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October 22, 2026, Detroit – Spend your Advent reflecting on the Light of Christ through the latest Advent booklet written by Adrian Dominican Sister Janet Schaeffler, OP. In Longing for the Light of Christ, Sister Janet takes readers on the path of reflections, practices, and prayers every day during Advent to help them to be aware of the presence of God as they prepare for Christmas.  

Sister Janet has written Advent reflection booklets for several years, as well as booklets for families, catechists, and other ministers of the Church. A retreat leader and a consultant for catechists, other church leaders, and families in faith formation, she once served as Director of Adult Faith Formation for the Archdiocese of Detroit. She also is a popular speaker. 

Longing for the Light of Christ is available through Twenty-Third Publications at a cost of $2.99 for one copy and lower rates per copy when purchasing multiple copies. Call 1-800-321-0411 or order online here. 

The booklet is also available at the Weber Center Shop on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, with a lunch break from noon to 12:45 p.m. Copies can also be ordered through email, [email protected], or by calling 517-266-4035.   

October 13, 2026, Adrian, Michigan – As we enter the quieter season when animals, birds, and plants tend to hibernate, writers at every level of experience are encouraged to look at what encourages their inner ponderings. The next Writer’s Workshop, Winter’s Invitation, is planned for 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, December 5, 2026. Participants will spend time together writing, sharing their just-written work, and learning about the strengths of their writing. 

The workshop is facilitated by Sister Tarianne DeYonker, OP, MSW, a Dominican Sister of Adrian and a certified leader of Amherst Writers and Artists workshops. 

The workshop is offered in-person at Weber Center or via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent before the workshop. The cost is $35, and registration is required. Visit www.webercenter.org and click on “programs,” call 517-266-4000, or email [email protected]. Limited scholarships are available.

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, Adrian, Michigan. On East Siena Heights Drive, turn into the driveway between Adrian Rea Literacy Center and the solar panel-covered carport. Follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.

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