Be joyful always;
pray continually;
give thanks in all circumstances,
for this is God's will for you
in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18

Dear Friends,

You are in our thoughts and prayers daily, but as we celebrate Thanksgiving we are especially grateful for your presence in our
lives.

In August, we were blessed to have Bishop Robert Guglielmone here to celebrate the Feast of St. Clare with us. Many of you were able to join us for the occasion. It has been a joy for us to welcome our friends for Eucharist or Liturgy of the Hours and see that they are blessed by the beauty of our new monastery.
We have had groups for mornings or days of recollection. Our retreat house has been busy with those seeking time apart to pray.

Several years ago, we invited you to a special prayer service on the Sundays of Advent. Many of you mentioned how much you
have missed this so you will be glad to know that we will be having these services again. In the coming months there will be many feast days and we invite you to come and pray with us at
these times.

We are happy to have you join us for prayer. We pray continually and hold you in our hearts. We give thanks to God for each of you. May God keep you close in all the circumstances
of your life. May you be joyful in the Lord!

Gratefully,

With love and prayer,

Sr. Mary Connor