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I had only known Sister Irene Claire Duval for 5 minutes when she told me about one of her biggest goals. “I want to wipe out high blood pressure and anemia in Viloux!” That’s when I knew this wasn’t going to be a typical interview.
Divine Calling
After seven years as a nurse in the Philippines, Myrna did not feel fulfilled. Something was missing. She asked the Lord for direction. Should she get married and start a family? Or should she become a nun?
Healthy Child, Happy Nun
Sr. Marge loves to see little children enjoying their lunch at the Lady of the Star Nursery in the Philippines. These children come from extremely destitute families and begin preschool gravely malnourished. Throughout the year, the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary not only provide early education and a hearty meal, but they also treat many of the children for TB.
Staying in School
She couldn’t take it anymore. Sixteen-year-old Suyen had been helping her ill mother with housework and her father with farming — plus riding her bicycle to school 12½ miles each way. Something had to give.
“Shoe Leather Evangelization”
“Because we’re a faith community, we’re a family. The Holy Father has challenged priests to do ‘shoe leather evangelization.’ This goes back to Thessalonians.
Thank You, Bishop Jacobs!
After more than a decade of faithful service with our ministry, and nearly 50 years in the priesthood, Bishop Sam Jacobs, chairman and founding board member of Cross Catholic Outreach, has announced his retirement.