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May 2, 2021 – Fifth Sunday of Easter
Readings: Acts 9:26-31; Psalm 22; 1 John 3:18:24; John 15:1-8 Saul was a man on a mission, obsessed, driven to stamp out the followers of Jesus, that upstart troublemaker. Today’s first reading recounts one version of his story. He became Paul, the one sent to bring...
The Martyrs of Quiché
By Sister Mary E. Mc Cormick On April 23, 2021, in a moving ceremony conducted outdoors under a clear blue sky, ten men were beatified as martyrs in Santa Cruz, Quiché. The men, three missionary priests from Spain and seven native lay catechists, gave their lives for...
In Memoriam: Sister Veronica Liegey, SC
…she taught more than English; she taught values from life’s experiences, how to learn, how to form intelligent opinions and how to discipline ourselves. Sister Veronica Liegey (Sister Maria Veronica) was born January 28, 1933, in Far Rockaway, New York, one of...
April 25, 2021 – Fourth Sunday of Easter
Readings: Acts 4:8-12; Psalm 118; 1 John 3:1-2; John 10:11-18 Today’s readings depict Christ as our Shepherd and guide throughout life’s green pastures and dark valleys. Spend a few moments today or through the week praying with these two contemporary versions...
In Time and Eternity, Sing Praise to God
“While I live, while I have my being, in time and eternity, let me sing praises to my God.” - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (Elizabeth Bayley Seton, Collected Writings, Volume 1, 265) These words of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton were destined for the Easter season! She...
Sisters of Charity Statement on the Guilty Verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial
The trial of police officer Derek Chauvin is over, and he has been found guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. In May of last year, the killing of Mr. Floyd raised national...
Join Us for Our Unstoppable Charity Virtual Spring Benefit on May 20
Join us for a virtual gathering and help us celebrate our frontline workers’ steadfast commitment and dedication to our ministries. Registration is Free—click here to register Meet Our Ministries Unstoppable Life Experience Faith Sharing Associates (LEFSA) Founded in...
April 18, 2021 – Third Sunday of Easter
Readings: Acts 3:13-19; Psalm 4; 1 John 2:1-5; Luke 24:35-48 “Peace be to you! Why are you troubled?” If only we could hear, remember and truly believe these simple, comforting words of Jesus… The following brief reflections invite us to look with fresh...
Sister Carol De Angelo to Speak on Laudato Si’ Before Audience of Religious Leaders
Sister Carol De Angelo was invited to give a 10-minute presentation on a webinar, “Engaging the Vision of Laudato Si’,” this Thursday, April 15, 2021. Before an international audience of religious leaders, she will share ways that the Sisters of Charity of New York...
In Memoriam: Sister Margaret Sweeney, SC
Sister Margaret devoted a lifetime to improving health care for persons whose life circumstances were lived in poverty. This mission-driven focus offered quality care with genuine compassion. Sister Margaret Sweeney (Sister Mary Jeremiah) was born October 24, 1921, in...