One of the big blessings in the Carroll Family is living down the street from the Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception. We are especially aware of this blessing on October 4, the Feast Day of their patron, St. Francis of Assisi. Above Luke is with Sr. Mary Louise.
We visited the Sisters this evening and got to check out the beautiful 2016 Rolan Johnson ornament, which is now available for sale at the convent and select stores (see bottom of post).
Entitled, "May You Know His Peace," this ornament is inspired by Mr. Johnson's 1990 Christmas card. For many years, Rolan Johnson created beautiful, handmade Christmas cards that were famous throughout central Illinois. In 1994, he gave the Sisters exclusive permission to use his prints to create ornaments. Proceeds from the ornaments go to benefit the Sisters retirement fund.
Besides seeing the ornament, we also listened to an excellent presentation on the Peace Prayer, often referred to as the Prayer of St. Francis, by Joyce Heiple.
Joyce talked about learning to be still during part of each day, a challenge in this hectic, busy life.
A prayer Joyce often makes is, "Lord, teach me to love." When God asks us to love, we shouldn't
ignore him.
Sister Betty Jean has given us delicious baked goods. Luke said he could tell they were made with love.
Before the presentation, we visited with our good friends, the Sisters. Above Luke is with Sister Paula, the current president of the order. They are in front of a poster of Pope Francis, who took his name in honor of St. Francis.
Sister Diane will be giving the next presentation on November 1 at 7 pm. She has recruited a couple of helpers (Luke and his mom). They will be doing something having to do with the theme of the presentation, All Saints.
They make excellent Christmas gifts!
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