Final Profession in Norfolk
On November 9, Sr. Beatrice Francis Mdoe celebrated her final profession in Norfolk. Sr. Beatrice Francis belongs to Ndanda Priory. Congratulations and may God always uphold you!
Prayer for Final Profession in Norfolk
With joy the prioresses of Ndanda and Norfolk announce the final profession of Sr. Beatrice Francis Mdoe belonging to Ndanda Priory. The rite of profession will take place during a Eucharistic celebration in our Immaculata Monastery in Norfolk / USA on November 9 at 2 pm. Let us pray for her!
100 Years Presence of MBS in USA
On July 31, 1923, Sisters Diemud Gerber, Ludovika Kohler, Iniga Endres, and Soteris Spieler arrived in the German farming village of Raeville, Nebraska, to begin the new foundation of Missionary Benedictine Sisters in the USA. A mass of thanksgiving was held in Raeville on July 30. Thanksgiving Mass in Raeville July 30:More than 400 faithful assembled to…
Sr. Andrea (Vivian) Polt, OSB
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Andrea (Vivan) Polt, OSB was called home to God on May 19, 2023 in Norfolk. She was born on November 12, 1933 in Pierce, USA in the Diocese of Omaha. She offered herself to God…
Sr. Josephine (Dorothy) Ewertz, OSB
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Josephine (Dorothy) Ewertz, OSB was called home to God on May 3, 2023 in Norfolk. She was born on December 26, 1925 in Colwich, USA, Diocese of Wichita She offered herself to God through Temporary…
Sr. Rosann Ocken re-elected as Prioress of Norfolk
On November 28, Sr. Rosann Ocken was re-elected as prioress of Norfolk for a second term of three years. The election chapter was presided by Sr. Lumen Gloria Dungca, Vicaress General. We thank Sr. Rosann for accepting once more the call to service in leadership. Chapter Delegates,in front center Sr. Lumen Gloria and Sr. Rosann…
Final Profession in Norfolk
On September 3, Sr. Sarah Elizabeth McMahon, OSB made her final profession in Norfolk. While the assembly prayed to all the Saints to support Sr. Sarah Elizabeth in her commitment, she was lying prostrate as a sign of her total surrender to the will of God. She signed the profession card promising to follow Christ in…
NORFOLK SISTERS TO HOST UKRAINIAN REFUGEES
A few months ago, our friend Mike Anderson approached us with the news that he was hoping to bring 100 Ukrainian refugees to Norfolk. Like a fire, Mike’s dream sparked the hearts of concerned persons interested in this mission and the plan began to take shape, albeit with many, many ups and downs. Our monastery…
Visitation in Norfolk Priory
The visitation in Norfolk Priory took place from February 13 – 26, 2022 conducted by Sr. Lumen Gloria Dungca assisted by Sr. Katharina Mtitu. Opening the visitation in Winnebago Sr. Katharina with Sr. Josephine >> NORFOLK PRIORY