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Sustain our Community Vision

On behalf of Friends of San Damiano and all our passionate volunteers, we would like to thank you for your enthusiasm and participation in this once-in-a-generation project. We also celebrate the partnerships that have been formed with the City of Monona, Ho-Chunk Nation, Clean Lakes Alliance, Madison Community Foundation, Evjue Foundation, Monona Grove School District, and other important allies within the community. Together, we will sustain our community’s vision for San Damiano. Click the link to keep reading.

Reverend Loran Miller

Rev. Loran Miller, a semi-retired Capuchin Franciscan monk who resided at the San Damiano Friary (from 2003 to 2014), was tasked with the repair of the old house, with very minimal funds. It must have been quite a daunting task, considering that all the monks living there were well into their 70s. Learn more about garage sales, a beautiful, handmade casket, and memories of Father Loran at San Damiano by clicking on the link above.

San Damiano’s Healing Legacy

Kate Ford Roberts, a nurse & co-founder of Hospice Care, and Judy Koeppl, Director of the Hospice Bereavement Program, were invited by the Capuchin priests living at San Damiano to develop a grief counseling center on the first floor of the house. Over the years (1992-2015), there were 6 counselors providing holistic therapy at The Center for Life & Loss Integration. Read Judy’s memories of San Damiano by clicking on the link above.

Remembering Jack Fadness

Recently, Monona lost a lifelong resident and friend, John W. “Jack” Fadness. Jack was the ultimate model of an outstanding steward. He will always be remembered as a significant part of the rich San Damiano history. Read more by clicking on the link above.
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