the lords sheep Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 So phamily.... I've kept this under wraps long enough.... On July 1 I am headed to San Rafael Argentina where I will be living, working, and praying with the Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matara. I am really excited to be going, and I hope that while I'm there I will have the opportunity to grow closer to the Lord through regular prayer and service (as a college student, my prayer life is sporadic and random). It's a chance for me to discern a little more deeply what the Lord is calling me to. Please pray for me as I prepare (and practice my spanish )
Nunsense Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 [quote name='the lords sheep' post='1286147' date='Jun 2 2007, 09:32 AM']So phamily.... I've kept this under wraps long enough.... On July 1 I am headed to San Rafael Argentina where I will be living, working, and praying with the Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matara. I am really excited to be going, and I hope that while I'm there I will have the opportunity to grow closer to the Lord through regular prayer and service (as a college student, my prayer life is sporadic and random). It's a chance for me to discern a little more deeply what the Lord is calling me to. Please pray for me as I prepare (and practice my spanish )[/quote] I know how excited you are - I have started my countdown too. Blessings on you!
Only4Him Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 Congratulations and good luck! Las Servidoras are wonderful! I have been discerning with them and hope to enter , God willing!
Jennifer Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 Congratulations and good luck..I hope that you will enjoy your stay with the Sisters.
cmaD2006 Posted June 4, 2007 Posted June 4, 2007 Now what are the chances of two phatmassers going to Argentina :-). Congrats ... where is San Rafael (North, South, etc. portion of Argentina)? BTW --- July 1 is winter down there (don't forget).
cathoholic_anonymous Posted June 5, 2007 Posted June 5, 2007 They look like beautiful sisters. Are you discerning with the apostolic sisters or the contemplatives?
cmaD2006 Posted June 5, 2007 Posted June 5, 2007 [quote name='cmariadiaz' post='1287922' date='Jun 4 2007, 11:48 AM']Now what are the chances of two phatmassers going to Argentina :-). Congrats ... where is San Rafael (North, South, etc. portion of Argentina)? BTW --- July 1 is winter down there (don't forget).[/quote] Ok -- I got my own answer. San Rafael is part of Mendoza (Mendoza is the province). How long will you be there for?
the lords sheep Posted June 7, 2007 Author Posted June 7, 2007 I am discerning with the active Sisters. I love them because they still live lives of deep prayer despite of (and partially because of) their busyness. I will be in San Rafael, which is about 250 km from the city of Mendoza and is the 2nd largest city in the region. I will be there for 1 month (I leave July 1st and come back July 31st), and I will be "playing mom" to the 40 or so children at the home for abandoned children. I'm really excited, although a bit nervous, because I feel like my Spanish isn't up to par. But one very wise Sister (Sr. Mary of the Sisters of Life) reminded me that love is the universal language and needs no words, just presence. If you go to the Servidora website [url="http://www.ssvmusa.org/ssvmhome.htm"](SSVM)[/url] and go down to the photo gallery from the trip to Argentina, you can actually see where I'll be working (I'll be at the Gianna Beretta Molla home for abandoned children). Thank you so much for your prayers! Please keep them coming!
the lords sheep Posted June 7, 2007 Author Posted June 7, 2007 [quote name='cmariadiaz' post='1287922' date='Jun 4 2007, 10:48 AM']Now what are the chances of two phatmassers going to Argentina :-). Congrats ... where is San Rafael (North, South, etc. portion of Argentina)? BTW --- July 1 is winter down there (don't forget).[/quote] Carmen, When are you going to be in Argentina (and where are you going to be)? Anytime soon?? For everyone who doesn't know Argentina, I'll be in the central part of it on the western side. As it's in the southern hemisphere, it will be winter there, although from weather.com, it seems as if it won't be as cold as the winters up here in NYC. But then again Either way, I'll be prepared. Thank you all so much for your support and prayers! In Jesus and Mary, Lauren
the lords sheep Posted June 15, 2007 Author Posted June 15, 2007 (edited) 15 DAYS!!! Thank you all for your continued prayers! It's unreal to me that its so soon! Edited June 15, 2007 by the lords sheep
cmaD2006 Posted June 15, 2007 Posted June 15, 2007 [quote name='the lords sheep' post='1289846' date='Jun 6 2007, 11:49 PM']Carmen, When are you going to be in Argentina (and where are you going to be)? Anytime soon?? For everyone who doesn't know Argentina, I'll be in the central part of it on the western side. As it's in the southern hemisphere, it will be winter there, although from weather.com, it seems as if it won't be as cold as the winters up here in NYC. But then again Either way, I'll be prepared. Thank you all so much for your support and prayers! In Jesus and Mary, Lauren[/quote] Wooops ... my appologies for missing this question. Well that's an interesting question. Original plan was April (now its public). New plan was September ... New new plan may be Jan 2008 -- depending on the sisters and my spiritual director. My debts look to be 1/2 way paid (I'll be able to tell definitely this weekend). I'll be in Salta, Argentina -- that's up north fairly close to one of the borders (I don't remember which of the multiple countries at the north is the closest to Salta).
SaviorsChild Posted June 29, 2007 Posted June 29, 2007 Dear Lauren, only two days and you´ll be off to Argentina! Can you remember this day in Munich last year (May 2006) when we met? (How´s Clare?) When I asked you about your way of discernment, you said: "I don´t´know what community, but Iam discerning!" And know you have found it! Well, at least you give it a try... Unfortunately I never got an answer to the email I sent you when I changed my Email-Addy... but nevertheless I had the chance to read your posts here! I am so happy for you and your way! I´ll keep you and your way in my prayers - and I´ll always think of you... Lots of love, Laura
the lords sheep Posted June 29, 2007 Author Posted June 29, 2007 That's Right!!! 2 days!!! (well, about 62 hours till I fly...) Praise God!!! Prayers everyone, please!!
cmaD2006 Posted June 29, 2007 Posted June 29, 2007 [quote name='the lords sheep' post='1305225' date='Jun 29 2007, 04:35 AM']That's Right!!! 2 days!!! (well, about 62 hours till I fly...) Praise God!!! Prayers everyone, please!![/quote] Have a wonderful trip! Will be praying.
Moneybags Posted June 30, 2007 Posted June 30, 2007 Have an excellent trip and don't worry about your Spanish. I was able to learn a lot of Spanish through dialogue with Spanish speakers. It is the best way to learn the language. And just remember, Latin remains the universal language so if all else fails, you can just pray in Latin After looking at the website (http://www.ssvmusa.org/ssvmhome.htm) I'm also glad to see that the order wears a habit.
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