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The Sisters of Loretto received recognition in this piece posted on the USCCB website as part of the “We hold These Truths” series. When it comes to our Church’s history,…
Children love stories. Adults love stories. Words that might give life. Words that bring people together to reclaim their wholeness, words that welcome and can take that inner journey toward…
By Astrid Ochoa, 2025-’26 Loretto Justice Fellow How is your internship or community life experience helping you to engage in or think about social justice? One of the most meaningful…
Outward and forward in love has been the story of Loretto since its founding in 1812. For the past 214 years, Loretto’s foundational hope has been lived out throughout the…
Who are your favorite saints — those who have set your heart on fire? A few of our Loretto members happen to share the same favorite saint. Loretto Co-member Patty…
Seventh Sorrow of Mary: Mary Buries Her Son Reflection I: by Shaista The seventh sorrow of Mary, when she buries her Son, shows us the deepest pain a mother can…
There is a great song many choirs sing during the Easter season. A line from the chorus goes like this: Shine Jesus, Shine. Fill this land with the Savior’s Glory.Blaze,…
In 2024, The Loretto Heritage Center received grant funding from the KY Historical Society, through the Local History Trust Fund, to fuel our project to reframe the most sensitive framed…
Easter weekend was a work of love – from the cross to the Resurrection. Jesus’ love was self-giving love. Jesus’ words from the cross to John to care for His…
Every Monday, Loretto retreat directors Susan Classen and JoAnn Gates write a Monday Musing reflection for social media. Here are a few of the recent musings … “Westerners have forgotten…
Loretto Co-member Susanne Terry died peacefully at home March 31. She was 88. Susanne was accepted into co-membership May 10, 1981. Editor’s note: Loretto was given permission by Caledonia Life’s Services/Guidbord…
Out of darkness the light of Christ will shine as the dawn of day breaks through the night. “Out of Darkness,” Tom Kendzia What a week it has been for…
