Nuns Are So Cool

[Pax_et bonum]

Nuns Are So Cool
 

Since the feast day of Blessed Mother Teresa earlier in the month (September 5), I have been reflecting on the vocation of women religious. (Interestingly enough, Sisters and nuns are different, but I will use nuns to refer to both.) I’ve always loved nuns and was very open to the vocation until I met Brandon. So in honor of Mother Teresa, here are 3 reasons nuns are amazing and how their example has changed my life:
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The real reason I'm posting this though is because look whose picture is on the article!

 

[spoiler]Sister Maria Asterone Dodeka! Our own TeresaBenedicta![/spoiler]

[deusluxmea]

It is easy to forget nuns are real human beings, and this article is a tad too romantic and gooey-eyed for my tastes.

 

I work with an active order of sisters every day, every week.  And I can tell you that I find the people working as cafeteria cashiers and as cleaning staff are often greater examples of holiness and Christian witness. Sad, but true. 

[Chiquitunga]

Nuns Are So Cool
 

 

The real reason I'm posting this though is because look whose picture is on the article!

 

[spoiler]Sister Maria Asterone Dodeka! Our own TeresaBenedicta![/spoiler]

 

So great to see her!!! Thanks for posting! :like:

[TheresaThoma]

Thanks for sharing this picture of her!