Mary Francelia Klingshirn
“The love of God is extravagant! Nothing small, nothing half-hearted, nothing mediocre can ever be worthy of a true follower of the suffering Christ.” – Sr. Mary Francelia in a message to her fellow SNDs at the National Congress on the Apostolate in 1982. Born: Margaret Ann Klingshirn, November 11, 1917Profession of Vows: August 16, […]
Celebrating California’s Jubilarians
Congratulations to the 2022 Jubilarians from California! Archbishop Jose Gomez celebrated Mass at St. Jude the Apostle where the jubilarians renewed their vows before their family, friends, invited clergy and fellow SNDs. You can view the Livestream archive at this link. Jubilee of Grace * 70 YearsSister M. Joann Schlarbaum Diamond Jubilee * 60 YearsSister […]
Protecting the Environment… and Feeding the Poor
Innovation and Environmental Sustainability in Urban Uganda Despite being less than a mile from Lake Victoria, one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world, the residents of Mpala have little access to healthy fish. Overfishing, pollution, invasive species, and illegal exportation of fish have led to a decline in fish availability for the local […]
Ugandan Martyrs Church, Buseesa
Fr. Godfrey Tuhairwe is a diocesan Catholic priest from the diocese of Hoima in midwestern part of Uganda, East Africa. His parish includes St. Julie Mission in Buseesa. Before pandemic restrictions on travel, Fr. Godfrey made several visits to California to participate in the Archdiocesan Mission Cooperative program. Ugandan Martyr’s parish began 25 years ago, […]
Entrepreneur Seamstress Project to be Funded by the Hilton Fund for Sisters
The Mission Advancement Office is pleased to announce a grant of $20,100 from the Hilton Fund for Sisters. These funds will underwrite a seamstress project, serving young adult women (ages 15 to 24) who
have a limited education and lack a stable source of income. They attend the Notre Dame Zinduka Women’s Centre in Arusha, Tanzania. Specific items to be acquired include 58 machines for sewing, embroidery and knitting, and necessary materials.
Pentecost Blessings
As we celebrate the great feast of Pentecost on June 5, we want to thank you for being cherished members of our SND family. Now, perhaps more than ever, our world is in need of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. With your encouragement and support, we nurture these gifts in those entrusted to our […]
Spiritual Direction: Ministry Spotlight
Being a spiritual director feeds my faith in the Living God. I am witness to the movements of grace in the everyday lives of my directees. Sometimes I feel like a safari leader looking at the same landscape together and being able to point out the wonders ever so subtly hidden in the ordinary brush.
Where Are They Now: La Reina Graduate continues to give back with medical mission trips
La Reina graduate, Jacy Bessolo ’10, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), recently completed her second medical mission trip to Africa. Jacy provided anesthesia and supplies for gynecological surgeries in Rwanda. When she’s not working internationally, you can find Jacy at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston where she is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
13 Sisters Profess Vows as SNDs
Thanks be to God, 13 Sisters made vows in East Africa…. 5 women made final vows and 8 novices professed their first vows as a Sister of Notre Dame. These 8 newly vowed sisters will continue their formation journey as they learn more about the SND charism and mission, as well as receive practical training […]
Honoring Mary in Los Angeles
Mary’s Day celebrations… join NDALA in celebrating Mary’s Day! Check out these powerful videos and images from their Mary’s Day celebration.