You Said What Ate Your Homework?

October 2, 2017 Just for Fun
I am an older returning student at Maria College. I’ve raised my children, and it’s my time to further my education, without worries of childcare, making lunches, dinners, etc. Well, I thought that was the case; however, I found myself scrambling last Monday and had to email my professor apologizing that I would be missing class because my pet, a potbelly pig, learned to unlock the gate and meander across the street to eat apples…
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Catherine McAuley painting on old journal

Mercy Week 2017 Reflection

September 25, 2017 Mission & Values
I am writing this reflection as Mercy Week comes to an end. What a week! 190 years ago on September 24th, Catherine McAuley opened the first house of Mercy. It is hard to believe that…
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hands holding red paper house over green grass.

Home, Sweet Home!

September 13, 2017 Mission & Values
“What’s your sign?” No, I am not using that old pick-up line. I am actually thinking about my zodiac sign which is Cancer (July birthday). Any description of the type of person a Cancer is…
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Areal photo of Maria College campus and Steeple

Blessed Virgin Mary’s Nativity Feast

September 8, 2017 Mission & Values
Today the Universal Church honors the Blessed Virgin Mary’s (BVM) Nativity. This feast dates back to the 5th century and marks the anniversary of the dedication of a basilica in Jerusalem which was built on…
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hands stirring tea, holding a plant and throwing away garbage

Day of Prayer for Care of Creation

September 1, 2017 Mission & Values
Victoria Battell—In recent days we could not help but be moved by the scenes of devastation and destruction which Hurricane Harvey left behind. Fierce winds and treacherous rain has taken the lives, possessions, and livelihoods…
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