October 24, 2016

‘A Dream of Fire Inspires St. Mary’s Dominican High School Class of 2021’

Sr. Maeve McMahon, O.P., talks with St. Mary’s Dominican High School students (from left) Rebekah Haase (River Ridge), Lily Francioni (Metairie), Hallie Cao (Metairie), Madison McDonough (Harahan) and Mia Pettitt (New Orleans) during her visit to the school. (Photo by St. Mary’s Dominican High School)

In a visit to St. Mary’s Dominican High School, Sr. Maeve McMahon, O.P., a Cabra Dominican Sister, educator and author of, “A Dream of Fire: A Story about Dominic Guzman,” shared with the Eighth Grade Class her inspiration for the book. In “A Dream of Fire” Sr. Maeve tells the story about Dominic whose mother dreamed before his birth that he would set the world on fire with zeal for God’s Truth – Veritas. The book for young readers was launched in December 2015when the Dominican Order began its 800^th anniversary year.
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October 24, 2016

Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology Hosts Day of Study for 800th Jubilee Celebration

On October 5, 2016, the Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology (DSPT) hosted a day of study as part of the 800th anniversary jubilee year celebrations entitled, “Imagination and Cooperation in the Care for our Common Home.”
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October 24, 2016

Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology Hosts Art Exhibition, “Via Pulchritudinis – Fine Handpress Printing in the Dominican Tradition”

On September 25, 2016 the Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology in Berkeley hosted an opening reception for its art exhibition “Via Pulchritudinis – Fine Handpress Printing in the Dominican Tradition.” Part of the 800th anniversary jubilee year celebrations at DSPT, the exhibition focuses on the handpress materials and artwork from two Dominican presses.
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October 24, 2016

UN Briefing: “Girls Rights and Agenda 2030”

“The International Day of the Girl Child and the ‘Girls Speak Out’ takeover of the United Nations Economic and Social Council Chamber was on October 11,” and the “Dominican Leadership Conference participated in ‘11 Days of Action’ on social media to raise awareness of the struggles that girls are facing around the globe.”
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October 21, 2016

New Book, “Secrets Shared: The Life and Work of Sister Pauline Quinn, OP,” Keeps with Holy Father Francis’ Want for the Church

Submitted by Sister Pauline Quinn, O.P.

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Secrets Shared: The Life and Work of Sister Pauline Quinn op is written by Susan Nagelsen and Charles Huckelbury. It is a story of my life traveling on a journey because it was something that God was speaking to my heart to do.

No matter what happened, I wouldn’t give up. Even though I fell many times from the pressure of rejections and indifference, I kept standing up brushing the dirt off then went out and helped thousands.

Pope Francis wants for us to look at people who have been traumatized and abused, giving them the spirit of welcome by showing them respect and dignity which will help build their self-esteem and they too can move forward to contribute something wonderful to better our world.

God works in mysterious ways to show us his compassion and mercy for others, hoping that we learn that all life is important and we have the strength to help rebuild damaged lives by our love. I had no high school education, wounded, little support yet I went out and helped thousands because I found within the Dominican family where I belong.