Maryknoll History Flashcards
What poem did she have a strong belief in?
Yussouf by James Russell Lowell
Christ-like Charity
The love is directed first toward God, toward oneself, and one’s neighbors as objects of God’s love
Limpid Simplicity of Soul
Limpid means transparent, or clear, being beautiful despite being plain
Heroic Generosity
Giving to the point where it really hurts
Selflessness
Losing ourselves for the sake of others
Unswerving Loyalty
We cannot say, “Sometimes I am loyal, sometimes I am not.”
Prudent Zeal
Being passionate when not controlled could burn you
Orderly mind
Focus properly on tasks to be done. Do not be all over the place
Gracious Courtesy
Recognizing Christ’s gentle, tender presence in everyone
Adaptable Disposition
Being open to accepting challenges that situations bring forth
Solid Piety
Being devout, when not tempered may lead to being scrupulous
Saving Grace of a Sense of Humour
To laugh at ourselves and in trying moments has curative powers
When was Maryknoll founded?
1912
Who found Maryknoll?
Maryknoll Sisters
Who is our Foundress?
Mother Mary Joseph
What do Maryknoll Sisters wear?
Silver ring with the Chi-Rho
What does the Chi-Rho ring symbolize?
The world
What is the sign of the ring?
Consecrated life and commitment to world mission
Where was Mary Josephine Rogers from?
Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
Where did MMJ graduate?
Smith College, Class of 1905
How many countries do they (Maryknoll Sisters) serve?
31
When was Mollie Rogers born?
1882
Where was Mollie Rogers born?
Boston, Massachusetts
What did Mollie teach in Smith, and for how long?
Zoology for 6 years
When did Mollie start the Catholic Mission Club at Smith?
1906
What si ghe Catholic Mission Club called now?
Newman Center