A HARVEST OF THANKSGIVING
At this time of year
when days are full
and orchards yield a rich harvest,
we pause and ponder,
look back and give thanks
for all the Dominicans
who have gone before us
and walked in Dominic’s way,
serving with great love and compassion,
living a full and holy life
as they walked on holy ground.
They shared their solid commitment
to living truth and justice
on behalf of those most in need.
A marvel to behold, remember and treasure.
We hold up with grateful hearts
the harvest of their hands
and ask that God’s blessing flow through each of them
our Dominican brothers, sisters and friends,
as we give deep thanks to our God.
By Sr. Brenda Walsh, Racine Dominican
Preaching
is at the heart of the Dominican vocation. The Dominican Leadership Conference
claims for all members of the Dominican Family the right to preach, and commits
itself to the struggle this claim entails. The injustices of our day compel us
to place the charism of preaching at the service of the poor and powerless. The
Dominican prophetic message, rooted in experience, study and prayer, will move
both preachers and hearers of the word to act for the transformation of
oppressive structures. The Conference on its part will act corporately,
confronting evil with the Gospel and working for the construction of a just
world order.