FINAL VOWS

This past weekend was a very special one in my spiritual life. On Saturday morning at Mass I took my final vows as a Dominican. It is something I have spent the last eight years preparing for formally. However, ever since I was a little girl I have always wanted to become a part of the Dominican family in this way. It used to be called the Third Order of St. Dominic. Now we are called the Dominican Laity. It is an organization of lay people devoted to following the Rule of St. Dominic which basically means doing our best to serve justice, truth and peace. And, best of all, this is all done through love. I hope to increase my love for God through prayer, study, community, and ministry. Wish me luck!

The photo is one of me with the prioress, Lucy Jovanelly, the formation director, Connie Hendrycks, and John Hendrycks and Jennifer Swanson, who took their vows at the same as I did. I am so blessed. I am so happy.