On Pilgrimage – December 1976
Summary: Describes work around the farm at Tivoli, the peaceful death of a companionable worker, and her Winter reading about religion in Russia. (The Catholic Worker, December 1976, 2, 8. DDLW #575).
Summary: Describes work around the farm at Tivoli, the peaceful death of a companionable worker, and her Winter reading about religion in Russia. (The Catholic Worker, December 1976, 2, 8. DDLW #575).
Summary: Convalescing after a mild heart attack, she meditates on the beauty of nature and the joy of singing. Says she needs to work at being less irritable. Recommends an article on death someone sent her. (DDLW #574). The Catholic Worker, October-November 1976, 1, 4, 7.
Summary: An appeal for funds for their work. Confined to bed, she describes the hubbub of children and guests around her. Although they raise a lot of food, they still need to buy other provisions, including tea, for “the line.” (DDLW #916) The Catholic Worker, Oct/Nov 1976, p. 2
Summary: Chronicles a busy summer of visitors and talks. Says the 60’s were not a time of fruitful action and calls for a renewal of the personalist and communitarian revolution through land trusts, credit unions, cooperatives, decentralization and redistribution of land–“this is the living peace movement today.” (The Catholic Worker, September 1976, 2. DDLW #572).
Summary: Speaks of her experience with the poor, and her love of the Church and the Eucharist. Recalls that August 6th is the day to remember Hiroshima and Nagasaki and is critical of a nearby Mass for the military. Notes her family members involvement in wars and asks us to fast, like Ammon Hennacy, and to do penance and ask for forgiveness. (DDLW #258). The Catholic Worker, September 1976, 1, 5.
Summary: A wandering collection of anecdotes centered around letter writing, spiritual reading, and the summer heat. (The Catholic Worker, July-August 1976, 2, 7. DDLW #571).
Summary: Reminds herself that “the work of the spirit” is as important as other involvements. Visits her daughter Tamar’s place in Vermont and admires the handicrafts being taught and practiced, especially working with wool. (The Catholic Worker, June 1976, 2, 8. DDLW #570).
Summary: An anniversary recollection in honor of Peter Maurin. Notes writers who influenced Peter and highlights some of his key ideas. Also reflects on adversity, beauty, martyrs, and joy. (The Catholic Worker, May 1976, 2, 10. DDLW #569).
A first-hand account of meeting Peter Maurin. By Stanley Vishnewski. Taken from Wings of the Dawn by Stanley Vishnewsi and reprinted in The Catholic Worker, May 1976, p.1, 5.
Summary: Praises the simplicity of Bro. Lawrence’s way of practicing the presence of God, comparing it to St. Therese’s “little way.” Sees faith coming through the senses. Calls for an increase in the desire for God in our troubled times. (The Catholic Worker, March-April 1976, 2, 4. DDLW #568).
Summary: “The joyful story of the opening of Maryhouse.” Filled with gratitude she describes applying the finishing touches. Notes the large auditorium used for Friday meetings started by Peter Maurin. (The Catholic Worker, February 1976, 2, 4. DDLW #567).
Summary: Three obituaries: Describes her friendship with Helen Iswolsky which began in 1941, living at Tivoli farm, ecumenical activities, and her last illness; Paul Lavalle, a friend and worker with Peter Maurin; Fr. John Kane, a priest near Tivoli. (The Catholic Worker, January 1976, 2, 8. \DDLW #566).