 Friends
of LaVerna "Salzburg Night" Fundraiser
The first annual Friends of LaVerna Fundraiser held July 12, 2002, was
very successful.
This year's theme was "Salzburg Night," and over 200 friends
attended the gala dinner.
All auction items were bid on and won.
Be sure to mark your calendars for next year's Friends of LaVerna dinner: July
11, 2003!
Franciscan Federation - August 14-17, 2002
Sr. Kathleen Reichert was on the steering committee for the national
Franciscan Federation Meeting held in St. Louis this year.
She was instrumental in planning the liturgical celebrations.
The peace march and opening ritual, seen here, included multi-cultural
participation.
Sr. Joan Lohmer's Reception
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On September 17, Sr. Joan celebrated her 70th jubilee. |
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Many friends and former students honored her with their attendance. |
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Good friends... |
 New Water Garden at LaVerna Village Nursing
Home
On September 21, there was a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new water garden in the
courtyard at our LaVerna Village Nursing Home.
The water garden and the entire courtyard refurbishment was contributed by the
donations and labor of the St. Joseph Area Water Garden Society and other kind
contributors.
California Guests - October 2-9
 Imelda Gamalinda, a co-disciple, and a
group of friends from California came to visit us this fall. These guests were all members
of a Catholic church group called "Simbang Gabi" which kindly contributed a
large gift to our LaVerna Friends fundraiser.
Activities with them during these enjoyable days included trips to
Jamesport, Conception, Crown Center,
local St. Joseph places of interest and the Missouri Catholic Conference in Jefferson
City, some successful fishing expeditions and subsequent cook-outs.
"Adopted Nun's Night Out" at Ryan's Cafeteria was the highlight of our time
together. The cultural exchange included learning how to play Mah Jong and how to cook Pak
Siew (fish stew.) The general consensus was that this experience should be repeated! (See
photos below!)
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Sr. Catherine Braun celebrates her birthday
with Imelda Gamalinda,
our hostess. |
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Sr. Dorthie Anne enjoys a lively conversation with Angelita Almazora. |
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