Recent News

LARNED, KS - For about a year, Dominican Sisters of Peace Rebecca Otter and Irene Hartman watched the new up-to-date hospital being constructed just two blocks from the Sisters' residence in Larned, Kansas. On April 28, the two Sisters attended the open house for the completed hospital. They were pleased to see various photos of the early Sisters displayed in the halls, Sisters who opened St. Joseph Hospital in the early 1950's, which is now being replaced by Pawnee Valley Community Hospital. One gentleman told the Sisters, "This would not have been possible if the Sisters hadn't started a hospital here way back in the fifties." Quite a compliment to the Sisters who started St. Joseph Memorial Hospital!

NEW ORLEANS, LA - New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond presided at a special Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Rita’s Church on Sunday afternoon, April 28, to honor all the Jubilarians in the Archdiocese, both priests and religious. About half the 52 Jubilarians honored were present, along with several hundred family and friends. The Archbishop spoke warmly and with some humor about the mission and ministry of the honorees, noting that he hoped they would continue to be "co-workers in the Kingdom" for another 25 or more years. After the liturgy, a lovely reception for everyone present was held at St. Rita School cafeteria, where bountiful platters of canapés reflected the attention to fine food in New Orleans.

COLUMBUS, OH - Ohio Dominican University (ODU) honored the victims of the Boston Marathon tragedy at its first annual ODU Alumni Panther 5K Run and Walk, held April 20 on its main campus, located at 1216 Sunbury Rd, Columbus, 43219.

Prior to the race, a moment of silence was observed. Participants were also able to have their picture taken while holding a "Run for Boston" banner to show ODU's support for the city of Boston.

AKRON, OH - On Friday, April 12, 2013, Our Lady  of the Elms held Elms Gala, their annual dinner-auction fundraiser. The theme this year was VOGUE Masquerade Black and White Ball. Thanks to Elms Gala Coordinator/Elms alumna Kate Kleski and event decorators/donors, Little Black Dress, the school commons and gymnasium were transformed into a sea of red, black, and white sparkles. Little Black Dress donated labor and décor which resulted in a breath-taking ambiance. Guests arrived in black and white attire and many gentlemen wore tuxedoes. Outstanding jazz music was provided by the Kyle Magilavy Trio. It was a night of elegance and splendor.