Human trafficking and paying forward the graces of God

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I began volunteering at a local organization that provided shelter and services to victims. One member of the staff, herself a human trafficking survivor, and I connected. She taught me that a child who is consistently sold to others has no other definition of self.

Preparation and details, prayer and presence: Sisters are never alone at death

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Ice cream at a funeral? Funeral customs around the world have many common elements, but each culture and each religious congregation puts its unique stamp on the rituals around death and dying. 

Should I be silent to hear God’s voice?

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In this Random Nun Clip, a listener worries that she’s not quiet enough to hear God speaking. Hear the full Ask Sister episode AS209 at aNunsLife.org.

The saintly inspiration of Angela Merici

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The Ursuline Sisters talk about foundress Saint Angela Merici and how her centuries-old mission energizes people today to take action for justice. Hear the full Ask Sister episode AS219 at aNunsLife.org. Sister Maxine with guests: Sister Jean Ann Zappa and Sister Janet Marie Peterworth of the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville, Kentucky.  

What cool things have you done as a nun?

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Sacred Heart Academy students ask about awesome nun experiences. Hear the full Ask Sister podcast AS219 at aNunsLife.org. Sister Maxine with guests: Sister Jean Ann Zappa and Sister Janet Marie Peterworth of the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville, Kentucky.