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Archived Monastery
Happenings
December 2008
Benedictine
Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, founders and sponsors of the
University of Mary, welcome new University President Father James
Patrick Shea
 
Prioress Sister
Nancy Miller, Father James Patrick Shea, Martin White
At a press conference Friday,
December 5, 2008, Chairman of the Board of Trustees Martin White and
Board President and Prioress of the Benedictine Sisters of
Annunciation Monastery Sister Nancy Miller introduced Father James
Patrick Shea as the University of Mary’s sixth president.
“Father Shea is a person of extreme faith, integrity and passion,”
commented White. “He has an aura of energy, a youthful smile and a
special gift to inspire, connect and communicate with people of all
ages. Father Shea exudes leadership and charisma well beyond his
years.”
“Father Shea has demonstrated the innovative and collaborative
leadership we were seeking for this position,” remarked Sister Nancy
Miller. “He is vibrant, energetic and possesses a spirit of hope and
optimism for the future.”
Father
Shea, who will succeed Sister Thomas Welder effective July 1,
2009, currently serves as pastor of the Church of St. Joseph in
Killdeer, ND, and the Church of St. Paul in Halliday, ND. He also is
the senior religion teacher and chaplain at Trinity High School in
Dickinson, ND.
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Last week's blizzard left us with a winter
wonderland.
See the picture below to see the vast difference
from a few weeks ago! Whether the trees are covered with brightly colored
leaves or a layer of frost, they look heavenly!
The days have been crisp and the colors are
stunning. Thank you, God, for your palette of rich, autumn hues.
This is one of the breathtaking views from our home!
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