Mission Moments

Monthly mission moments to reflect and pray on weekly.

Statue of St. Francis of Assisi Statue of St. Francis of Assisi

Reflection:

Pain and Suffering

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.” - Psalms 23

“Pain and suffering have come into your life, but remember pain, sorrow, suffering are but the kiss of Jesus — a sign that you have come so close to Him that He can kiss you.” St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Holy and loving St. Teresa, the love of Jesus on the Cross became a living flame within you, and so you became the light of His love to all those who are sick, elderly, dying and unwanted. Help us to stay with people who are suffering as you did.


Family having an Independence Day cookout

Monthly Mission Module
July 2025

At HSHS, one of things we celebrate on Independence Day is the freedom to pursue our commitment to cherish, promote, and defend human dignity. 

The promises of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness can mean something special to those of us who have the privilege of working in this ministry: the opportunity to care for each life as a sacred gift, the freedom to serve the needs of our community, and the Franciscan joy that results from our efforts. 

Whether you work in direct patient care, administration, or somewhere in between, you are participating in the practice of human dignity.

Reflection

"There is no question that there is a greater need for respect for each other as well as for different opinions within our society today. However, there is also an overriding need for respect for the human person who comes into this world with a right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness…

On the Fourth of July, we as Americans proudly uphold our Declaration of Independence and our national Constitution. We also uphold human dignity as created in God’s image and likeness. Let us be grateful for our great nation and the fundamental principles upon which it was founded.”

-Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito

Team Discussion

  • What are some ways your team serves those who are poor and vulnerable?
  • How are you called to care for others in your role?
  • Identify opportunities to model the commitment to human dignity on your team.


Dates to Remember

July 2 | Hospital Sisters Foundation Day(anniversary of congregation)

July 2 | Hospital Sisters Ministries Foundation Day (2015)

July 4 | Independence Day


Download the July Mission Module

Stream in a forest

Monthly Mission Module
August 2025

St. Clare, whose name means clear and bright, has her feast day in August during the bright, clear days of summer.

St. Clare was the first woman to adopt the Franciscan life of radical poverty and service, and she founded a community of like-minded religious women known as the “Poor Clares.”

Rather than experiencing the lifestyle as a sacrifice, St. Clare experienced it as a privilege. For Clare, letting go of all that was unnecessary led to more joy—she was consistently positive, encouraging, and hopeful. At Hospital Sisters Health System, we too have the privilege of serving and the opportunity to reflect the clear, bright joy of St. Clare to our patients and colleagues every day.

Reflection

Blessing of St. Clare

What you hold, may you always hold.
What you do, may you do and never stop.
But with swift pace, light step, unswerving feet
so that your steps stir up no dust
may you go forward securely, joyfully and swiftly
on the path of prudent happiness.


Team Discussion

  • How is healing a spiritual practice?
  • Where is St. Clare’s joy visible in your work? In your team’s work?
  • What have you been called to do? What are your stumbling blocks for continuing?



Dates to Remember

August 11 | Feast of St. Clare

August 20 | Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach Foundation Day


Download the August Mission Module