In Memoriam
In Memoriam: Sister Rosemary O’Donnell, SC
"All who knew Sister Rosemary will remember her kind and gentle ways, her beautiful smile, and her dedication to education and the children she taught, as well as their parents and families." Sister Rosemary O’Donnell (Sister Regina Joseph) was born on August...
In Memoriam: Sister Rita Elizabeth Moon, SC
“Each one of us is made for something, and this [religious life] was my calling.” Sister Rita Elizabeth Moon (Sister Elizabeth Regina) was born on June 7, 1926 in Bronx, NY, the only child of James and Matilda Borchert Moon. Rita attended Holy Name School,...
In Memoriam: Sister Pauline Cinquini, SC
"She was a patient, kind, and compassionate person, ever-faithful and prayerful, as well as a very loving member of both her local community and the Sisters of Charity." Sister Pauline Cinquini (Sister Peter Marie) was born on November 14, 1933 in Long...
In Memoriam: Sister Caroline McGinn, SC
"Sister Caroline’s unique style of kindness and compassion will be remembered by students she taught and counseled and the Sisters with whom she lived." Sister Caroline McGinn (Sister Maureen Thomas) was born in New York City on February 12, 1932, one of...
In Memoriam: Sister Agnes Regina Hughes, SC
"Throughout her life Sister Agnes was a dedicated teacher, a kind and compassionate person and an excellent listener." Sister Agnes Regina Hughes (Jean Marie) was born on March 11, 1931 in Rochester, NY, the oldest of five daughters born to Francis and...
In Memoriam: Sister Anne Rita Cullen, SC
"Sister Anne Rita’s love of learning was apparent to all of her students. She was able to convey to them her high expectations, thirst for knowledge, and love of literature." Sister Anne Rita Cullen (Sister Miriam Gerald) was born November 10, 1919 in...
SC Center Staff Member Reflects on Mass at MSG
For me, September 25, 2015—the day of Pope Francis’ Mass at Madison Square Garden—was a testament to charity and faith, as well as test of patience. I was very excited about the opportunity to see and hear Papa Francisco. From the beginning of his papacy, he has...
In Memoriam: Sister Kathleen Doherty, SC
"Sister Kathy was a kind, understanding, and compassionate teacher whose students will long remember the science lessons they learned as well as the gentleness, patience, and love shown to them." Sister Kathleen Doherty was born on April 1, 1944 in Jersey...
In Memoriam: Sister Grayce Megna, SC
"A devoted nurse, a kind and understanding person, a gracious and prayerful woman…" Sister Grayce Megna (Sister Miriam Bernard) was born on September 8, 1926 in Manhattan. She was one of two girls and two boys of Francis and Rose Capria Megna. Grayce...
In Memoriam: Sister Elizabeth V. McLoughlin, SC
"Sister Elizabeth always reflected the joy, enthusiasm and love of her God whom she served faithfully as a Sister of Charity…" Sister Elizabeth McLoughlin (Sister Marie Matthew) was born on June 14, 1923 in New York City, one of two daughters born to...