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

Papal Prayer Intentions for November 2025

For the prevention of suicide

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

Call to Action

June 2022

June… a New Season… Summertime
A time to have some leisure moments
A time to enjoy the gifts of nature
A time to have some sacred prayerful moments
A time to share with friends and family
A time to read an extra book

Summer… more sunshine
Extra hours of light

Let’s use this sunshine time to be Joyful Persons
Joyful…
You don’t have to be perfect
…Be human
…Be encouraging
…Be responsible
…Be gracious

Pray lots in small doses
Be intentional in sharing kindness
Develop good friendships
Be a wonderful listener

Be a caring light for others
Remember… everyone matters

Get up everyday… greet the morning light with renewed hope
Say a good word that transforms discord into harmony

Sit on a porch or in backyard
Reflect on Summer time as God’s visit in your heart

Previous Calls to Action

Pray for Peace in every human heart.

Latest Entries

Spring Awakening and Lotus Peace

Apr 6, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

Please enjoy these two paintings by Sr. Mary Anna Euring, O.P. The novelist Dostoevsky tells us that "The world will be saved by beauty". This prophetic statement inspired Pope John Paul II in his "Letter to Artists" to suggest that when humanity is challenged (as it...

Lenten Arise: Being the Garment of Jesus’ Love

Mar 15, 2018 | Media

Define Your Life….By the Size of Your Heart

Feb 23, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

Be a teaspoon of Love .... Be a tablespoon of Love Be a heart of gentle compassion Share unconditional Love Be forgiving .... don't count the cost See Jesus' Love everywhere you go Don't judge .... it is so easy Have an open heart .... surprise yourself Respect...

The Sacred Journey

Jan 14, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

The Sacred Journey Take a moment to follow this link to a wonderful Asian brush painting - enjoy the painting as long as you like... http://contemplativearts.vpweb.com/DSCF1408.JPG We are all on the journey called “Life”! As you reflect on this Asian Brush painting,...

Lent…..a time to be still…..and hold your heart with a Faithfilled-Prayer.

Jan 14, 2018 | Thoughts for Meditation

Lent…..a time to be still…..and hold your heart with a Faithfilled-Prayer. A Time to share our Faith in word, deed and example as a loving and dedicated Christian. Time to pray quietly, offer prayer with others and outstretched hearts of love to one another…those in...