 Sr. Helen Hengel, SCSL I was born in 1922 and raised in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan. I attended High School in Swift Current where I met the Sisters of Charity of St. Louis. Soon after I felt called by God to begin my life with the Sisters in Bienville, Quebec. After the time of formation and profession of vows (1942), I returned to Western Canada teaching In Saskatchewan and Alberta until 1958. Then I moved to Medicine Hat to the Novitiate Formation community as Director until 1964. I was further blessed with the opportunity for religious studies in Rome, and then further studies in psychology and counselling in Calgary, Ottawa, and New York. My journey then was focused on spiritual direction, youth counseling (University of Calgary) and helping those who suffered from addiction and their families through recovery, counselling with AADAC, the 12 Step individual and group counselling. I also served those attending serenity retreats, and those in personal growth groups and retreats for women.
Submitted by Sr. Helen for Faithfully.
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Robert Van Doren
2/5/2023 12:32:17 pm
I have met sister Helen. My mother Diane was acquainted with her. I did get the chance to visit her in Calgary some years ago. I remember our conversation, mostly that you are a very good listener.
Jim and Maureen Pender
10/31/2023 07:09:34 am
My husband Jim and I had the pleasure to know Sister Helen for many years. We lived in the same neighborhood and Jim often connected thru a shared interest in Addictions work. Sister Helen was a member of the UofCCC when Fr Dave Armstrong was in Calgary. She was a force of nature, surviving a horrific car crash. Gentle, thoughtful and loving. We enjoyed any contact we had with her over many years. She got the face she deserved and touched many lives. Rembered in our prayers, our thoughts are with her family at this time of her death.
Marilynne & Gerard Lambert
11/2/2023 11:21:08 am
Sister Helen was a beloved friend for many years. We don't live in Calgary, so hadn't seen her for quite a while. She was compassionate, intelligent, tolerant--basically good. Her presence in our world will be missed. Prayers and love to you, dear Helen. Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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