There is profound wisdom in Indigenous teachings about the interconnectedness of all creation. Respecting this relationship is critical for ecological and economic integrity, right relations with Indigenous peoples, and for a holistic, just recovery from the pandemic.
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November is Black Catholic history month and there is hardly any aspect of our shared history more important that the emergence of the National Black Sisters' Conference in 1968. Register for a November 30 Webinar with Sister Anita Baird on the History of the National Black Sisters Conference
On this day, learn about the tradition of guarding the tomb of the Unknown Solider in the U.S. and Remembrance Day in Canada and pray a prayer for Veterans.
The Province of Africa recognized another milestone on November 6 with a celebration in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Notre Dame Secondary School in Nigeria.
Learn about the goals for COP26 and how YOU can participate!
11/5 - 24 hours for Climate Virgil
11/6 - "Global Day of Action". Catholics in Scotland will gather at Kelvingrove Park and make a pilgrimage to Glasgow Green and
11/10 - there will be a panel at COP26 led by Catholics, discussing how we can root creation care in our Catholic faith, and how to commit to taking action.
COP26 will host the most important climate change discussions of our time. But with so much jargon to contend with, it can be hard to keep on top of what’s going on. EarthClient has whipped up this handy COP26 cheat sheet, so you can cut through the noise and straight to the facts.
As the UK hosts COP26 in Glasgow, bringing world leaders together to tackle the climate crisis, we’re asking you to help us find local Climate Leaders – the community groups, individuals, businesses, and others who’ve found meaningful ways to take positive environmental action.
You are invited to enjoy a video on the history and heritage of the School Sisters of Notre Dame who have lived and served in the Milwaukee/Elm Grove area.
May 31, 2022 was a bittersweet day in the history of the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Canada, as we closed on the sale of our convent in Waterdown. We look forward to again having an educational program for young people filling the hallowed halls.
Sisters Patricia Hammond and Donna McHugh were honored by Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School on May 19. At the annual fundraising gala for the school, the Sisters were presented with the "Mary Leydon Commitment to Education Award" for their years of teaching dedication.
Recently, I was invited to serve on the Advisory Board at St. Saviour High School (SSH) in Brooklyn, my alma mater. Because there is no longer an SSND presence [on the faculty], the Board has made it a point to have an SSND be a part of the Board.
Ministry Services, in collaboration with the Associates, started a new initiative to explore with SSND Associates the possibility of serving on an SSND ministry board. To introduce this opportunity, Ministry Services offered a first-time virtual gathering with Associates who were interested in exploring a possible call to such a ministry.
Each year on May 9, we remember and look to Blessed Theresa as a guide for our own lives and times, and pray that the charism entrusted to her might continue to find life and expression in all those touched by the School Sisters of Notre Dame.
Eighth-grade athletes Alessandra Cardamone and Gemma Siliciano, members of the Academy of the Holy Angels Middle School’s first volleyball and basketball teams, earned the Archdiocese of Newark’s Sportsmanship Award. AHA Middle School Athletic Coordinator Sarah Chalmers, who organized these inaugural middle school sports programs, received the Discipleship Award.
The Notre Dame Preparatory School community was thrilled to welcome General Council member Sister Carolyn Anyega, SSND, to the school on Monday, April 11.
The North American Archives has taken in the stock of books from Elm Grove and Villa Notre Dame. These books are available, free of charge, to any Sister, Associate or SSND staff person who would like a copy.
Pope Francis has, in theory, agreed to visit Canada — at a date to be determined — following an invitation from Canada's Catholic Bishops in an effort to help the reconciliation process with Indigenous peoples, the Vatican said in a statement on Oct. 27.
Teihard de Chardin once said, “Joy is the infallible sign of the presence of God.” This quote affirms the NAVT’s decision to call our SSND vocation evenings Joyful and Alive. We recently held our second Joyful and Alive event!
Our Partner in Haiti, Beyond Borders Haiti, is holding a virtual event to share information about Haiti and the programs there. MEN ANSANM AK AYITI - Hands Together with Haiti on Wednesday, October 27, Meet Cericile, Mireille, and Helia and hear their stories.
The Baltimore Carmelites offer a virtual retreat/event Nov 12-13 on the Theme of Transforming Spirituality in a Time of Plague. Themes and keynoters align with our province’s focus areas of dismantling racism and the climate crisis.
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