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Selected Works

Devotional

A Dwelling Place Within

A book of reflections based on the spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi

Inspirational

Marriage: A Covenant of Seasons

A celebration of marriage that encourages the reader to embrace all the seasons.

All Earth Is Crammed With Heaven: Daily Reflections for Mothers

A collection of anecdotes and reflections upon the presence of the Sacred in ordinary life

Biography

Meet Katharine Drexel: Heiress and God's Servant of the Oppressed

The story of a courageous woman who traded a life of wealth for one of service

Quick Links

Universalis

Provides readings for Liturgy of the Hours and Mass of the day. Includes information on feast days.

The Collegeville Institute for Ecumenical & Cultural Research

RevGalBlogPals

A supportive community for clergywomen and their friends since 2005. Check out their blogs, prayer site, and join in discussions. I am part of the circle.

Saint John's Abbey Collegeville MN

Information, daily reflections, many links to life at the Abbey and St. John's

The Martin de Porres Center

A wonderful venue for retreats, art exhibits, small groups, programs. Link to scheduled events

The Soft Earth

Website of Joan Lederman and her pottery studio in Woods Hole, MA. Joan uses sediment from the ocean floor (from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute) as glazes to finish her beautiful variety of unique pieces.

The Private Eye

Educational site; hands-on investigation using jeweler's loupe and questions

Authors Guild