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In the commission of charity
A German charity organization recently spent some time in Katmandu with the Sisters. They learned about ministries and took photos. They share their thoughts about this journey with the Sisters.
Volunteers complete mission in Montana
"Friday was the final day of work here on the Crow Reservation. We finished not only sealing and staining Chief Plenty Coup'sHouse butt were able to complete the home of Mary DeCrane. Mary is an elder who is sharing her home with other members of her clan. "Tonight,...
Teaching the Gospel of Love
Jane Karakunnel, SCN, taught the Gospels of St. John to those interested to enter into a personal relationship with Jesus as their savior and to experience the fullness of life, here and now. They have a desire to become strong in their faith and commitment to the family, the Church and the society.
Sister Wilma Ross: Practicing Her Faith Through Serving
Most sisters who have been in a religious community for several decades have served in many places. Sister Wilma Ross, SCN, is an exception.
Her first assignment with the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth was to teach at Columbus St. Ladislas School, and she never left. She taught there from 1963 to 1981, then went into nursing and social work, and continues to live at the St. Ladislas convent, which includes a Eucharistic chapel open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays.
International Yoga Day
Sisters help others discover the sense of oneness with themselves, the world and nature. On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Nazareth Hospital in Mokama organized a yoga session for the public in the Outpatient department.
Volunteers visit the Crow Nation in Montana
The Montana big blue sky and the rolling prairies caressed by majestic mountains in the distance gives one a sense of freedom and deep appreciation of the natural beauty that surrounds the Crow Nation.
General Assembly Steering Committee Letter, June 2017
On behalf of the General Assembly Steering Committee, we want to keep everyone informed on how we plan to communicate with the congregation in the months leading up to the General Assembly.
Summer program for young Sisters
Patna Province has 33 Temporary Professed Sisters in mission and doing various studies. Sisters Jane and Jayanti shared that it is a great joy to see the growth and maturity in our young Sisters to take responsibilities in their mission. The retreat directors also commented on the sound SCN formation to help the formees to reflect and to have in-depth sharing, freely.
Sister Therese Martin Blehar: An Interview
Sister Therese Martin is a kind, considerate, and humble person. She expressed a belief that she hadn’t done much to tell about in an interview but the reality was to be quite the opposite. In hearing her story, studying her missions, and listening to reports from Sisters who experienced her leadership abilities, it is easy to see that Sister Therese Martin has provided remarkable guidance to her students, as a local superior at mission houses, and as the Motherhouse coordinator.
Nazareth Home Clifton wins award
Nazareth Home Clifton has been named an AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Bronze Award recipient. This award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living recognizes facilities that have met the high standards set forth by the AHCA/NCAL.
Obituary of Marylee King, SCN
Sister Marylee King, SCN, formerly Sister George Cecilia King, 87, a native of Topeka, Kansas, died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, on June 11, 2017. Sister had been a professed Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 65 years. Sister served as a teacher in elementary...
SCN Statement on the Paris Agreement
Read a joint statement from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and 12 congregations of women religious from the Sisters of Charity Federation regarding the decision for the United States to withdraw from the Paris Agreement.
A look at Sisters around the world today
Watch this video montage of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth work for justice in solidarity with oppressed people, especially the economically poor and women.
‘Pres Girls’ volunteer with Sisters in Belize
Since arriving in Belize City on Saturday, ‘PresGirls’ painted various dwellings including the Yasha House, a home for young women needing a safe place to reside. They also met with families in Las Flores, delivering shoes and clothing. While they’ve been quite busy, the group managed to squeeze in siesta time and a little sightseeing.
2017 Jubilarians at Nazareth
“I am content if I can only be useful” – Catherine Spalding
2017 Jubilarians were honored today during a Celebration Liturgy at St. Vincent Church, Nazareth, KY. The Mass included a renewal of vows for the 21 SCNs honored for 55-75 years
Asha Kiran celebrates World Environment Day
Sisters celebrated World Environment Day with the girls at Asha Kiran, Dharuhera, India.
World Environment Day
June 5 was celebrated with great gusto by the people living in the remote villages surrounded by the famous Kauleswari Mountain in Chatra District. Prior to the day people walked (Padayatra) from village to village not minding the scorching heat, a radius of 5...
Working towards clean atmosphere
World Environment day was celebrated at Marian English Medium, Anakkampoil, school on June 6.
Garden Party for Carrico Hall Sisters at Nazareth
Sisters from Carrico Hall at the Nazareth Motherhouse gathered for a garden party late yesterday evening to enjoy the each other’s company, the warm weather, and some wonderful music.
SCN Volunteers
“Monday, we began our first project of painting the interior of Yasha House, which is a home for young women who need a safe place to reside.”
Sisters host health camp in Nepal
It took six hours by off-road vehicle to reach the remote area of Nepal, where Sisters ministered to those in need of medical care.
Join the Journey in Chattanooga, Tennessee
A little over a month ago we were together at Join the Journey luncheon for the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. David Humber generously shared some photographs of the event and so we share them with you now. Perhaps you will find yourself in one of the pictures. Even...
Patna Province Leadership Videos
Watch video from the outgoing Patna Province Leadership Appreciation held on May 31, 2017, and the Patna Province Leadership Installation held on June 1, 2017.
Conscientizing society for care of the environment
Daring the blistering heat, Sisters at the Preranalaya Social Development Centre in Musunuru, India, celebrated Environment Day on June 5 by planting an almond tree on campus.
Environment day celebration in Sangsay
Sisters hosted an environment day celebration and awareness program in Sangsay, India.
Federation Annual Meeting
Catch up on the latest news from the Charity Federation’s annual meeting in Tarrytown, New York. #CharitySistersinNYC
Students collect sandals for Belize
At the request of the mission committee at Vincentian Academy High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Sister Luke Boiarski visited the school in March of 2017. She shared with the students about the volunteer ministry program and how they can become involved. As a result of the visit, the student council collected sandals to be donated to children in Las Flores, Belize.
Hazard Yet Forward
Sixty-nine leaders of the Sisters of Charity Federation of North America are gathered in Tarrytown, New York June 1-5 for their 2017 Annual Leadership Meeting, hosted this year by the Sisters of Charity of New York. They represent two provinces of the Daughters of Charity and eleven congregations of Sisters of Charity in the United States and Canada.
Installation of PLT in Mokama/Patna
The new leadership team members, SCNs Philomena Kottoor, provincial, Amelia Moras, vice-provincial, Board members, Gracy Mlakuzhyil, Joel Urumpil and Susan Tudu were blessed and anointed by the out-going leadership team to take office during the 6:00 a.m. Eucharistic celebration on June 1, 2017, in Mokama.
Welcome to General Assembly 2018
On behalf of the General Assembly Steering Committee, it is with deep joy and great enthusiasm that we welcome you to our communal preparation for the next SCN General Assembly in Bangalore, India May 20-June 3, 2018.
Golden Jubilarians begin renewal program
The five Golden Jubilarians of the year 2017, Sisters Agnes Tudu, Cassilda Castell, Mercy Thundathil, Nirmala Mulackal and Roselyn Karakattu begin their month long renewal program at Bangalore on June 2.
New leadership takes over the mantle of service
Sisters Amrita Manjaly, the provincial, Beena Chirackal, vice provincial, Manisha Azhakath, Nimmie and Jessie Saldanha, board members, were installed in a Eucharistic celebration on June 1 at Nazareth Convent, Chandapura, Bangalore.
Appreciation Day in Mokama
Hearts filled with love and gratitude, over hundred SCNs and the Novices gathered for the thanksgiving evening Eucharist for the out-going Province leadership team and the Board members in Mokama on May 31, 2017.
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