Sisters of Charity of New York
Now in our third century of living lives of love.
The Sisters of Charity of New York is a community of Roman Catholic women religious who share in the ongoing mission of Jesus. We do so by responding to the signs of the times in the spirit of Saints Elizabeth Ann Seton, Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac. We strive to reveal God’s love in our lives and in our varied ministries with and for all in need, especially those living in poverty.
In Memoriam: Sister Jean Bocian, SC
Sister Jean was truly an innovator in the fields of ministry she embraced. Her sensitivity to the hardships of others motivated her to imagine and accomplish practical ways to assist. Sister Jean Bocian was born July 19, 1947, in Alton, Illinois. She was one of...
Fourth Week of Lent Reflection 2023
Pope Francis invites us to: “Fast from bitterness and fill your hears with joy.” Frequently, we hold on to hurts, anger, resentment and become bitter. Our joy is gone and we let bitterness take its place. Pope Francis invites us to consciously replace bitter feelings...
Join Us for the 2023 Spring Benefit
You are cordially invited to attend The Sisters of Charity of New York 2023 Annual Spring Benefit Together in Charity Join us as we honor theLeaders of our Ministries With Special recognition of our colleagues Mr. George...
In Memoriam: Sister Miriam Anne Brennan, SC
Sister Miriam Anne Brennan was a Sister of Charity nurse, par excellence, who loved her work and all she served. She once spoke of herself as “an old shoe in the closet – one people turn to when they need comfort”. Sister Miriam Anne Brennan, Miriam Theresa, was born...
Third Week of Lent Reflection 2023
Pope Francis invites us to: “Fast from worries and have trust in God.” We frequently worry about next steps, what others think, dangers ahead. We worry about illness in our families, war in our world and the decisions we make. Pope Francis urges us instead to trust in...
Barbara Ford Peacebuilding Center: Charity Rises in Guatemala
By Luciano Laynez, Executive Director, The Barbara Ford Peacebuilding Center The Barbara Ford Peacebuilding Center is a non-profit Civil Association, established in the Republic of Guatemala in 2009 with the objective of promoting the integral human development of the...
International Women’s Day Prayer
By Sr. Roma De Robertis, SCIC INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY PRAYER We celebrate You, life-giving God, expressed in girls and women throughout the Earth. Playing, laughing, singing, dancing, suffering, bleeding . . . Seeding, leading, nurturing, encouraging, resisting war,...
First Week of Lent Reflection 2023
“Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned.” Psalm 51 This first week of Lent, let us look at the ways we have fallen short. What have we done or failed to do to become the person God has called us to be? Can we with humility, ask God to transform us? Do we trust that...
In Memoriam: Sister Patricia Noone, SC
Sister Pat shared the light of her baptism generously, through language, communication and teaching. Sister Patricia Noone, formerly Sister Maura Catherine, was born March 11, 1939, in the Bronx, one of two daughters (twins) of Patrick and Maureen Maguire Noone....
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Vision
This 20-page edition of VISION includes a profile of Sister Andrea Dixon, from her childhood in the Bahamas through her years of service in education and social work. Sr. Regina Bechtle writes about diversity initiatives at the New York Foundling, and a related article introduces the organization’s new President and CEO.
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Who are we? What do we do? Meet our sisters and discover the real person behind the various missions. You might be surprised to learn how we serve