St. Catherine
of Siena

Brought to Life by Sister Nancy Murray

Originally named Caterina Benincasa, she was the 24th child born into her family in Siena, Italy, in 1347. She later became a lay member of the Dominican Order. Catherine cared for terminally ill patients, ministered to those on death row, and provided spiritual direction to men and women in search of God. Though she lacked formal education, she is known for her many letters sent to men and women of all walks of life. The letters, filled with wisdom and spiritual guidance, were the fruit of her own relationship with God. Catherine is best remembered for "The Dialogue," which contains the intimate conversations or prayers that she and God shared with each other. Catherine died in 1380 at age 33.

To schedule a visit from Catherine of Siena, please complete the form below. Performances can be done in English or Spanish.

The stipend is $1,500, plus housing and travel expenses.

Please provide the following props for Catherine's visit:

• Small writing table
• Straight-back chair
• Crucifix that can be placed on the table
• Small vase of flowers (a variety is preferred)
• Large candle that can be seen by the audience and that can be lifted without spilling wax
• Glass of water
• A CD player
• A lavalier microphone

Just Released! A DVD of Sister Nancy Murray's presentation of Catherine of Siena is now available. Filmed at the Adrian Dominican Motherhouse, the DVD has a running time of 1 hour and 40 minutes. The cost is $35.

To order, please make your check payable to the Adrian Dominican Sisters and mail to:

Adrian Dominican Sisters
c/o Sister Nancy Murray, OP
1257 East Siena Heights Drive
Adrian, Michigan 49221

Catherine of Siena Interest Form