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Waterdown Sisters Hold Event for Environment

The Sisters at Waterdown observed International Day of Older Persons (also called National Seniors Day) on October 1 with a simple but moving event that included both Sisters and Laureate College students and staff. Our focus was Care of the Earth.

SSNDs Enjoy Professional Development Together

The Archdiocese of Baltimore recently hosted a Professional Development Day at many locations. Sisters Irene Pryle, Kathy Jancuk, and I were assigned to the same location, so we had an opportunity to catch up.

Foundation Day - October 24th 2024

The 2024 Foundation Day Prayer was inspired by the 2024 Assembly of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). Have a happy and blessed Foundation Day!

SSND Community Gathers for Covenanting

On Saturday, September 28, Associates from the New Jersey and Connecticut area gathered at The Watermark in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to celebrate the first covenant of Carol Jakab and to renew their own covenants.

One Hundred Years Young: Blessed and a Blessing

By Sister Theresa Lamy, SSND

On Sunday, September 15th, family, friends, former students, and colleagues from around the country gathered with the SSNDs at The Watermark to celebrate Sister Clare Fitzgerald’s 100^th birthday.

A Long-Lasting Hug

It was Monday morning, and I was standing in the hallway in the Franciscan Center as I do every Monday morning, greeting (and clicking the counter) as each person in the food line reaches the doorway and picks up a tray. It was about 11 a.m.

Judith Anne Schaum, SSND - 1939 - 2024

Judy’s life in mission included formal education at schools in the Baltimore area. She taught mathematics and served in administrative roles as dean of students and vice principal. She returned to her alma mater, the Institute of Notre Dame (IND), and ministered there for twelve years as a teacher, vice-principal, and finally as principal. We continue to thank God for the gift of Judy, her service, and her loving presence.

Sister Eileen Weisman, SSND - 1942 - 2024

Eileen was known to her large family and many friends in SSND and beyond by many names: “Rene,” Auntie, Eileen and Sister. Eileen was a lifelong learner whose interests were broad and deep. She was always ready and willing to share her learnings with others. She loved to introduce visitors, be they in Rome or Baltimore, to local historic, religious and SSND places of interest. We remember and give thanks for Eileen’s generous spirit among us.

NDLC Celebrates Sister Lorraine Burns

Sisters from the Wilton Province had gathered to talk. The year was 2004. It was clear that they would be merging with Baltimore and Chicago, and while they supported it, they also wanted to carry on Wilton SSND legacy.

Braiding Sweetgrass: Informative and Inspiring

Review by AMSSND Associate Peggy Ann Russell

Back to School with Sister Carla Marie!

Here at Waterdown, our Sisters have been graced with that ‘back to school’ feeling. In that spirit, we will be sharing reminiscences, and this week we sit down with Sister Carla Marie NAME to capture a few thoughts on this season of potential!

Celebrating Jubilee at The Watermark

As we prepare to celebrate the Province Jubilee September 14, we are happy to share the wonderful celebration we held at The Watermark for our four Jubilarians. Sister Anna Mae Frenzik is celebrating her 70th Jubilee, while Sisters Carolyn Stoe, Kathy Fullerton, and Peg Regan are celebrating their 60th Jubilees.

Sister Mary Peter Celebrates 94!

Reminiscing on her life as an SSND, Sister Mary Peter offered wisdom for the ages: "As I look back I see how grateful I am. The one thing that I would share is that no matter what happens, God is always there. In good times and hard times, there is always something to learn!"

Two Smash Teilhard de Chardin Hits!

Just as the symposium on the Trinity proved to be a defining mark for living of the 24th General Chapter Directional Statement, Teilhard de Chardin’s work is foundational for understanding the call to universal communion in our current Directional Statement.

SSNDs Attend School Convocation

Teachers and staff members from the archdiocese’s elementary and secondary schools gathered before the start of the school year, which this year began Aug. 26. Whether they wore matching T-shirts or traveled together via coach buses, school buses or by car, most arrived with smiles and a sense of excitement.

Associates Innovate Program for Underrepresented Kids

Education in the spirit of Blessed Theresa, focused on human development and environmental sustainability, is critical for the transformation of our world. (Acts of the 25th General Chapter)

Sharing in the Season of Creation

Nerina Murray, SSND Associate and ACC Committee member, writes, “Sunsets fill me with awe and hope for tomorrow. Sometimes sunsets make me sad because I think that I am now at the sunset of my life, not knowing what tomorrow may bring. Other times they make me joyful because a red sky usually promises the dawning of a beautiful next day.”

Sister Eileen Denny, SSND: Thriving!

Sister Eileen Denny was born in Norwalk, CT, the oldest of three children. When Sister Eileen Denny was ten, she converted to Catholicism and fell in love with God.

Looking Back on the Time of Dictatorship in Chile

My first ministry was in Santiago in Colegio St. George, a school run by the Congregation of the Holy Cross priests and brothers. My work involved participation in the administration and teaching in Grades 7 and 8 in 1970 and in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 in 1971, until the school was taken over by the military government in late 1973.

You Are Invited - Please Join Us in Prayer

You are invited to participate in a special time of prayer during the Assembly. Please mark your calendars for Friday, August 16, 2:00 – 3:00 pm EDT With the entire LCWR, we invite and encourage you to join the approximately 700 leaders of congregations of women religious for a one-hour live-streamed contemplative prayer experience, “Who Then Shall We Be? A Contemplative Prayer for the World.”

U.S. Gospel Fund – Fiscal Year 25

Applications for the U.S. Gospel fund are open until October 1. Changes to the process and updated forms can be found here. We invite organizations who align with SSND’s mission to apply.

Plastic Free July - Use Your Voter Voice!

Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution so we can have cleaner streets, water ways, and beautiful communities. The movement has inspired participants in 190 countries! Each of us making a small change will collectively make a massive difference to our communities

Associates Gather to Hear The Call

By Sister Debbie Liesen, SSND

On Tuesday evening, June 11th, and Wednesday, June 12th, Associates from the Central Pacific and the Atlantic Midwest Provinces gathered via zoom to hear about The Call of the 25th General Chapter.

Brand New Website for SSNDEC!

The SSND Educational Center in Woodhaven, New York, unveiled a newly redesigned website recently. It's full of pictures and useful information!

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