Our Sisters

School Sisters of Notre Dame continue to live the vision of Foundress Blessed Theresa Gerhardinger in a variety of ways. Below our Sisters share stories of their work and ministry.

We go forth daily in the spirit of Mother Theresa, remembering her words: "Poor and abandoned, we began the work of God in supernatural faith and confidence... let us continue to serve the Triune God all our Lives with Joy."

YAS - the constitution of the School Sisters of Notre Dame

Sisters in the News

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. 

Sisters who agreed to particpate include a centenarian who was a model of healthy aging...

On April 6th, SSND Waterdown hosted a joyous celebration of an educator, elder, religious leader, Sister, and friend. Sister Colette Ryan celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by friends, family and those who love her.
The Sisters in Waterdown celebrated St. Patrick’s day with Irish coffee and Irish Soda Bread during an afternoon party. We loved having Sister Mary Roy lead us in song, and especially loved having her share this day of relaxed fun and fellowship with us! 
  • Jubilarians

    Celebrating Jubilee!

    Each year, we honor and celebrate our sister Jubilarians. Jubilee is a special time to rejoice with our Sisters as they celebrate their 25, 40, 50, 60, 70, 75, or 80 years of faithful love and service to God.