When she stopped to say good-bye, each family member draped a scarf around Ann's shoulders, bowing with reverence and gratitude in true Buddhist style. One young girl offered her tattered copy of the story of the Dalai Lama. Ann treasures all such gifts as symbols of deep connection. The children bring Ann and the Motherhouse sisters a great deal of joy. A young boy from Pakistan learned to walk by pushing a chair through the sisters' dining room.
Families come to the campus one or two at a time.
They have stayed in a variety of spaces in St. Mary Center and in McGivney Apartments. This ministry is supported by much prayer and local assistance. St. Joseph food closet donates food. The children have attended the Montessori school on campus, St. Michael School and St. Mary Catholic Central. The Center for Human Potential teaches English as a second language.