Midwifing Stories in the American South December 2, 2020 By Collegeville Institute Leave a Comment Josina Guess discusses her work as an editor, as well as her own writing on themes of race, violence, and family.
A Ministry of Trees March 22, 2019 By Christie Purifoy Leave a Comment I was not paying metaphorical money to prune my trees. The cash was cold and hard, and I could think of a dozen more “spiritual” ways it might be used.
A Wild Strawberry Patch March 31, 2016 By M. Sophia Newman 1 Comment Is some aspect of spirituality innately wound together with nature? It wasn’t what I came to Collegeville to consider, but it wasn’t far off.
Should I Stay or Should I Go? January 14, 2016 By Mary Farrell Bednarowski Leave a Comment I will never be a fearless traveler, but I know that sometimes I need to go.
The Garden, the City, the Road January 4, 2016 By Dorothy C. Bass Leave a Comment A place is not simply a spot on a map, a real estate listing, or a featureless cluster of square miles. Places are specific portions of earth where human beings have experienced life.
The Dakotas, the Dishes, and the Divine December 7, 2015 By Collegeville Institute An interview with Kathleen Norris on acedia, writing, hospitality, and the importance of place.
Apartment Patio Replacement Complete June 12, 2015 By Collegeville Institute Leave a Comment Last month the apartment patios at the Collegeville Institute were replaced with new pavers that match the new Piper Plaza in front of the Butler Center. See the before and after pictures!
Replacement of Apartment Patios in Process May 19, 2015 By Collegeville Institute Leave a Comment This month, the apartment patios at the Collegeville Institute are getting a make-over.