News & Events | Heart to Heart Ministry

Entrusted with the Light of Compassion Morning Retreat

Sep 22, 2026 | News & Events

Saturday, October 24, 2026
9:30 AM – Noon

St. Thomas More Church at St. John’s University
8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, New York

Music by Alverlis~~Christian Musician
Singing Songs of Compassion and Peace

Speakers/Presenters:
Bishop Paul Sanchez, Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn Diocese
Sister Ave Clark, O.P., Coordinator of Heart to Heart Ministry
Panel of Compassionate Witnesses and Poet

Co-sponsored by:
Vincentian Center for Church and Society,
Rev. Patrick Griffin, C.M.,
Executive Director, St. John’s University
Heart to Heart Ministry – Sisters of St. Dominic

Heart to Heart Friends at Hillbilly Thomists Concert in NYC

Jul 30, 2026 | News & Events

Heart to Heart Friends visited St. Vincent Ferrer Church on Saturday, July 25, 2026, to attend a SOLD-OUT show by The Hillbilly Thomists. Proceeds of the show support the friars studying at the Dominican House of Studie. Much fun was had by all!

Bring Your Heart, Brunch Mini Retreat

Jul 16, 2026 | News & Events

15 wonderful faith-sharing women attended the Bring Your Heart, Brunch Mini Retreat on June 3, 2026.

Peace and a Love for God’s Creatures: Sister Ave Clark’s Inspiring Story by Kristin Dunn

Jun 26, 2026 | News & Events

“Sunshine for 16 years and now Sundance for almost 6 have taught me a lot about being centered in compassion, forgiving in sincere ways, and being oh-so full of joy and hope too. Oh we all should be so grateful for the small moments of life.”

SISTER AVE CLARK, OP

Sister Ave Clark’s story shows how her deep love for animals, especially her two dogs, helped her heal, find joy, and share peace with others. Read the entire blog post at the Saint Francis Institute for Animals.

Interview with The Christopher’s about Sister Ave’s new book: Hold on to Love

Jun 2, 2026 | News & Events

Tony Rossi interviews Sister Ave about her book, “Hold on to Love” for the Light One Candle, the blog of The Christophers in June 2026.

Read or listen to the interview on the Christophers’ website.

The Sister Who Befriends, Listens, and Loves Making People Happy

Mary Magnificat Retreat. 2026-02-07

Feb 8, 2026 | Media, News & Events

Saturday, February 7, 2026, Heart to Heart Ministry at American Martyrs Church. Women with a Magnificat Heart Retreat with Guest Speaker Patti McDonald, and Musical Guests Alverlis and Ana.