Do you miss one of your friends at an AMSSND site, but it is too far to travel? We’ve put iPads with Facetime at each of our nine major sites (Ozanam, Stella Maris, Villa Assumpta, Watermark, Waterdown, Marian Village and Resurrection Life). So, who are you going to call first? And second?
News
Sisters and Associates from Ontario, New York, Connecticut, Chicago, Massachusetts, Florida, and Baltimore - recently gathered for a mini-retreat presented via Zoom by the OPDIC committee. "Spring Growth" explored the wisdom of plants, inviting attendees to prayerful reflection on their own experience of nature.
Waterdown Sisters brought back the tradition of colouring Easter Eggs this year. No matter which method the Sisters chose, the eggs turned out colourful and bright. They make a cheery representation of the Hope of Easter.
Dr. Margaret (Maggie) Flanagan visited Villa Assumpta recently to provide an update on the ongoing Nun Study. It includes 678 SSNDs, 75 to 107 years of age, who agreed to participate in the research.
Always, friendly and outgoing, Sister Margaret was described by a niece as “exuding the joy of the Lord.” Margaret was 104 years old and in the 84th year of her religious profession at her death on March 9, 2024. Her funeral and reception were held on her 105th birthday with over two hundred parishioners, 20+ SSNDs, and seven clergy in the congregation to bid Sister Margaret farewell and to celebrate her life. Cherished memories were shared by all who knew her.
May the light of Christ transform our lives and bring healing to our world. May the blessings of Easter bring joy to our hearts.
We share the news that Mackenzie Scott’s Yield Giving has selected Marian House as one of the Yield Giving Open Call’s awardees working with people and in places experiencing the greatest need in the United States. Marian House received $2 million!
Sister Magaret's funeral Mass is March 15, 10 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Frederick on what would have been her 105th birthday.
On Friday, March 1, the Class of 2030 took part in their first of many spiritual retreats together at Notre Dame Prep. The retreat’s main theme was Discovering Who You Are As a Child of God.
A fitting farewell for Duke O’Sullivan was held on September 30 in the presence of the SSND community and invited guests. Duke was originally employed as the assistant treasurer for the Canadian Province, and continued in this role after the integration with the AM Province. We have deep gratitude for Duke’s capable, trustworthy service over so many years. Happy Retirement, Duke!
The “God’s Creation Needs You!” video series tells the stories of six Catholic communities across the United States caring for our common home through climate action, advocacy, farming, community organizing, service to others, solar energy, education, prayer, and a focus on environmental justice.
Join the Interfaith Coalition Black Lives Matter Rally at the intersection of Charles Street and Northern Parkway in Baltimore on Sunday, February 18th at 1:30 p.m!
Villa Assumpta will have a Lenten Day of Prayer on Sunday, February 25. Sister Sharon Kanis will lead this day, which will begin with 10 a.m. Mass.
Caroline House has not only made a difference in the lives of many immigrant women and their children, but they have made a difference to those of us who have served Caroline House as well. They have inspired us and brought us inestimable joy!
In 1997, Pope Saint John Paul II instituted a day for women and men in consecrated life. This global celebration is attached to the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on February 2nd. We celebrate today, and in parishes over the weekend!
"That Deeper Knowing: School Sisters of Notre Dame, Baltimore Province, 1847-2005" describes the history of the Province from its foundation by Mother Theresa and her companions to the creation of the Atlantic-Midwest Province. It was distributed to any Sister who requested it in 2006.
By Sister Stephanie Spandl, SSND
You are invited to a presentation on human rights in Honduras, as experienced by Sister Stephanie Spandl and Associate Heather Flores Thomas, on Thursday January 25, 2024 from 8-9:30 ET on Zoom.
Today is the MLK National Day of Service, Dr. King said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?” Answer his call by volunteering on #MLKDay of Service.
Sisters, Associates, and friends, please enter this peaceful space to unite for the needs of the world.
The new Directional Statement of the international congregation of the School Sisters of Notre Dame begins: Compelled by the urgent crises of our times, we, School Sisters of Notre Dame, “longing for the oneness of all in God,” commit to actions that deepen our relationships of communion, wherever we are.
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