Remembering Sr. Pat Sherer and Her Legacy of Love for Refugees - 04/11/2026

In this moving episode of Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen, Bishop Joensen and Jeanne Thill welcome Dr. Cheryl Fournier and Dorothy Miller to reflect on the remarkable life of Sr. Pat Sherer, whose ministry transformed countless lives. In this episode, you’ll hear: The story of Sr. Pat Shearer’s call to missionary service and how it unfolded through refugee ministry in Des Moines Her decades-long work accompanying Vietnamese, Hmong, Lao, Sudanese, and other refugee communities How Sr. Pat embodied the Gospel through personal relationships, advocacy, and “radical hospitality” The challenges of meeting both the material and spiritual needs of refugees The deep impact she had on parishes like St. Ambrose Cathedral and the broader diocesan community Personal memories of her joy, energy, and unwavering trust in God Her final days, marked by peace, prayer, and a life fully given in service Sr. Pat’s ministry went far beyond logistics—she offered dignity, belonging, and faith to those seeking a new life. Her legacy continues in the lives she touched and the community she helped build. Funeral Mass: Held at St. Ambrose Cathedral in Des Moines, where many gathered—especially from the refugee community—to honor her life. Heard on: Iowa Catholic Radio Network Spirit Catholic Radio Network #MakingItPersonal #BishopJoensen #SrPatShearer #RefugeeMinistry #CatholicFaith #RadicalHospitality #CatholicSocialTeaching #FaithInAction #IowaCatholicRadio #SpiritCatholicRadio Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulosSunday Dive with Katie PatrizioThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.