Rest in Peace, Miss Shirely

Yesterday we received the news that our precious New Orleans volunteer, "Miss Shirley" (Shirley Richard) had died. Ten days earlier, she had been airlifted to San Antonio, dehydrated and disoriented. Once hospitalized, she recognized where she was and what was happening, although she was easily disoriented by anything upsetting. Overall, the stress of the past two weeks put more pressure on her 87-year-old heart than it was able to sustain. Surrounded by family (her sister's family) and accompanied by Sr. Kathleen of our San Antonio community, she was beautifully prepared to receive the Lord's invitation to life. Now, as Sr. Kathleen told her, her real participation in the Pauline mission begins. We look forward to the signs of her intercession for us, especially in this year we are especially devoting to vocations.