2010 Silent AuctionItems awaiting your bid: Mariandale Retreat Center: $225 Gift Certificate
Overlooking the Hudson River, Mariandale Retreat and Conference Center offers a rich program of silent, guided and directed interfaith retreats. Retreatants may find unique experiential opportunities to explore a contemplative life, emphasizing centered stillness and a deeper consciousness. Individuals can focus on their creative spirituality in hands-on programs with fellow artists. Everyone can celebrate nature through the retreats that emphasize Mariandale’s commitment to sustainability. And many retreatants are drawn to programs that focus on personal development and the special aspects of women and spirituality. A sponsored ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Hope, Mariandale is located in Westchester County, New York, 30 miles north of New York City. Set on 55 wooded acres on the eastern bank of the Hudson River, the Center looks west to a view of the Palisades and beautiful sunsets. Certificate good toward any weekend retreat. Donated by Mariandale Retreat and Conference Center, Dominican Sisters of Hope, Ossining, New York.  Nazareth Retreat Center: $100 Gift Certificate
Nazareth Retreat Center stands in the long tradition of the ministries of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. Housed on the Nazareth Campus near Bardstown, Kentucky, the Nazareth Retreat Center offers opportunities for spiritual reflection in a holistic approach which reverences the human spirit and all of creation. With this new ministry we hope to be in touch with the diverse needs and longings of the people of God in these challenging times. Through offerings of a space apart, days of reflection, retreats, spiritual direction and others, in a holistic, ecumenical approach, Nazareth Retreat Center invites others to enter into a contemplative time, a way of being in which the fullness of life, which God desires for all of us, may be opened and affirmed. In addition, we offer opportunities for alternative body therapies such as massage and energy work, as well as cultural opportunities to nurture the spirit. The beauty of the Nazareth Campus invites you to come! We are also available to offer days of reflection/retreats/workshops on various topics off campus at your own site. http://www.scnfamily.org/retreats/ Donated by Nazareth Retreat Center, Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Kentucky.  An angelic doll for a special child
We call them “Sister Rita Dolls” because they are handmade with love and prayer by our Sister Rita Plante in Silver City, New Mexico. But the special child who receives her will almost certainly come up with her own “christening” for this 24-inch tall adorable doll. She has a cloth body, button eyes, a hand-painted face, white pantaloons and a blue bow in her golden curls; over her lace-trimmed blue dress she wears a “Winnie The Pooh” pinafore — and underneath it all is Sister Rita’s signature and the doll’s “birthdate.” The children who have received Sister Rita Dolls consider them priceless, but in our Motherhouse Gift Shop the tag says $50. Donated by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Concordia, Concordia, Kansas.  Hat and Scarf Sets
These sets are hand knitted by Sister Anna Maria Orozco with yarn that is donated to her by many friends. Normally these items are given to the needy, or as gifts to staff. Donated by Congregation of the Humility of Mary, Davenport, Iowa. Value: $10 each (six sets).  Healing Petals
One boxed set blank greeting cards — “Healing Petals: Images for Prayer & Reflection.” Photos taken and cards produced by Sister Elizabeth Thoman. Donated by Congregation of the Humility of Mary, Davenport, Iowa. Gift Certificate to Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center in Westfield, Massachusetts offers hospitality to persons of all faiths, cultures and lifestyles. We are committed to designing and hosting programs that foster holistic integration of body, mind and spirit. Our logo, a tree, reflects the belief that creation is ongoing and that each person always has the possibility of new beginnings in life and prayer. Set on 19 scenic wooded acres in Westfield, Massachusetts, the center combines sensitivity to atmosphere, devotion to the land, and carefully designed programs so all who come may experience God's providential care. Certificate good toward any program at the Center and/or any purchased product.
Donated by Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center; Value: $75  Mount Saint Vincent Motherhouse Commemorative DVD
Is your Congregation selling or renovating its motherhouse? Here’s an idea you can borrow. The DVD highlights a few of the many ways in which the Sisters of Charity-Halifax motherhouse served the Congregation and the broader community over its lifetime. It’s accompanied by a small Motherhouse Memories booklet, reflecting how Sisters, students and others remember their time in the building. Donated by Sisters of Charity-Halifax. Value: $20 Quantity: 2  Mound Cookbook and Delicious Cinnamon Bread!
If you’ve ever been a guest at Sinsinawa Mound for a meal, now is your chance to bring home some of the recipes made famous by Flannan McGuane, OP, in the Sinsinawa kitchen and bakery. A new cookbook, Food for All Seasons, has been published. The cookbook, with over 400 recipes, has contributions from Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters, Associates, lay staff, and Academy Apartment residents. Sister Flannan worked tirelessly in the kitchen and bakery at Sinsinawa Mound for over 40 years, impressing Sisters and guests alike with her home-style cooking, oven-fresh baking, and spirit of giving. Sister Flannan said, “It was hard work, but I enjoyed all of it.” Donated by Sinsinawa Dominicans. Value: $15–20  Books and a Bag from Kentucky
“Robert Vickrey's Nun Paintings, Creatures of the Spirit” book by Donald Miller, hardback, full color, 98 pages. "Food for the Soul, Memories for the Heart" Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph 2010 Cookbook. Hardback binder, 400+ recipes submitted by Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, Ursuline Associates, and alumnae of the former Mount Saint Joseph Academy and College, Maple Mount, Kentucky. Brescia University (Owensboro, Kentucky) tote bag. Donated by Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, Maple Mount, Kentucky. Value: $65  “Let Us Love One Another” Framed Print
Created by Sr. France White, SHCJ, this 8 x 10 print is matted and framed to 11 x 14 and ready to be hung. The quote which is by the Foundress of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Cornelia Connelly, reads:
Let us love one another and pray
Let us love one another and be humble
Let us love one another and be faithful
Be filled with the Charity of God
Cornelia Connelly Donated by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, American Province, Rosemont, Pennsylvania.  Handmade Glass Mug, Gift Certificate and Bookmark
Glass mug inscribed with NCNWR logo and tag line, handmade by Adela Rodriguez, CSJ, a Sister of St. Joseph of Boston. Tucked inside this one-of-a-kind mug is a $25 Borders Gift Certificate and bookmark selected with communicators in mind. It reads: Believe, Imagine, Create! The mug comes complete with the promise of prayers from the artist (pictured here). Donated by Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, Massachusetts. Value: $50… Prayers: priceless!  Joyful Gifts: Poetry Anthology
The Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery offer a copy of their recently published poetry anthology, Joyful Gifts, a sentimental collection of poetry, music, and photos spanning the last 60 years of the sisters’ 130 years in Arkansas. Donated by the Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery, Forst Smith, Arkansas. Value: $20.  Peace Cross
Proclaim peace! This Peace Cross was designed by Sister Jane Mary Sorosiak, OSF, and produced in Alverno Studio, which specializes in ceramic works ranging from small tiles to wall-sized ceramic murals. The Peace Cross, approximately 7.5 x 7.5 inches, has a peace dove in the center of the equal-armed cross. On each of the arms is the word for peace in one of four languages: English, Spanish, Italian and Hebrew. The tile comes ready to hang. Donated by All Good Things, of the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio. Value: $22.50  Wine from Sakonnet Vineyards
Four bottles of wine (America's Cup Red, America's Cup White, Spinnaker White, Eye of the Storm Table Red) from Sakonnet Vineyards in Rhode Island. Sakonnet Vineyards has a climate similar to the wine region of Southern France and their wines are a big local attraction. Donated by the Holy Union Sisters, Fall River, Massachusetts. Value: $36  Floral Coasters
Floral Coasters (includes stand) made at Weston Rehabilitation Center for Women, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield. Weston offers rehabilitation employment services to women with a history of incarceration, inpatient substance abuse treatment, or inpatient psychiatric treatment. The women learn screen printing and dye transfer skills to create customized apparel, mugs, coasters, clocks, mouse pads and other items for sale. Donated by the Sisters of St Joseph of Springfield, Holyoke, Massachusetts. Value: $18.  Framed Handmade Lace
Framed Handmade Lace lovingly made by the sisters from the Fall River Province of the Sisters of St. Joseph of LePuy, who merged with the SSJ Springfield congregation in 1974. The Sisters of St. Joseph originated in LePuy, France, where they made lace to support themselves and their ministries. Donated by the Sisters of St Joseph of Springfield, Holyoke, Massachusetts. Value: $25.  Replica of Wayside Shrine
Handcrafted in Lithuania, this wooden replica of a wayside shrine holds an image of the Blessed Mother, Our Lady of Vilnius. Wayside shrines and crosses are traditionally erected in the Lithuanian countryside. This piece of art measures 10.5 x 5 inches and is designed to be displayed on a wall. Donated by the Sisters of St Casimir, Chicago, Illinois. Value: $25.  Alpaca Fiber
Three beautifully soft, creamy white fingerling weight skeins of alpaca fiber from White Violet Farm Alpacas, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. 450 yards/6.5 oz. of yarn total. Donated by Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Value: $45.  New England Sampler and $150 Gift Certificate
This $150 Best Buy Gift Certificate is a communicator’s dream come true. If your bid takes it home, you can apply it toward the latest in communication technology from computers and computer software to cameras, DVD players and more. Along with it, an added bonus: a colorful New England Sampler that includes Yankee Candles, some sumptuous Old Salt New England Clam Chowder, and more! Donated by the New England Communicators for Women Religious (NECWR). Value: $200. Two Sets of Blank Note CardsBlank greeting cards featuring photography by Sister Debbie Pike, CSM, are perfect for any occasion. Great to have on hand for those last-minute notes.
Donated by Sisters of St. Martha of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada. Value: $15 each.  Meet Me in St Louis
Enjoy a weekend in St. Louis with a stay at the CSJ Motherhouse, filled with rich history, sacred spaces and artisan details. Indoor and outdoor amenities such as large private rooms, relaxing lounges and parlors, a garden courtyard and water garden make for a wonderful stay any time of year. Take a tour at www.csjsl.org. Dinner will be provided in the motherhouse dining room on Friday night and then hit the town on Saturday night at a restaurant of your choice with a gift certificate for up to $125.
Dates of stay/restaurant location will be determined by guest preference and motherhouse availability. Donated by the Communicators for St. Louis Catholic Sisters. Value: $250 Coffee and Mug Two $25 Starbucks gift certificates and two mugs. Donated by the Congregation of Divine Providence, San Antonio, Texas
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Mary Lou Simcoe, SUSC