Preparing strawberries

St. Teresa wanted her Nuns to be friends with God
and with one another in COMMUNITY:
“All must be friends, all must love one another,
all must be cherished, and all must help one another.”

Community life is based on the early Christian community where all things were held in common. It is also much more. As we share our lives--day in and day out--there is also a sense of family. Together we support one another as we journey together in our life of faith.

While our days are a rhythm of prayer and work, we also know how to have fun! Each year we have special days of celebration. One of these days is the Presentation of Mary on November 21st. The white veils, those in formation, plan a special meal and entertainment for the communtiy. In 2003 we had a very eventful day. In honor of Our Lady of the Sea, we decorated our refectory (dining room) as if underwater. The joke was on us when the main water line broke and we had to turn the water off for most of the day. Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink!

This past year two Native American maidens arrived and entertained with legends of the early Oklahoma tribes. We were especially impressed as our maidens designed and made their costumes. . .including their hair! In real life, our two white veils have made their First Vows for three years.

Sr. Agatha

Feast of the Presentation- Nov. 2004

Sr. Maria