reminiscere Posted May 24, 2016 Share Posted May 24, 2016 Yesterday, I was able to purchase and read Raymond Arroyo's new book, Mother Angelica: Her Grand Silence. It is a touching and beautiful account of her last years, full of information that hardly anyone was privy to, regarding Mother's life. The issues which OLAM has had in the past decade are very charitably and distinctly described. Those who wonder what happened to all the Nuns will find the answers to their questions, in this book. May Mother Angelica rest in peace, and may she intercede from eternity for OLAM to experience new growth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vee Posted May 24, 2016 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I too just recently read that book. What struck me about the problems at OLAM is how Mother said she wanted to stay until the worst was over for her community and for the Church. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Era Might Posted May 24, 2016 Share Posted May 24, 2016 What were the problems? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunsuch Posted May 24, 2016 Share Posted May 24, 2016 2 hours ago, Era Might said: What were the problems? Read the book. Seriously, there were divisions in the community after Mother Angelica was no longer able to lead it, and the Vatican implemented a Visitation and a Benedictine nun to serve as the community's administrator, etc. There is a little coverage online, but more detail (quite honest and extensive) in the book (which I'm almost finished reading, as well). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makarioi Posted May 24, 2016 Share Posted May 24, 2016 Thanks, Rem. I wasn't aware Raymond had a new book and I just ordered it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DominicanHeart Posted May 24, 2016 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I've got to get it. I finally read the first one and I LOVED it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasmi Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 I just ordered the book...and wanted to share with all that Amazon has by-far the best deal...$16.16 plus shipping etc. I'm looking forward to reading even more about this dynamic, incredible religious woman. May she rest in peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunsuch Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 It's even less expensive if you get it for an e-reader (e.g., Kindle), as I did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sr Mary Catharine OP Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 19 hours ago, Nunsuch said: Read the book. Seriously, there were divisions in the community after Mother Angelica was no longer able to lead it, and the Vatican implemented a Visitation and a Benedictine nun to serve as the community's administrator, etc. There is a little coverage online, but more detail (quite honest and extensive) in the book (which I'm almost finished reading, as well). Not a Visitation nun but a Poor Clare Colletine and a Benedictine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunsuch Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 14 minutes ago, Sr Mary Catharine OP said: Not a Visitation nun but a Poor Clare Colletine and a Benedictine. I meant a "visitation" as in an event, not the order. You're absolutely right as to who the Visitators and administrators were. Sorry for the confusion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggyie Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 If you buy the book on Amazon go thru phatmass so the phorum gets referral credit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasmi Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Call me old fashioned, nunsuch, but I still like to turn the pages...:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunsuch Posted May 25, 2016 Share Posted May 25, 2016 59 minutes ago, chasmi said: Call me old fashioned, nunsuch, but I still like to turn the pages...:-) I have a study with about 20 6-foot bookcases, not to mention those in boxes and in my office. A kindle makes it easy to travel, particularly with books I don't intend to consult extensively. I am addicted to reading, regardless of format! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makarioi Posted May 28, 2016 Share Posted May 28, 2016 I received my book yesterday and finished it tonight. It answered a lot of my questions and I appreciate Raymond for presenting it so honestly. Years ago, I recall Mother saying on her show 'you try to live with 25 women....'! I have to read it again more slowly to truly understand Mother's incredible wisdom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NadaTeTurbe Posted May 28, 2016 Share Posted May 28, 2016 I began to read it on google books, but it stopped at page 35 : very frustrating !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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