Easter Blessings
"We proclaim the resurrection of Christ when his light illuminates the dark moments of our existence." Pope Francis.
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April is National Poetry Month
Each week for the month of April we will highlight a poem written by an SSND. Have a favorite or suggestion you would like included? Email Daniel Staples at dstaples@amssnd.org.
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Become an Associate
Do you feel called to grow in your relationship with God, be part of a great community and give of yourself to many great causes?
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Racism and the Four Commitments
The four commitments of the AMSSND province—universal access to clean water, justice for immigrants, the end of human trafficking, and sustainable development in Haiti—are interwoven in a variety of ways. One critical link between them is racism.
News
Sister Maureen Michael reflected that she lived “an ordinary life in an extraordinary way.” A gifted artist and dedicated SSND, Her calm, non-threatening manner gave adults and children the opportunity to create art that expressed feeling and developed spiritual growth. She touched many as she inspired and encouraged them to follow their hearts.
As part of the continuing celebration of the Caroline Center's 25th Anniversary, they have announced their first SHERO awards Sister Patricia McLaughlin & Sister Kathleen Feeley!
On March 5th and 6th, Ministry Services offered its second virtual Ministry Formation Session. The group explored St. Augustine’s life and his approach to leadership, the goals of community life, and humility as essential dimensions to leadership.
During this unprecedented time, AMSSND is taking measures to uphold the health and well-being of our entire community. Online gifts will be processed but our ability to mail paper receipts and acknowledgement letters will be delayed. We deeply appreciate your gift and we thank you for your patience.
Mission in Action
On March 22, 2021, the SSND community, and the Human Trafficking Committee in particular, lost a valued member with the death of Sister Maureen Michael Byrne. Maureen Michael was an artist and teacher who strove to develop the unique talents of each of her students. She brought that type of concern for individuals to her work on Human Trafficking.
The Directional Statement and the Shalom – Focus and Commitments, 2018-2021, continue to shape the initiatives of Shalom and the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Europe and worldwide especially since the outbreak of the pandemic.
Founded in Germany by Blessed Theresa Gerhardinger, School Sisters of Notre Dame are a vibrant international congregation of vowed apostolic women living and ministering in 30 countries.
