Spirituality and Prayer

Pray With Us

We have journeyed together this Lent, stopping along the way to reflect on our commitment to those who seek justice as immigrants. As we go forward into Holy Week, we recall the pilgrimage that Jesus made and his victory of life over death in the resurrection. We invite you to reflect on these...
We hold before you all who live close to war and conflict; and all who live close to the threat of war and violence.
This Sunday (2/20) is the World Day of Social Justice. Social justice is an integral part of Church teaching and the foundation of what SSND refers to as Shalom and our efforts to “work actively toward enhancing just structures that foster fullness of life and toward changing unjust structures that...

In Memoriam

Sister Elizabeth Marie Kelly
Always ready to assist those in need, Sister Elizabeth Marie spent 25 years as a hospital chaplain and director of spiritual services, and later was the Director of Associates for the AM Province. On the occasion of her 60th year of profession, Sister gave special thanks to her family and those who...
Sister Raymunda was an excellent teacher, her dramatic way of teaching had students jumping out of their seats to answer her questions. She was successful with kids of all abilities, loved and enjoyed by them. Let us imagine her passionate entry into Heaven and ask her to give us a share of her...
Sister Helen Mary was a leader who encouraged and comforted Sisters. Of her leadership in community, she wrote "Working with the Sisters was a privilege. I found the experience of assisting the ill, the sick, and the infirm very rewarding, a  life-giving experience. I tried to find the little...

"Prayer is true heavenly food and nourishment for the soul, which will starve without it. It is a remedy for the sick who desire to recover again, joy for the afflicted, strength for the weak, medicine for sinners, delight for the just, mutual support for the entire church.”

-BLESSED THERESA GERHARDINGER