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Sisters Mary Elizabeth Schweiger, Suzanne Fitzmaurice, and Bridget Dickason recently visited Brazil, where they spent time with our four Sisters who live there full time. Their visit included time with the Sisters, a tour of the local area, participation in…
Twelve students began the 3-year program in September 2022 as the pandemic was waning. Sr. Mary Elizabeth was the director. When she became prioress, she and the council chose a Leadership team of Mary Kay Whitacre, Sr. Marcia Ziska, and…
The Souljourners residency week, held June 22-28, featured two keynote speakers, Lucy Abbott Tucker and Diane Millis. Fifteen students participated (four 3rd year, six 2nd year, and five 1st year students)! In addition, there were five interns and six staff…
Volunteers have already begun harvesting fresh produce from the Merrywood Community Garden! So far, the garden has yielded beans, zucchini, peppers, lettuce, cucumbers, squash, and garlic. We’re grateful that all of this food is being donated to Catholic Charities to…
On June 4th, many of us sisters went to the mass celebrated by Archbishop Shawn McKnight at the abby church in Atchison. The Mass was followed by a luncheon where many invited communities introduced themselves and their ministries to the…
Thursday evening, May 29th, the Mount hosted the employees for an indoor picnic. The sisters enjoyed visiting with the employees’ families and honored those who have worked here for 5 years and 10 years. Thank you to our faithful and…
As they work above us, we lift up prayers for the workers’ safety! Thank you to the amazing team of roofers for keeping us dry while we pray! And a huge thank you to all our donors for making this…
With joy and hope, the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica welcome Pope Leo XIV as the new leader of the Catholic Church. We are grateful for his humble acceptance of his election and his willingness to serve the church…
The community came together to kick off the second season of the Merrywood Community Garden with enthusiasm and dedication. Volunteers gathered to plant a variety of produce to be donated as it is harvested this season. A heartfelt thank you…
In him you gave us a man of humility,one who valued listening to the voices of the voiceless,compassion for the undervaluedmercy for sinners and justice for the oppressed. You gave us a pastorwho led through the example of his love for…
To Our Wonderful Donors, We are overjoyed to share that the roof at Mount St. Scholastica is being fully replaced—thanks to YOU! Your generosity has made it possible for us to continue serving our community without interruption. Your support showed…
We were blessed to celebrate a beautiful bilingual Mass at Mount St. Scholastica, where voices in English and Spanish came together in prayer and song. A powerful reminder of unity, faith, and the richness of our diverse community.
