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Gertrude's novice to become a Sister
The public is invited to attend the First Monastic Profession of Novice Katie Cooper on November 15, 2008 at the Monastery of St. Gertrude Chapel in Cottonwood, Idaho, at 1:30 p.m. 
In reflecting back on the path that led her to St. Gertrude’s, Novice Katie shared a few thoughts about her journey. (For photos and her complete Profession story, please visit www.StGertrudes.org/jubilees.htm) “How does one explain the mysteries of God? From the first day I visited the monastery, I felt like I was home. Each time I returned, the Divine Office and Eucharist would have phrases or words saying “Come follow me.” I kept saying, “You don’t mean me, do you Lord?” I became an oblate in 2004, was accepted as a postulant in 2005 and have been on the way to becoming a sister ever since then. I am grateful to my family for their unwavering support and I thank God for the wonderful women here at the monastery who have dedicated their lives to seeking God and serving others. My prayer is that I will be able to do the will of God by helping others through our core values of healing hospitality, grateful simplicity and creative peacemaking.” For more information, directions or to arrange accommodations please send e-mail to monastery@StGertrudes.org or call 208-962-3224. All are welcome. |
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