Finding God in the Storm
Melanie Guste, RSCJ, recently wrote a reflection about her personal challenge of finding God in the storm – specifically Hurricane Katrina. To read Sister Guste’s article, visit the Clarion-Herald of New Orleans.
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A Letter for the Feast of the Sacred Heart from the United States – Canada Provincial Team
From Sisters Who Refuse to Relinquish Love and who are praying for peace In preparation for the Feast of the Sacred Heart Dear Friends and Family of the Sacred Heart, As we come closer to the Feast of the Sacred Heart, we write with hearts full—full of grief, full of love, and full of fierce resolve….
College Honors Barbara Rogers, RSCJ
By Frances Gimber, RSCJ College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, awarded Barbara Rogers, RSCJ, an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters at this year’s commencement, May 23, 2025. Holy Cross President Vincent D. Rougeau said, “I’m thrilled to honor Dr. Linda LeMura [commencement speaker] and Sister Barbara Rogers at our commencement ceremonies this year….
From the Archives: Canonization of Madeleine Sophie Barat Virtual Exhibit
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat’s canonization. There are many wonderful items from her canonization held in the Society of the Sacred Heart United States – Canada Province archives. The archives building is located in St. Louis, Missouri, and so for those who are unable to visit in-person, we share…
Welcome Pope Leo XIV
Alleluia! Alleluia!! Our hearts were filled with joy as we heard the words “We have a new Pope!” Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost will be known as Pope Leo XIV. Pope Leo greeted the people of God with Jesus’ Easter message – Peace be with you! Our hearts are filled with gratitude, believing that Pope Leo will be…
Rehabilitation of chapel in Grand Coteau complete, altar consecrated
By Caroline Richard, Director of Le Petit Musée and Shrine of Saint John Berchmans in Grand Coteau, Louisiana The Chapel at the Academy of the Sacred Heart and Berchmans Academy in Grand Coteau has just completed an extensive and necessary rehabilitation. For almost two centuries, the Chapel has been the spiritual heart of the campus and…
Diane Roche, RSCJ, honored by Catholic Charities
April 10, 2025, Diane Roche, RSCJ was among seven volunteers recognized by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington at their annual Caritas! event. Sister Roche received the Father John O’Connor Award for Empowerment and recognized for her work at the Refugee Service Center. Catholic Charities wrote of Diane: Sister Diane Roche, RSCJ, is an impactful…