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Question of Faith Podcast - 4

Question of Faith Podcast

Check out a great conversation between Sister Susan Durkin, Executive Director, and Sarah Lubelski, Lead Archivist, with hosts Fr. Damian Ference and Deacon Mike Hayes.

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Deacon Jim Armstrong and Sister Susan Durkin, OSU

Wisdom From The Rock Podcast

Deacon Jim Armstrong and Sister Susan Durkin, OSU discuss the importance of WRAC and the Heritage Center being built in Cleveland to preserve and share the history of Catholic Sisters.

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National Archives Project for Women Religious Launches New Website

NAPWR is a consortium of repositories working to house, preserve, and make accessible the archival collections and histories of women religious congregations in the United States. This collaboration provides a coordinated response to assist congregations in planning for their archives, amplifies the message of the urgent need to protect these collections, and increases access by digitally linking repositories.

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Newsletters

April 2024 Newsletter

The WRAC team has been hard at work building momentum for the So the Stories Can Be Told capital campaign. In this issue, read about the inspiring presentation to a sold-out crowd at the First Friday Club of Cleveland, the exciting Ohio History Fund Grant award, and recent podcast features on Wisdom From The Rock and Question of Faith. Plus, explore the fascinating world of illuminated manuscripts with the Chicago Benedictines, and see how WRAC honored Women’s History Month and Catholic Sisters Week across social media.

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WRAC staff and volunteers with the architect team (Bostwick Design Partnership) and construction team (Regency Construction) on the property where the heritage center will be constructed.

December 2024 Newsletter

Take a moment to reflect on WRAC’s incredible journey in 2024, dive into the rich history of the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament, and learn how WRAC is engaging with the community. Plus, discover hidden gems from the archives, get a first look at the interior building renderings, and stay up-to-date on the latest “So The Stories Can Be Told” campaign developments.

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October 2024 Newsletter

Join us in honoring all the work archivists do to preserve and tell our stories during Archives Month in October and get the latest WRAC updates and plans.

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The WRAC team working around a table

September 2024 Newsletter

Get the latest update from our lead archivist, welcome CWR as our newest member, and learn how WRAC is engaging the community to shape future programming.

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Sr. Susan and Sr. Ginger represent NAPWR at LCWR

August 2024 Newsletter

Learn about the National Archives Project for Women Religious, take a tour of the Cleveland Public Library and get the latest design and construction update.

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July 2024 Newsletter

WRAC receives a grant from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland and shares their journey to South Dakota and Minnesota covering 700 miles to visit four partners.

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