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Photo stories and photo galleries tell their own stories, and we love being able to share these with you all. This is where we feature our bigger celebrations, holidays, and events.
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…
The celebration of the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
On December 12th we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. In Mexico, there are many traditions for this feast including traditional music, dancing, fireworks, and feasts. We chose to celebrate through traditional music using native flutes and a…
Christmas Concert for Dooley Center-The Effingham Sound Masters
The Effingham Sound Master choir performed for the sisters in Dooley Center! We were thrilled to welcome them back to perform their Christmas setlist!
Día de los Muertos
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
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!…
Fall Clean Up Day
What a great weekend for our fall clean-up day! This past Saturday we had several volunteers helping us remove fallen branches and this year’s sunflowers, weeding and preparing the flower gardens, and so much more! Thank you to all our…
Zentangle with Dooley Center Residents
The following pictures are from the Zentangle activity led by Sister Patricia Seipel.
Crafts with Sister Helga
Sister Helga taught a few sisters from the Dooley Center how to create tile and grout coasters. This was such a fun project, and now they all have their own handmade coaster!
Easter Vigil Mass 2024
Every year, the highlighted traditions of the Easter Vigil include the blessing of the pascal candle, the procession of flowers to the altar, and the blessing of Holy Water. What a joyful celebration!
Holy Thursday Community Banquet
This communal banquet is shared among the sisters and close friends and family. The head table is filled with the 12 elders of the community along with the youngest of the community.
Holy Thursday 2024 Photo Gallery
On Holy Thursday, we remember the Last Supper and reflect on this special occasion. On this day, mass is especially filled with traditions!
Painting with College Students
Three students from Benedictine College visited the Dooley Center to enjoy an afternoon painting with the sisters!