Practicing Hope in 2026

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Practicing Hope in 2026


Over the coming weeks, several Sisters will reflect on and share their personal practices of hope. We will add them here. Enjoy!

Hope is Action

by Sister Carole Shinnick, SSND

Hope Grows Through Prayer and Action

by Sister Shirley Stockus, SSND

Choosing and Practicing Hope

by Celeste Reinhart, SSND

Do Little Things Every Day

by Linda Stilling, SSND

Seemingly Small Moments

by Catherine (Missy) Gugerty, SSND

Leaning Into God

by Sharon Kanis, SSND

Keeping Our Neighbors Warm Together

By Anne MacNeil, LEAD Co-Coordinator