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Stella Maris

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Our identity

ABOUT STELLA MARIS

Stella Maris women cultivate sisterhood, inspired by Our Lady and guided by St. Catherine, St. Thomas, and St. Martin.

As the women of Stella Maris, we seek to cultivate sisterhood and community under the intercession and guidance of Our Lady Star of the Sea. We do this by following the examples of our patrons: St. Catherine of Siena, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Martin de Porres. Through our weekly commitments and daily reflections, we strive toward the virtues of moderation, purity, and dignity.

Spiritual patrons

Saints & titles we look to

  • PatronSt. Thomas Aquinas
  • PatronSt. Martin de Porres
  • PatronSt. Catherine of Siena

Our charisms

What defines this household

  • CharismModeration
  • CharismPurity
  • CharismDignity

Membership

How to join

Come to 2-3 open meetings, join us for our weekly holy hour, and Household Mass. Once these requirements have been met go through intent week (offered both semesters), in order to focus on a particular virtue each day alongside the discernment process.

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