Living Gently on our Planet

The Ecology Action Alliance is a network of individuals who are committed to making the changes, large and small, in our lifestyles that will allow us to live in a compatible way with the resources of our planet. The Alliance provides the suggestions below so that each of us can live gently on our planet. We encourage you to contact the Interreligious Eco-Justice Network at PO Box 270147, West Hartford, CT 06127, for more information about the Ecology Action Alliance or email info@irejn.org.

• Recycle all my paper, including junk mail and boxes.
• Buy snacks and other foods in a degradable (paper) container whenever possible.
• Avoid buying-using clothing that requires dry cleaning.

Sister Rosemarie Introduces the Labyrinth

Visitors of all ages came to Wisdom House on the afternoon of Sunday, June 8, to walk the labyrinth. Sister Rosemarie greeted visitors and gave them a brief introduction to the labyrinth, after which they made their way to the center. Some visitors share their experiences on this video, which includes Sister Rosemarie's introduction.

More labyrinth resources are here.

Associates of the Daughters of Wisdom Reflect on Their Identity, Mission

The Associates of the Daughters of Wisdom met for a retreat at Wisdom House on May 2-4, 2008. They reflected on their identity and mission and discussed their hopes for the future. The Associates are women and men who are committed to witnessing Wisdom’s presence in the world while maintaining their own lifestyle, independence, and personal commitments.

For information contact associates@daughtersofwisdom.org.

The Place of Hope in our Lives

On May 4, 25 people gathered at Wisdom House for a Hope Cafe. The gathering was an initiative of Sr. Jo-Ann’s community, the Dominican Sisters of Hope. The purpose of the meeting was to brainstorm the place of Hope in our lives and in our world. Some questions which were used stimulate conversation were : Where do you find Hope? What are images of Hope for you? and Where do we need to bring Hope today? The informality and sharing of refreshments and experiences kept the conversation lively!

Photos: Sr. Louise Levesque, OP, program facilitator

'Women of Grace' at Wisdom House

The "Women of Grace" from Grace Episcopal Church in Millbrook, New York, came to Wisdom House on May 22 for a labyrinth program, lunch, and time for personal prayer.