Heart to Heart Ministry

An Extra Tablespoon of Love!

Sister Ave Clark, O.P.MA.MS.MPS.
Certified Pastoral Counselor
Sisters of St. Dominic, Amityville, NY

Amityville Dominican Sisters
Mission Statement

We Dominican women religious, called to be signs of joy and hope, commit ourselves to incarnating the Gospel, deepening our life of prayer, searching for Truth, discerning the needs of the Church and ministering to the people of God.

Heart to Heart Ministry is a reflection of this mission statement by inviting people to participate in spiritual programs …heart to heart.

Behold my children, the heritage I leave you… have Charity one for another, guard Humility… make your treasure out of Voluntary Poverty…..
– St. Dominic

Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.
– St. Catherine of Siena

Prepare Ye the Way!

As we begin the sacred season of Advent, we invite you to journey toward the birth of Christ with renewed hope and anticipation. Whether you’re seeking quiet moments of prayer or insights to share, the reflections in the booklet are a gentle guide to living Advent intentionally. Download the PDF and let it accompany you through these four weeks of joyful expectation.

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Papal Prayer Intentions for December 2025

For Christians in areas of conflict

Let us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace, reconciliation and hope.

Call to Action

August 2022

August Sunshine 😊

August…a Summer month with lots of sunshine
Perhaps one can learn to focus
on the warmth of God’s “unconditional love”
Lessons learned…
…to be kind-hearted
…more understanding that
differences can enrich us
…to listen with an open heart
…to forgive and not to hold a grudge

Remember…
the warmth of “unconditional love”
can help us to develop a center of…
…peace and compassion
…charity and empathy
…goodness and joy

Let us during these hazy, hot days of August
be reminded of a deeper way of sharing
God’s creative sunshine through our…
…good deeds
…good friendships
…good holy prayers
…good kind words
😊
and you will find in doing so~~
a sacred place and space full of sunshine
that is reflected in your heart and spirit
and shared with all those you encounter.

Previous Calls to Action

Pray for Peace in every human heart.

Latest Entries

Essence of Advent

Dec 4, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

This Asian Brush Painting on Japanese Shikishi Board, symbolizes for me the essence of Advent, a time of waiting and preparation for the coming of The Christ Child, God’s gift to our world. Although we usually think of a gift as something that is purchased, I’m...

Dominican Sisters Gala, November 2, 2018

Nov 15, 2018 | Media

Honoring Sr. Ave Clark, O.P. who received the St. Catherine of Sienna Award.

Sister Ave Honored for Extraordinary Ministry

Sep 19, 2018 | News & Events

November 7, 2018 Generous. A gift giver. A saint Those were some of the many accolades heaped on Sister Ave Clark, O.P., who received the St. Catherine of Siena Award from her fellow Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville, L.I., at the annual Dominican Gala on Nov. 2....

Go Light Your World

Jul 28, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

A video of this song by Chris Rice. As you view, sing along and ponder the beautiful gift of the light we have to give and share with others especially those in need. Let us be the light of compassion...the light of hope...and the light of love in our world. Be...

Mini Brunch Retreat with Gloria Durka

Jul 15, 2018 | Media

Peace~~Prayer

May 27, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

Peace ~~ Prayer Pin Peace~~Prayer is for all to connect in spirit and prayer for Peace and non-violence. To stand in solidarity for a world connected with compassion, hope and respect for all. To receive a pin, please email Sister Ave. Prayer of St. Francis Lord, make...