On the feast of St. Scholastica, last week, February 10, Mother Therese, our past prioress and foundress, celebrated her Jubilee of 60 years vowed life. She is still a vibrant part of our monastery, even though she has semi-retired- if one ever retires in our way of life.
We owe her a debt of gratitude for her givenness to the Lord and to this Community. (See Blogs Nov. 2013 & Mar 2014- the Westcoast Cheese Nun). Sadly, we had to close the dairy and cheese making, after 40+ years, last summer, due to the Covid. We have also reduced the number of cattle, which was also one of Mother's main works.
In spite of losses, she continues to bring the Community joy and hope.