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Gospel in Action
Gospel in Action is an archive of posts made in response to global issues. Learn more about Gospel Justice.
We have a Pope!
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…
Loving God, we give you thanks for the life and ministry of Pope Francis.
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…
Bilingual Mass-Photo Gallery
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.
Sisters and Volunteers Celebrate the Season of Creation
During the 2024 Season of Creation, sisters, oblates, and volunteers honored creation through prayer, gardening, tree planting, and environmental stewardship. From honey harvesting to Merrywood Garden’s successful first year, our commitment to sustainability continues.
In the News: Our 15 (+) Minutes of Fame
We have made national and international headlines for our work in socially responsible investing. Featured by AP, NPR, and ABC News, our advocacy for ethical corporate practices gained widespread attention. Our commitment to justice and sustainability continues to inspire.
In a Letter to the US Bishops, Pope Francis Includes this prayer
Let us ask Our Lady of Guadalupe to protect individuals and families who live in fear or pain due to migration and/or deportation. May the “Virgen morena”, who knew how to reconcile peoples when they were at enmity, grant us…
Highlights of the US Bishops Social Teaching on Migration
The Benedictine Sisters of Atchison, Kansas, steeped in Catholic social theory and teaching, strongly support the statement of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) on migration. (Catholic Social Teaching in Immigration and the Movement of Peoples, 2025). Below…
Statement Regarding Immigration
As Atchison Benedictine sisters, we endorse the following Conference on Benedictine Prioresses Statement Regarding Immigration: In the spirit of the Gospel and the inspiration of St. Benedict we, as members of the Conference of Benedictine Prioresses (CBP), representing more than…
Bright Light Recognition
On December 15th, we were humbled to be recognized by the Atchison United Methodist Church for our efforts to spread light and love in Atchison. A peaceful evening of prayer and candlelight reminded us of the power of coming together…
Wangari Committee Supports BC Student Researchers
The Wangari Committee provided grants for two 2024 Benedictine College Discovery Day projects, which were presented to the sisters on April 25. The grants support research related to stewardship, sustainability, women’s equality, and environmental justice. Abby Walterscheid investigated proteinprotein interactions…
Community Garden Takes Root
For several years the sisters have dreamed about the possibility of hosting a community garden on their property for the people of Atchison. In spring 2024, that dream became a reality when the director of Catholic Charities in Atchison, Kelly…
Sisters Learn about Middle East Peace Efforts
On July 8, 2024, the Mount Benedictines for Peace committee sponsored a presentation by Destiny Magnett, program and outreach manager for Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP). CMEP was founded in 1984 to be a voice of U.S. Christians for…