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Mother Mary’s beatification in 1968 even more meaningful 50 years later
by Sister Edith Bramberger, SDS and the Generalate team Perhaps a look at the meaning of the word beatification can help us to understand why this anniversary is so important to us. In this word the Latin beatus is “blessed,” or “happy.” So not only among us Salvatorian Sisters, but with the whole world we…
Read MoreSister Bernadette Kline, SDS embraced all ministries “heart first”
Sister Bernadette Kline, SDS had a heart on fire for the missions of the Sister of the Divine Savior, and embraced every call to serve with high energy. She died on Saturday, September 23 at the age of 93. After years dedicated to teaching in Wisconsin parochial schools, Sr. Bernadette and Sister Mary Ruth Dittman,…
Read MoreCelebrate with artist Sister Karlyn Cauley, SDS
Opening Reception: Watercolor Women Series Please join us at Alverno College Saturday, October 6, 2018 Reception from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Alverno College Founders Hall – 3rd fl oor 3400 S. 43rd Street, Milwaukee Please park in lot E, Corner of 39th St. and Morgan Ave. Thanks to the generosity of Kohler Foundation, Inc., this…
Read MoreWe call her Blessed
After growing up in Germany, Therese von Wüllenweber joined Father Jordan’s Apostolic Teaching Society in Rome on September 5, 1882. Together they co-founded the Sisters of the Divine Savior and she became the Community’s Mother and guide. In 1894, Mother Mary was fortunate to accomplish her life task: establishing the center of the Congregation in…
Read MoreHappy 115th Birthday Harley Davidson from the Salvatorian Sisters
Bob Cogan loves the roar of his Harley 2007 Road King out on the open road. Ditto for Herm Backiel when he straddles his Harley 2015 Street Glide. But when the guys lay their heads on the pillow at night, they’re looking for some peace and quiet. They’re pretty sure they’ll find it at our…
Read MoreSOROPTLINE: Letter to the Editor
While living in Vista, Calif., Sisters Shelia Novak and Jean Schafer often collaborated with local Soroptimists. Members of this global organization advocate for women and girls through education and empowerment. Local clubs support global Dream Programs that provide guidance and resources to women and girls overcoming incredible life challenges. The Soroptimists of Vista published this…
Read MoreDo pets have a higher purpose?
by Kaitlin Seebruch Mission Advancement Intern People are often quick to label themselves as either a “dog person” or “cat person.” Salvatorian Sisters Virginia Honish and Liz Christensen fit the labels, but not the stereotypes. Sr. Liz is not a crazy cat lady and Sr. Virginia enjoys the company of a bird just as much…
Read More“Knowing her call is only from God”
Salvatorian Sister Yasinta Godfrey, SDS recalls her father’s words when she professed first vows in her east Africa homeland of Tanzania. “Now I am free to let her go, knowing her call is only from God.” Years earlier, when Sr. Yasinta spoke of her desire to join a Catholic Sister’s community, her father did not…
Read More2018 Joyful Jubilee
Photos from the Salvatorian Jubilee Celebration, June 23, 2018
Read MoreGod bless America!
One-hundred nineteen years after our nation’s independence, the first Salvatorian Sisters arrived in Milwaukee, Wis. Three, Sisters Raphaela, Walburga and Agnes were missioned from Rome to provide in-home nursing care to Milwaukee residents. Sister Raphaela documented their experience with the festivities of America’s Independence Day in the Chronicles. Ninety years later, Sister Margaret Shekleton, SDS…
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