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6 I LOCAL NEWS 44 # SEPTEMBER 4, 2013 I DENVER CATHOLIC REGISTER Live your life with theirs in mind. Congregation marks 40-year anniversary The Religious Sisters of Mercy of Alma, Mich., marked 40 years of foundation on Sept. 1. On that date in 1973, a small community of nine Sisters of Mercy was inaugurated as a Together let's new religious foundation by start planning the Congregation for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Socifor your family's eties of Apostolic Life in Rome. future. At that time they were living on the homestead of Mother Luis B. Dogue Maureen McDonald, R.S.M., Agent located in Kawkawlin, Mich. New York Life Insurance Company The religious sisters immedi3200 Cherry Creek South Drive ately requested and received Suite 700 the benevolent approval from Denver, CO 80209 Bishop Francis Reh to settle in (303) 744-2000, Ext. 278 the Diocese of Saginaw, Mich., ldogue@ft.newyorklife.com in order to establish their Motherhouse. He asked them to locate in Alma, Mich. They Life Insurance. Retirement. Long-Term Care. soon found a home in Alma. SMRU496908(Exp.01/11/2015) © 2013 New York Life Insurance Company, 51 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010 Within the first month, the sisters accepted four women as their first postulants. In the LuisDogue_118492_LL44_8-375x4_News_V_Co V2.indd 1 8/21/13 2:58 PM course of the next years, their constitutions were approved as a pontifical institute, which enables them to respond to the needs of the universal Church throughout the world. At this Labor From Page 3 one free resource for job-seekers that aims to affirm and build the dignity of people by helping them find meaningful employment. It takes a personal touch and prayerful attention to do this, Stelloh said. "The network differs from other agencies by being able to talk openly about how God has plans for us," said Stelloh, who attends St. Mary Parish in Littleton. "We just need to be open to those plans and listen." The network provides weekly networking meetings, guest speakers, résumé help, workshops, one-on-one coaching, motivation and emotional support, and facilitates help with More than just retreats… Reunions • Weddings • Vow Renewal Corporate & Staff Training • Youth Groups Sacramental Preparation Come for a day or week Book your next event with us 719-258-1600 for Tour or Reservations www.eltesororetreat.org DENVER CATHOLIC REGISTER FILE PHOTO BY JAMES BACA SISTER Esther Mary Nickel, R.S.M., teaches a class of seminarians. Seven Religious Sisters of Mercy of Alma, Mich., serve in the Denver Archdiocese. The congregation was founded on Sept. 1, 1973. Today it boasts 100 members in the United States, Germany, Australia and Italy. time the community numbers about 100 members and has houses in several states as well as Germany, Australia and Italy. There are seven sisters in the Denver Archdiocese. Four are in ministry teaching at St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver, and three are in ministry at St. Clare of Assisi School in Edwards where one serves as school principal and two are teachers. professional head shots, interviews and business presentations. The network also provides assistance to small businesses. An average of 200 to 300 job hunters seek its services yearly, amounting to some 800 total between 2010 and 2012, Stelloh said. The demographic of those seeking help from the network has shifted from a 30s to 40s crowd to many being over 45 years old, Stelloh said. Regardless of age, most need advice on how to network. "Many of the people I work with need to learn to be better networkers and to have the confidence in themselves to take a chance and put themselves out there," she said. She's helped other longtime job seekers like D.J. Hallowell Jr. of St. Thomas More Parish who landed a job as a business development manager for a Utah-based trucking company. "I really enjoyed the networking and getting to know the other people," he said, several of whom he's maintained a friendship with. If it wasn't for the network, he also wouldn't be more involved at his parish nor found spiritually-enriching books. "I really developed a strong sense of trust in Jesus and his plan and a strong sense of thanksgiving and gratitude that you have in life," Hallowell said. The key is to remember God works in mysterious ways, Stelloh said. "Don't get discouraged—you are, unfortunately, not alone," she said addressing job seekers. "Pray and actively listen for God's answer." Nissa LaPoint: 303-715-3138; nissa.lapoint@archden.org; www. twitter.com/DCRegisterNissa Finally, PEACE OF MIND for homeowners 62+ years old. You've invested a lifetime in your home, now reap the rewards with an FHA insured Reverse Mortgage loan. QUALIFY FOR MAXIMUM FUNDS BY ACTING NOW, PRIOR TO UPCOMING PROGRAM CHANGES AND RATE INCREASES! 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