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Midweek Mission Messages
Midweek Mission Messages are articles highlighting different mission focuses and/or issues that Loretto is committed to addressing. Go here to sign up for the weekly Midweek Mission Message emails.
Where Hope Rests
By Carolina Cardoza-Hererra, Loretto Justice Fellow As time goes by, I’ve realized life has a way of guiding us to the places where we are meant to be. Taking the risk of applying to this Fellowship really paid off and…
Loretto at the UN Finds Hope in COP30 Process on International Human Rights Day
Last month we invited our friends far and wide to join us as members of an informal Loretto/BVM+ virtual delegation to the United Nations annual climate talks (COP30) in Belém, Brazil. We had over 75 people sign up, and many took…
In Their Stories I Found My Purpose: A reflection on Las Americas
By Ashley Vallecillo, Loretto Justice Fellow Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center (LAIAC) is more than a legal organization; it is a lifeline for individuals and families navigating one of the most challenging systems in our country. They provide free and…
The People We Choose Not to See: An Essay on Homelessness and Humanity
By Stephanie Menchey* They are everywhere, every city, every state, every country, yet somehow, they remain invisible. Not because they aren’t there, but because we choose not to see them. We cross the street when they approach, tuck our heads,…
Loretto Motherhouse Farm to Table Dinner
By Angela Rakes The First Annual Loretto Motherhouse Farm to Table Dinner in the Old Tobacco Barn was a roaring success. The 104 available tickets sold out within just a few weeks of opening sales. The dinner was hosted in…
Paper Clip Campaign
An online alert from political writer Joyce Vance brought attention from E. Jean Carroll (of fame from her battle with the U.S. President) about an act of quiet resistance originating, we think, in the Second World War in Norway. It…
Marian Middle School in St. Louis — Supporting Girls in Middle School and Beyond
By Barbara Roche SL One of my favorite things about Marian Middle School in St. Louis is their motto, “Once a Marian Girl, always a Marian Girl.” Marian, sponsored by seven communities of religious women, including Loretto, opened its doors in…
Loretto Retreats – Monday Musings
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 … What points me to gratitude? The familiar sign pointing to the cabin named…
Meet Our 2025-2026 Loretto Justice Fellows
I am thrilled to introduce our 2025-2026 Loretto Justice Fellows! Fellows gathered at Loretto Academy for orientation in mid-August and are now already almost a month into their year-of-service. With the support of expanded external funding partnerships, 16 Loretto Justice Fellows will…
A Treasure in Loretto Kentucky: The Loretto Child Care Center
By Marlene Spero SL A treasure, the Loretto Child Care Center (LCCC) is located in rural Marion County, Kentucky and is a non-profit program dedicated to the positive growth and development of the whole child. It was begun by the…
Back to School Ag Bash 2025
By Angela Rakes The Back to School Ag Bash was a wonderful success at the Motherhouse Aug. 2! It was our largest event with over 600 visitors. The weather was beautiful for a plethora of activities including a petting zoo,…
Moral Monday – Speak Out for Justice
On Monday Aug. 18, 2025, the Loretto Motherhouse Peace Committee hosted a Speak Out for Justice event outside of Rep. James Comer’s Danville, Ky. office. There were roughly 75 attendees including the Loretto sisters and co-members, Dominican sisters, participants from…