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In Memoriam: Sister Teresa Kelly, SC
"It’s a very special kind of job…not many people go to the place where they work and have a child reaching out and running to them saying, ‘I love you,’ or ‘I missed you.’" Sister Teresa Kelly (Sister Marilda John) was born September 25, 1934 in Bronx, New...
Reflections on Pentecost
The following is a letter sent to Sisters of Charity, Associates and Companions by the Leadership Team for the Feast of Pentecost. The Feast of Pentecost celebrates the amazing power of the Resurrection available to us through the gifts of the Spirit. This power comes...
Charity Wisdom — Pentecost Sunday, May 15, 2016
From centuries ago, the words of our founders still resound, full of wisdom and insight for today. Saints Elizabeth Ann Seton, Vincent de Paul, and Louise de Marillac invite us to deepen our relationships with Mary, the mother of Jesus, with Christ’s gift of the Holy...
In Memoriam: Sister Rose Maureen Dormer, SC
"Sister Rose Maureen will long be remembered by her students and their parents for the love of learning, which she imparted in the classroom, and her compassion and kindness as a counselor." Sister Rose Maureen Dormer (Margaret) was born on April 5, 1925...
Seventh Sunday of Easter — Mothers’ Day, May 8, 2016
Experiencing God Through My Children “Hey Mom, that purple flower is just like the ones at our house,” my seven-year-old remarks as we approach church. The comment causes my family to pause and admire the grape hyacinths and daffodils. It sparks a conversation with...
Cathedral High School Alumnae at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
As part of the celebration of its 110th Anniversary year, Cathedral High School invited alumnae to gather together at the Shrine of Elizabeth Seton on State Street on Saturday, April 30, 2016. The purpose of the gathering was to help alumnae learn more about the...
Remembering Sister Barbara Ann Ford, SC, “Missionary Disciple”
May 5 marks the 15th anniversary of the murder in Guatemala of our own Sr. Barbara Ford, SC, who worked passionately for healing, reconciliation, justice, human rights, and peace. We invite you to pray with our Sisters and Associates here and in Guatemala who carry on...
Sunday, May 1, 2016
At the beginning of this month dedicated to the Blessed Mother, we offer these reflections on Mary and on her role in our lives. They are taken from the words of Pope Francis and from the book Mary for Today by Sr. Patricia Noone, SC (Thomas More Press, 1977). Mary,...
A Prayer for Earth
The Sisters of Charity invite you to join us in prayer tomorrow, April 22, as we celebrate Earth Day. CALL TO PRAYER: Earth’s autobiography can be read in every mountain and steppe, ocean, desert, and forest. It can be heard in the songs of the seasons, the poignant...
CMSV Celebrates Sr. Margaret Egan’s 45th Anniversary
Founders’ Day, April 20, 2016 The following was read at the College of Mount Saint Vincent Founder’s Day ceremony. We are here to celebrate Sister Margaret’s 45th anniversary at the Mount—her 45-year commitment and extraordinary achievements to teacher education is...