Sisters Dorothy Fabritze, Bernard Overkamp and Mary Seibert each spent some time traveling among Circus Communities since 1990. As the Director of SPEC, Show People's Evangelization of Catechists, Sr. Dorothy spent the most years in this ministry - 15 - traveling across the country connecting with circus families in imitation of the example of St. Paul who traveled from place to place in order to "create a parish life" among God's people.
Today, Sr. Dorothy and Sr. Bernard's roles have evolved into a remote partnership with circus lay leaders who enjoy their ongoing relationship and guidance. They maintain their connections through email, Zoom and phone. This support is proving invaluable to many circus families and individuals who depend upon circuses for their livelihoods and will continue as long as our sisters are able.
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