In time, however, it came about that the referendum was approved by the Glen Ellyn Park District to condemn the property and tear it down. Tears came to my eyes as I read the news in the local paper. I thought I had failed after three years of trying to save the MaryKnoll. I felt totally drained and opened the Bible to hear the Lord’s words, He said, “you did not fail, you did everything humanly possible.” I accepted His will and peace came over me and I was able to let go, but never gave up hope that the mission would resume at another date and location.