The 2025 DSC Encuentro was Truly a Grace-Filled and Energizing Experience!

The 2025 DSC Encuentro was alive with energy, hope, and the unmistakable joy of Dominican community! From the very first session, the spirit of collaboration and renewal filled the room as participants gathered to celebrate 90 years of Dominican Collaboration—a milestone that beautifully coincided with the Jubilee of Consecrated Life. Together, these moments of commemoration reminded us of the enduring strength and vitality of our shared mission, commitment, and service.

The gathering opened with powerful keynote messages from Margaret Mayce, OP (Amityville) and Christina Atienza, OP (San Rafael), who set a contemplative and energizing tone for the days ahead. Each morning’s preaching offered rich nourishment for reflection and dialogue, deepening our sense of unity and purpose.

The Encuentro reached its joyful conclusion with a beautiful closing liturgy, featuring the inspiring preaching of Annie Killian, OP (Peace), followed by a banquet celebration marking the unveiling of the new DSC website—a symbol of connection and communication for the journey ahead.

Throughout the week, participants engaged wholeheartedly in interest groups, congregational gatherings, and large-group sessions, exploring the many dimensions of our Dominican Charism and Mission. Together, we listened for where the Spirit is calling us next—to respond with courage and hope to the needs of our Church and world.

Thanks to the thoughtful use of technology, English–Spanish translation was available for both in-person and online participants, expanding participation and connection across communities.

We are deeply grateful to all congregations for their generous investment of time, talent, and resources in making this historic gathering possible. Heartfelt thanks to the Visioning and Planning Committee, the DSC Executive Committee, and all who shared their gifts to make the 2025 Encuentro such a success. A special word of gratitude to Sue Weber, our facilitator, for guiding the process with such wisdom and grace.

Recordings of the sessions and texts from our speakers and preachers and photos will be available soon in the Members Area of the DSC website — stay tuned!