Fr. Steve Benden recently directed a week-long retreat focused on the woundedness of the world for the Redemptoristine community
in Liguori.
He stressed the importance of recognizing our own woundedness, which makes us more sensitive, understanding, patient and compassionate.
Pictured are Fr. Steve presiding at Mass; Fr. Steve with Sr. Mary Helena, Sr. Ann Marie, Sr. Supawadee and Sr. Mary Louisa; and Sr. Mary Louisa and Fr. Steve with Sr. Alfonsina Mary (Skho), who lives in a nearby skilled nursing facility.