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.
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Watch Our UNSTOPPABLE CHARITY Spring Benefit
Our Spring Benefit, held virtually on May 20, is our largest annual fundraiser which provides the resources needed to continue the work and outreach of our ministries. We invite you to watch this incredible event. Click here.
Latest Issue of Vision
The cover of the fall issue features Vincent’s Village, the 93-unit affordable housing unit sponsored by SCNY that celebrated its grand opening in September. A new program sponsored by SCNY and CMSV, Vincent’s Table, seeks to address food insecurity in the local area. Other stories include a profile of Sister Kathleen Tracey, and more profiles of sisters missioned in Guatemala. Click here to read/download.
Charity Wisdom, Autumn 2021
This season brings many challenges: to continue the hard work of protecting all from the coronavirus, to work for healing of broken persons and unjust structures, to hold the common good as central. We pray for students, teachers and parents, for those who are...
In Memoriam: Sister Kathleen Gilmartin, SC
Sister Kathleen enjoyed teaching and watching her students grow. Sister Kathleen Gilmartin (Sister Thomas Marita) was born January 7, 1924, in Staten Island, New York. She was one of seven children, five daughters and two sons, born to Thomas and Catherine Nealon...
Heart of a Missionary — Sisters Missioned in Guatemala
The following is from the Summer 2021 issue of Vision. Since 1971, seventeen Sisters of Charity from the U.S. have served in Guatemala in the fields of health care, religious education, pastoral care, formation, and integrated human and spiritual development....
Health Care in the Highlands
By Sheila Brosnan, SC Expectant mothers wait to be weighed at Clinica Mariana, Nueva Santa Catarina Ixtahuacan. The following is from the Summer 2021 issue of Vision. When the Sisters of Charity arrived in Guatemala in 1971, the anticipated life span of...
Caring for Our Common Home
by Sister Mary Ann Garisto from the Office of Peace, Justice and Integrity of Creation Sr. Mary Ann Garisto The following is from the Summer 2021 issue of Vision. In the spirit of Laudato Si’, we may want to consider ways to reduce our carbon footprint and take better...
The Guatemalan Mission — 1971 – 2021
The following is from the Summer 2021 issue of Vision. by Mary Mc Cormick, SC New York Sisters of Charity have always cherished Elizabeth Seton’s understanding of her desire to be known as a “citizen of the world.” Sr. Marie Immaculata Burke provided care to...
In Memoriam: Sister Kathleen T. Sullivan, SC
Sister Kathleen received a BA in History from the College of Mount Saint Vincent, an MS in Education from Fordham University and a Sixth Year Certificate in Supervision and Administration from the College of Staten Island. She was also awarded New York State Permanent...
From a Small Seed, A New Community Grows
July 31 marks the foundation day when Elizabeth Seton began the community in Emmitsburg. By Regina Bechtle, SC On a hot summer day in 1809, a group of women made their way to a lush valley in the rolling hills of northern Maryland, near the village of Emmitsburg. They...
Advent is a time of waiting, of longing, of preparing the way. Read reflections for the Sundays of Advent.