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In This Issue - Perspectives Spring 2006

Taking the Gospel as the source of our inspiration and the norm of our life, we endeavor to integrate contemplation and ministry.
FSPA Constitutions #10

Mary of the Angels Chapel, a house of prayer, is being honored this year. Here, FSPA members have worshipped God for 100 years. In this chapel members are received into the community and, for most, this is the final stopping place of their earthly life. Far more than a building, Mary of the Angels represents the wellspring of prayer and contemplation for members.

As part of our continued recognition of the centennial celebration, the article features a few of the chapel's artistic treasures and brief profiles of the artisans who created these priceless works.

Grounded in prayer and using the Gospel as their guide, members venture forth to minister as far away as Zimbabwe and El Salvador, or as close as senior high-rise housing located within a mile of the chapel. In this issue you can look into the ministries of several FSPA members and an affiliate to experience how their works manifest their faith.

In January, The David School in Kentucky was featured on national television. Sisters Emma Kriz and Mary Myron Stork were in the background, offering support and guidance to the youth. Emulating Christ, they have been steadfast in serving disadvantaged youth, collectively dedicating 43 years of their lives in this ministry. Long before the national spotlight came to David, the lives of Sisters Emma and Mary Myron were shining through for others.

Blending contemplation with ministry has led to a distinct collaborative leadership style for women religious. This interface is also at the root of distinguished service and creative endeavors.

A special group of women choose this Gospel-based community life. The congregation is pleased to introduce Julia Walsh who has responded to God's call by entering the associate phase of religious life. The individual gifts of all of the newest members will be expressed differently as they move into their ministries. Yet, all will spring from the same Christ-centered values shared with those who have preceded them.

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