Spending 2 Weeks With UKs Strictest Nuns | Stacey Dooley: Inside The Convent
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- Опубліковано 7 бер 2024
- Our girl Stacey Dooley is back with another documentary feature as she spends 10 days living alongside the nuns of St Hilda's Priory Order of the Holy Paraclete, in Whitby!
Stacey's life is a whirlwind. Her balance between work and life has always been a struggle. Although she's not a religious person, at the convent she is given the unique opportunity to try and connect to the rhythms of a deeper, slower, quieter and more meaningful way of being. Stacey will be adhering to the nun's strict timetable, eating meals in silence, learning how to pray and singing in their choir. Very little has changed at the convent in the 115 years since its foundation however this way of life is dying out.
How will Stacey cope with the sisters' strict lifestyle and what can she learn to make her life more meaningful?
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I marvel at this woman's ability to being so likeable, astute, open and self-aware. The nuns were lovely and good ambassadors for their calling
Well said
If you're talking about stacy, please I can think of alot more women that would be so much better at this then her. I actually don't like her much anymore. She's too immature
Luckily for us we don't care about your comment 😉
I've seen her tell teenagers of the families she stays with that she doesn't understand how they're able to not be having s3x, drinking, using drugs and partying. And asks them isn't it hard to not do these things, aren't they missing out by being so restrictive.
That woman should be banned from being around kids.
She was uncharacteristically lovely in this episode with the nuns. And the nuns are wonderful! Stacy is usually openly disparaging of people of faith. So this episode was a rare treat.
@@tinahochstetler2189 I kind of agree with your point, like why does she need to keep pushing the quetstions that these teenagers can't have sex and do drugs. They are well aware that they can't and aren't allowed to, it's kind of like torturing them tbh. I don't think she needs to be banned but she needs to stop pushing the invasive questions to the teenagers
The nuns are so good-humoured! I love the atmosphere in the convent.
I had to giggle when the nun was asked "are you alright?"
and she replied: "no, I'm half left."
You have to have humor to endure this deprived pseudo-life
Ok, so like, life in general xd . Without humour life would be hell.@@stoicqueen8557
@@stoicqueen8557 my life has been pseudo since 2019... Humour is the only thing that keeps me alive ha-ha.
Me too - hilarious and a more typically Irish response 😉🙃
I love how open, honest, and candid the sisters were
So gracious and non-judgmental
A good reminder: Whether or not one has any interest in any religion, retreats into monastic situations provide thoughtful, personal revelations. Always nice to put life on pause.
Yes, I agree, In my younger years, I spent time on many retreats in monastic retreats, they where so Beautiful
Agree, and it would have been nice if this woman had not consciously chosen to wear black nail polish. She also has a nasty mocking little demeanor throughout. Pfff.
ngl i would see this as punishment
I'm sure there all lesbians..... remember when we thought priest were so holy😂😂 nuns are the same way never know what goes on behind closed doors 🎉🎉
Absolutely. It's a wholesome space to be silent and take stock of what matters.
its better to regret not having kids than it is to regret having them in my opinion
Agree.
I went to a an all-girl Catholic school run by Belgian nuns. And really they could be considered the female version of the Jesuits. The focus was on science and the arts, and while we did have catechism and theology classes, the school was also focused on instilling a sense of social justice. Part of our tuition funded a scholarship and a law center dedicated to helping women and children who were victims of domestic violence. The nuns in that order were encouraged to get a college education and most studied social work in order to serve the community. Back then I took for granted the education that I received but it's made me the woman and feminist I am today.
✨Thanks For Sharing✨🙏🏾✨🧚🏾💫
Wonderful!
Feminism has its roots in satanism. It is about destroying the family.
I went to an all girl Catholic school for high schoo in the 70s.l. My aunt was a Dominican nun. The nuns in high school were a Felician order. Lots of science, math , English.. Most of us became nurses, teachers, social workers.
"social justice" is code for degeneracy
36:40 "dying is something that nobody else can do for you. It's something you have to do on your own." I enjoyed watching this.
No one can live any part of your life. There is no mystery involved in this.
Watching this the day after a funeral for a friend who died in his 30s and while planning a service for a mentor who died last year, this part was very powerful.
@@angelwingz892 yesss
@@SCMelArts My condolences.
The convent you stayed at is absolutely beautiful. Modern, spacious, and bright -contrary to what many of us imagine.
Many monasteries and convents in Europe offer lodging to tourists since many young people are not interested in joining the clergy , as they did decades ago. Sometimes they are cheaper than hotels.
I found the modernity of the place to be a sore disappointment, to be honest.
@@catinabox3048 it was finished recently. They moved out of the 1915 one. This is also a facility for their older retired teaching and nursing sisters so the facilities must be helpful to that. Younger sisters are spread over Africa and UK
I wish to find more programs like this. It was so heartwarming! A bright light in most I find in media.
I feel the same way! The youtube channel "Little Chinese everywhere" has a similar heartwarming aura to me, I started with the video "161 days, 9 countries, 1 woman ALONE from Europe to China! The longest way back home" and felt nourished by it in the same way like this video by Stacey
@@AnnaRiedlHi - Just watched 1st episode of LCE - looks promising and looking forward to watching more of that. Thanks for the tip.
@@philnasmith9755 oh so glad to hear!
Thank you for listing the UA-cam channel LCE. I love documentaries and human interest stories. I love learning about other cultures, countries, ways of life. It takes all of us!@@AnnaRiedl
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As a jew who grew up in a religious household and schools, I can't think of anyone else that I would have watched to cover this story. Stacey is just a wonderful, curious and extremely empathetic person and interviewer. Quite fascinating!
There is also an episode where Stacey spends a weekend in a Jewish household.
"Nobody is useless". There. That's just three words but a powerful statement. 27:18
Just because you are “ religious or spiritual “, doesn’t mean you don’t have a life or sense of humor. Believing in God doesn’t mean you sit in a pew 24/7. I go to Church not out of duty or compulsion, I go because I believe.
But aside from that, I really do love Stacey on all of her documentaries. She’s the BEST
The Order of the Holy Paraclete was a huge Anglican teaching and nursing religious order of sisters (active religious meaning they do diaconal work) they built a huge school complex made up of a primary school, a secondary school, a nursing training school and a teacher training college known as St Monica's in my country Ghana. The ones shown are those who worked for that and are now in retirement from active service. An Anglo-Catholic religious order broken by Anglican adaptation to Vatican II. Allow them to enjoy their latter days
Offering a glimpse into the daily life of these Sisters is very dear.
My great aunt was a nun with the sisters of Saint Joseph from Boston Massachusetts for over 70 years. She passed in 2011. The thing I loved about it was it was a family. I would get a birthday card from not only my aunt but, it was signed by every sister in the convent. Everyone knew everything going on in my life just as much as she did. They are all amazing ladies and give everything they have to everyone else.
As a Catholic, I am amazed by how similar the Anglican church is to ours. Even considering monastic life. I would love to see a greater unity between our churches. Their monastery is so beautiful! Modern yet modest, comforting yet not distracting 😊❤
Our culture needs these women❤️
By 40 minutes I just did not want this to end. These sisters are filled with so much profundity and connection to the Holy Spirit. I could listen this everyday
As an autistic woman, I can see how this life could be absolutely amazing. If I were a Christian and if Christianity was my special interest, there would be no life more ideal for me. ❤
this was the ideal life for queer autistic child me
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Same!❤
Same here too!
As a person of faith this is one of my favorite episodes. Praying Stacy will experience the most beautiful presence of God in her life
She's not stopping her from living her life, or being pushy. What's wrong with you?
@@Mystic879How's that pushy when Stacey's reflecting about it herself, even expressing the wish she could feel God's presence? She even says at one point that she envies the sisters.
@@Mystic879What is pushy??? That she prays she will feel the greatest love of all??? Lunatic
Haha hypocrite. What a lunatic statement. Hoping someone experiences delusion is utterly ridiculous
A patronizing and pretentious comment from a Bible basher. Gross
As I am a devoted Christian I loved this episode, and the love that shines out of the nuns. And Stacey is so respectful. I am 100% with Stacey when it comes to waking up that early every day of my life. It is something to aspire to, to get your quiet time with the Lord before the day starts. But I am very very thankful that there is so much freedom in God. I am just not made for early mornings😂
Ladies like these seem a dying breed, not just on account of their religious vocation, but their kindness, humility, and grace. Such lovely ladies, they remind me of my nan and her friends.
I would love to join those mighty sisters but I'm a Roman Catholic. However I'm so happy and so grateful they're there. I'll pray for them that they get more vocations and keep their beautiful community alive for a long time to come. I really believe if these women weren't there, and in so many other places, praying for the world then things would be a lot worse.
I love how that nun told Stacey that she can ask God to show you his existence! If she is open, he will show her! Great show and I love how Stacey is open to visiting these nuns.
I love the answers that the sisters provide. So thoughtful and calm. I wish I could think like they do
Being ignorant is the path to a less stressfull and depressing life
Ignorant? I heard that the opposite of love is hate but they are wrong, it is fear and assumption.
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@stoicqueen8557 you think they are ignorant?
@@bananabanana8519 ...I KNOW that they are ignorant, like pr. definition
@@stoicqueen8557 why
I have to say that this is so inspirational to me. So beautiful. I'm 65 and since I've re embraced my Catholic faith, I have considered this life path. I have a rescue ranch for animals in Mexico, a sanctuary for the innocent, unloved and abused sentient beings. I have to say that all my animals, caring for and loving them so much........ this is the main reason why I haven't embraced this devoted life.
Taking care of those dear animals who need your love sounds like a very devoted life.💖
You already have a life of devotion & sacrifice. GOD bless you and your animals😊
Thank you for doing that. My heart is with animals....
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But you have.
As a Jewish woman (married to a catholic), I so enjoyed this so much. These nuns are so very kind and honest. And Stacey you are just wonderful and real. Thank you ❤
As a Catholic, this episode touched my heart.
These nuns are not Catholic. They are Anglican.
What exactly? Wafers?
Or lady pretending to be a priest. Pray for poor protestants.
I was raised Catholic although my dad’s side are Anglican. Went to Parochial
School taught by Sisters. Many similarities of Catholicism and Anglicanism.
@@margaritapavic Also being Catholic, I can tell you that Anglicans deserve our respect. In Catechism class, we were taught not to denigrate other religions. I'm sure the "Protestants" in this video are praying for you. Those "wafers" probably represent the Body of Christ which He offered to His Apostles at the Last Supper. ✝️ And, peace be with you. 🙏
Stacey just sparkles; such a doll. I would love to see her answer in a few weeks/months to the question they asked
"what did she take away from this experience".
She will ultimately take nothing... because as far as she personally is concerned, there is nothing there. She is a complete and utter materialist. Typical for her generation.
I was raised in a convent. A magical time! For ever grateful to the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul and the Carmelites!
I felt like this met Stacey exactly where she was and what she needed. I hope she pursues this further and finds some spiritual joy in a life of faith, even in the secular world.
I think this is my favorite episode so far. It has made me very teary and emotional. I want so much for Stacey Dooley to embrace the Lord's presence in her own life, too. God is here for all of us. He provides a parachute for us if we just let him in.
This was a truly enjoyable and enlightening video. Stacy treated her experience with genuine respect and caring for the nuns, their spiritual callings and their devotion to their work. I was amazed at the nun's candidness, humor and awareness of worldly issues. As a Catholic who has fallen away from his faith, this has given me so much to think about as I live out my life's journey.
I will pray you feel welcomed back.
@@musicmama2864 Thank you.
What a marvellous summary of a wonderful video!
Come back Home Mango, He is waiting for you! Today marks the halfway point through Lent. ✝️🙏🏼🛐
I love how kind Stacey is to everyone she visits. So much respect.
The nuns seemed surprised that she was actually reading the books they gave her. I am glad she took the time to read them and seemed to make a real effort to understand the books and why the nuns gave them to her.
My great aunt is a nun and she is such a spit fire. She has even taken a tour of Jean Bean. She's in her 90s and still going strong.
What's Jean Bean?
My tears and prayers are real for Stacey. May she find the love and peace that only comes from God, and the comfort of not being alone.
Very true. God's peace is a peace that the world cannot give. Its on its own level, truly.
I just want to hug sister Grace.
This was beautiful. These ladies are so authentic. You know they are praying for your Stacey. That itself is the best gift they gave you! I experienced God all throughout my childhood and love him deeply. I teach all my children about God's love and we are living our lives with great purpose. It's a beautiful thing to know He hears every word we say. Such comfort, joy, stability and overwhelming love! I pray He will find you too dear one!😊
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@juliakent2560 That's the most wonderful gift you're giving your children! My Mom passed her faith on to us kids; teaching us about God's love and teaching us to pray.
I miss my Mom now that I'm old and she's gone. I thank God for her every day in my prayers. And pray daily that God reach my beloved sibling that has strayed.
Amen 🙏🏽
I think Stacey and the sister’s willingness to share their journeys with us so genuinely is a wonderful, learning lesson for everyone that is lucky enough to watch this show. Thank you!
It's wonderful seeing Stacey here so heartwarmingly honest with candid questions and modernly enlightened responses. I think back to harsher times and nuns not quite so humane and enlightened as these. Thanks so much for a lovely mini-journey and documentary of the nuns of St Hilda's Priory
So inspirational to see women choosing the religious life around their mid 20s. I’m in my mid 20s and finding religion when I had no connection to G-d for the first 20ish years of my life. I have fears about practicing differently than my family, but the joys of this journey far outweigh the negatives.
I appreciate the honesty and respect Stacey has here and in the many situations we find her.
Today, I discovered that Anglican nuns exist, which was previously unknown to me, as I was only aware of Catholic nuns.
Watch the tv show Call the midwives
I didn't know about this order of nuns, the Anglican...I was wondering why there was a woman nun doing the ''Holy Eucharist and not a male Priest...I too only knew of Roman Catholic Nuns..I was taught my The Missionary Nuns of the Sacred Heart. They were the ''Cabrini'' nuns order..Wonderful nuns, they were so kind, I loved them all. I really enjoyed this video. It was so interesting to me, because when I was a young girl I wanted to become a nun. But I think God wanted me to have my own family. I can understand now why He did. Also this convent in the UK is so beautiful! And all the Sisters were so kind and sweet to Stacey. Stacey did a great living with the nuns and trying to learn and understand their way of life.
So these aren't catholic nuns?? I had no idea!!!
Many orders…….all lovely gentle souls!
@@annettemelendez6250
@@annettemelendez6250 they are not Catholics.
I really enjoy watching you experience different environments with different people perspectives of living their lives
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This was so lovely! I am Jewish and appreciated the personalities of the nuns. They have such a peace and calm around them. I even teared up a little when they were connecting with Stacey. Well done!
This has got to be my favourite episode yet!! I enjoyed Stacey's courage to be honest and ask questions from a place of respect. Her sweetness as she interacted with her nuns. What a beautiful episode, thank you! 💟
Stacey, I value your authenticity, curiosity, vulnerability, humility, and empathy. You stepping into another’s world and attempting to step into their shoes to gain insight and understanding is a miser mindset we all can benefit from. I’ll graduate soon with a degree in counseling and I find your interactions with others inspire me to strive more to step into the world of others professionally and personally! You’re a blessing and I want to thank you!
What a wonderful documentary. I was struck by the fact that the nuns were so open minded while the girl , the seeker was much more close minded. How ironic!
Did the sound go out for anyone else at the end? I was really enjoying this and wanted to hear what Stacey might have had to say at the end.
Yes, the sound also went out for me in the very last few minutes. This video was a gift.
There is a link to a transcript in the intro.
Yes, for me also. And, unfortunately, the transcript ends at the same place the audio does.
For me this was the best episode to date. In part I think it was because it encompassed more than the few days that most of the episodes cover. Stacey's attitude and approach seemed to be at a deeper level of openess, reflection, welcomeness and relaxation than other episodes, she was like a breath of fresh air. I think much of that was a relection of the sisters themselves, who exuded their desire for peace, openess, reflection, giving, awareness, gratitude, vulnerability and love. I am curious if Stacey keeps in touch with the families or in this case the community that she for a snapshot in time travels with and alongside.
It is wonderful to see Sr. Grace again. I spent time with her in 1991.
Prayers and repetitive activity is calming to the mind so you can hear the small quiet voice of god in you
What a lovely and impressive group of ladies. They have a wonderful sense of humor and this has provided such an interesting look at the lives they lead.
I think the lovely nuns must have missed Stacey when she left. It seemed they enjoyed having her. Great documentary, I learned a lot. On top of the to do list: pray for the wellbeing of others.
This was a sweet experience for the young lady, i pray she finds our savior 🙏
I love how Stacey is so respectful of these nuns and their experiences. As an American, I did not know who she was before these videos but now I am very impressed.
What a very informative yet honest program. Thank you Stacey for sharing. Greetings from South Africa
Also from South Africa - love ur programmers. Thank u Stacey.
I cried watching this. Its so humbling
Loved the respectful and honest conversations! As a Christian myself, I can see that these sisters love God with all their heart. And Stacey's questions are so genuine and open-minded! Really hope she'll find time and opportunities to search for the answers she needs even after this.
Loved swing this experience! I help with the Cum Christo movement in Montana, USA and we get to stay in a renovated convent/former girls’ school called the Ursuline Center. For 3 days and 3 nights, we serve each other and pray. And it’s the most uplifting experience I get all year. No phones, no outside noise, and it does wonders for the soul! ❤🙏🤗
Never a dull moment with Stacey.. 😊❤ love these videos! These nuns are awesome 😂
This was truly amazing. I was going to be an Anglican sister, and it's truly amazing to see into a UK order.
What a bunch of lovely ladies....bless them all.❤❤❤
I once spent a week at a Catholic Convent in the early 90’s for a business seminar of all things. But we had to abide by their schedule and behaviors. My room was very similar to the room you stayed in, we stayed in the portion that was once a monastery. I have to say it made a lasting impression on me, I’ve never forgotten that experience.
I love that you went in without an agenda! The whole episode was gorgeous. Thank you.
I already left a message, but Stacey is BRILLIANT
These sisters have something most of us will never have, or being so used to the lives we lead, will ignore. It's really sad that it's possible that this life may not exist in the future. It is important to see these beautiful, loving, funny, women are still relevant. I hope this documentary gets a lot of views and gives encouragement to anyone considering a religious life. They were so gently encouraging, kind, and seemed truly interested in Stacy's path. I loved the gentle way the Prioress led and cared for everyone ❤
my favorite episode thus far, God Bless those sisters and you Stacey!
Truly one of the best episodes of Stacey ❤
I did hear her say, in a different program that she was an atheist. But God does work in quiet ways to draw each one of us to Him.
She said it all the way through this too?
You think she is religious because she was in this documentary?
This takes me back to my Catholic boarding school for high school with Sisters of Charity of Halifax. After my first retreat I decided I wanted to be a cloistered nun
. My mother was fine with me being a teaching or nursing in, but a cloistered nun
By senior year I no longer wanted to be a nun, but so many told me I should. I went to my favorite nun &told her of my confusion. I said I would have trouble with obedience.
"Relax Elena," she said.."There isn't a convent in the country that would accept you."😂
Probably true, but all these years later I still think about the peace I felt on retreat and in my belief
What a touching and beautiful episode! It is so nice that Stacey really opens up her heart and tries to do the most with the experience
Stacey, I just started watching you from the US. I am so touched by your compassion and respectful questioning. I hope you find a Spiritual life that will bring you comfort .
Amazing and she definitely was blessed by these nuns and God. Praying she will be in tune to listening to His voice❤
Stacey I'm a Christian and I really liked this video I accept that your atheist who I am to tell you who/what to Believe it's your life and you choose how you want to live it.
I could see through out this video your openness to the idea of believing something you can't see and I appreciate that from you. My church says "walk by faith not by sight."
Why would she (or anyone) need your "acceptance" of not bying into your invisible friend?
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Nobody was talking to you
@@saylenadominguez2924 No I see that you think that you wrote a personal message to Stacey herself, addressing her directly and all - but you really didn't, did you?
@@stoicqueen8557how cruel of u to belittle people like this if u feel this way why watch and comment this ???
The nuns look so kind and full of loved.
How lovely that was! The warnth and love of the sisters did my heart good. I just loved the whole experience. Thanks so much for making the video.
Bronwen in South Africa
I grew up Episcopalian (US Anglican), and I had no idea there were Anglican nuns. If I'd met these sisters when I was a teenager, I would have joined them without a second thought!
Im surprised you had never heard of nuns
@@daylehudson6810 I'd never heard of *Anglican* nuns. Of course I knew about Catholic nuns!
@@ashextraordinaire they are waiting for ya😂😂😂
@@FestiFesti31Oh I'm too old and ornery now!
@@ashextraordinaire ok then😉
I did not expect this to be so interesting, nor the nuns so open to this young outsider. 🌷🌷
This is the most humbling thing I've seen in a while. I needed to remember how it felt like to be connected to the everyday. ☺️
So happy it's on youtube now! I've been looking for this episode for a little while :)
What a lovely episode. Brings back a lot of memories. 30 years ago I lived in a Poor Clare monastery for 7 months and was about to enter to become a nun. One week before the great day I knew I couldn't do it. Like the runaway bride in that movie, I was the runaway nun. Even though I didn't go, it was the most precious time in my life. So thanks for bringing up those memories 🙏🥰
I am so impressed by the women in this wonderful community. Where I live, the Catholic children had harsh nuns as teachers. After hearing so many stories, I asked if people went to school with the Order of the Clickers or the Order of the Rulers.
They are absolutely such sweet hearts! Thank you for showing us their world.
This was my favorite of the Stacey Dooley episodes and I think they will pray for her for the rest of their lives. She looked so rested and with new thoughts and ideas that were maybe different than when she got there.
I truly appreciated the candor of these lovely nuns. I’ve only just landed on your videos, and have already watched three this evening.
Thank you for asking important questions, demonstrating kindness, and opening up cultures unknown to most of us.
Enjoyed this immensely. Would love to spend time in peace and solitude with these sisters.
This was really interesting. I love how immersed and connected Stacey gets into each environment she attends to.
This was excellent and very moving. Stacey has such a way of connecting with all people around her. Just amazing!
I think this was your best one yet. You were so vulnerable and honest
This was eye opening. I never thought nuns to be so normal. I don't know what I expected, but they are so in touch with the world outside their walls.
This was terrific! I so enjoyed this.
Thank You for the great video. Glory be to The Lord on High , No one comes to the Father except through the Son.❤
These ladies are just lovely. I can see the draw to such a spiritual and peaceful place. Thank you for bringing this documentary to us.
Love seeing Stacey's partner at last! Heard so much about him through all the other episodes. Which I really look forward to seeing!
Those nuns are so nice and tbf I love to be there for a few days, just to get in peace with myself. I am a volunteer in a nursing home, but I help with the church-services. I make everything ready and get the people in the "church". And than I sing along, pray along and help with the communion. I am not religious, I don't pray, I don't believe, but I love doing this, bc it helps the people in that home.
What a disappointment to not believe
We all go through stages in our lives. Time and events over the years have allowed a number of modifications to my own personal belief system. Sending you prayers for connection and peace.
@judithryle2113 oh shut it. Why would you ignore the rest of their beautiful comment and focus on that part
Thank you for your service to the elderly: spiritual, physical, medical and emotional. I respect you so much for that - I know it is a very demanding experience of selfless commitment. I'm praying for you now that you will experience Your personal "come to Jesus" moment. It will be an unforgettable experience when it happens! I was 32 and was lost in my unbelief (and life & mindset of it - not good!) until then. It is truly beautiful and cannot be denied afterward! I believe you are in the right spirit for it to happen for you too. Thanks again for your service to the vulnerable! Your selfless, generous Spirit is the exact Kind God, Jesus & Holy Spirit seeks for service/obedience TO THEM - I truly believe that... God bless you!
Made me teary eyed towards the end! Great episode with lots of insight 🥹
❤❤❤Catholic convert long ago. I almost took the veil. I visit 2. Like these Anglicans, small orders are beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
How much do we all love the naughty older nun in the library who doesn't like the psalms?! Her and her unholy thoughts!
This is an amazing programmer. Thank you for the perspective and honesty. I love the light that shine out of the sisters eyes. I believe Stacy will have a lot to think of. God works in interesting ways to get our attention. Praying for you Stacy❤
I found this very moving. ❤
What lovely ladies. Kind and good-natured.