Dooley Center

Congratulations to four of our amazing employees at Dooley Center who graduated this year! We are so proud of all your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. Thank you for everything you do each day. We can’t wait to see all…

Dooley Center hosted such a fun ice cream social for the residents! Everyone had a wonderful time enjoying sweet treats and great company.

The Dooley Center hosted a fun Cinco de Mayo celebration yesterday, featuring treats like tres leches cake and fresh mango topped with chamoy and Tajín.

Another wonderful Companion Party is in the books! This cherished winter tradition is always a highlight—because who doesn’t love a joyful gathering filled with treats and friendship? At the Dooley Center each sister is paired with a companion, ensuring that…

Students from St. Benedict’s Catholic School visited the Mount and enjoyed a full tour of our chapels. Sister Suzanne shared the history and meaning behind the art and architecture, and introduced them to the Benedictine Rule and its lasting importance…

The blessing of throats. On the Feast of St. Blaise, the Church observes the long-standing tradition of the Blessing of Throats. During this blessing, the minister holds two candles crossed at the throat of each person and prays: “Through the…

Christmas at Dooley Center

The Effingham Sound Master choir performed for the sisters in Dooley Center! We were thrilled to welcome them back to perform their Christmas setlist!

The Dooley Center and monastery employees were invited to participate in the pumpkin decorating contest this year! Not only is this super fun and competitive, but it’s also entertaining for the sisters to see and participate in choosing the winner!…

The following pictures are from the Zentangle activity led by Sister Patricia Seipel.