Celebrating 25 Years
As Mary's Pence begins to celebrate its 25th year, we look back in awe and gratitude for the many simple acts which have coalesced into a movement. We are grateful to former staffers, Karen Flotte and Sheila Daly, who have teamed up to coordinate our efforts. Mary's Pence is digging into the archives, reconnecting with our earliest roots, collecting the stories never told, and sharing them all with you.
Because, of course, you are a part of our story.
Let's celebrate, together!
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We Mourn and Celebrate Ada Maria Isasi-Diaz, Former Board Member
Dr. Ada Maria Isasi-Diaz died on May 13, 2012 at age 69 after having received the Holy Sacraments. Ada Maria was born in La Habana, Cuba, on March 22, 1943, the daughter of Josefina Diaz de Isasi and Domingo G. … Continue reading
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Giving Thanks and Moving Forward! Celebrating 25 Years!
What a grand gathering! We gave thanks, celebrated our roots, and re-dedicated to moving forward in Gospel Justice. Yesterday, the National Catholic Reporter online published an article about our celebration. Click here to read the article. Below we’ve shared some … Continue reading
Sisters, You Have Taught Us Well….
Mary’s Pence Statement of Support for the Leadership Conference of Women Religious April, 28, 20012 Chicago, Illinois Mary’s Pence stands on the shoulders of women religious and their legacy of living Gospel justice in daily practical ways … Continue reading
Mary’s Pence Jubilee Prayer
We give thanks for this cloud of witnesses, For women skilled in the art of survival and resistance, For women rich in experience wasting nothing, yet creating an artful, useful life. Common threads bind us: uncommon women, uncommon vocations. Together … Continue reading
From Former Board Member Diann Neu
I felt called to serve on Mary’s Pence board because I am a Catholic feminist who believes in women. I believe in grassroots communities. I believe in Catholic social justice. I believe in supporting women’s projects everywhere, especially in theAmericas. … Continue reading
Cheryl Keehner, CSA Remembers
I joined the board while I was teaching high school in downtown Cleveland, feeling comfortable enough with my assignment to become active in some “extra-curriculars.” In the late 70’s I had been a member of the first Pastoral Council for … Continue reading
Standing Together
Thursday, I spent the day with my sister on the oncology floor of a local Catholic hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy. On the wall were their founder’s deathbed words, “Be sure to have a comfortable cup of tea … Continue reading
The Power of the Widow’s Mite
Mary’s Pence saw itself as a channel by which faithful Catholics could insure that their donations were going directly supporting women’s ministries. As a movement it created solidarity among donors and grantees, all of whom were taking action on behalf … Continue reading
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Women Standing on the Edge by Elise DeGooyer
We’re getting excited for our April 28 gathering in Chicago to celebrate Mary’s Pence 25th birthday. As a board member, I know this is a powerful moment in time–to give thanks for all that has been, and affirm the momentum … Continue reading
Founding Board Member Yolanda Tarango, CCVI
Yolanda Tarango, CCVI was born and raised in the lands on which her family lived for generations, the former Mexico territory now known as Texas. Her life’s ministry is dedicated to giving voice to, partnering in empowerment and journeying spiritually with … Continue reading
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