October Mission Advancement E-gram
The celebration of our 175th anniversary continues! This group of SND pilgrims to Rome recently had the special privilege of a general audience with Pope Leo XIV. In this photo, Sr. Mary Ann Culpert, our Superior General, presented him with a replica of the Annatal Cross, an image that inspired our founding sisters in prayer.
Sister Marilyn Sabatino, SND (formerly Sister Mary Phillip)
Sister Marilyn Sabatino, SND(formerly Sister Mary Phillip)November 20, 1943 – October 17, 2025Professed January 3, 1965 Marilyn Theresa Sabatino and her twin sister, Joanne Rose, were born on November 20, 1943 to Phillip and Mary (DiMartino) Sabatino, who had emigrated to the USA from Italy. Their brother Dominic was twelve years older, and the children attended St. […]
Sister Mary Popoczy, SND (Formerly Sister Mary Paul René)
Sister Mary Popoczy, SND(formerly Sister Mary Paul René)July 29, 1938 – October 5, 2025Professed: August 16, 1959 On July 29, 1938, Joseph and Theresa (Susa) Popoczy welcomed twin daughters, Mary Joyce and Catherine Joy. The girls had a sister, Josephine, who was just a year older. Their brother Joseph Paul was born in 1956. The […]
Gallery: 2025 Chicken BBQ & Boutique
The 63rd annual SND Chicken BBQ & Boutique took place on Sunday, September 28th on the campus of Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School in Chardon, OH. Over 2,500 meals featuring chicken made by Maple City Taps were served. The afternoon was filled with fellowship and flavor! This event is made possible by our sponsors, donors, Sisters, […]
September Mission Advancement E-gram
Wednesday, October 1 is Foundation Day for the Sisters of Notre Dame, and we will be celebrating 175 years since our founding. In the words of Sr. Mary Ann Culpert, our Superior General, “We thank and praise our God’s goodness and provident care in sustaining us these 175 years and using us as instruments in transforming the world and co-creating
with God a new heaven and a new earth. Confident that God will always provide, we place our HOPE in the words spoken to us through the prophet Jeremiah: ‘For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.’ (Jer.29:11) ….From the tiny mustard seed planted in Germany 175 years ago we now circle the globe, incarnating the love of our good and provident God.” Our congregational website showcases the
many different ways we are celebrating this landmark occasion–enjoy!
Messages of Hope: Celebrating 175 Years
In celebration of their 175th anniversary as a congregation, Sisters of Notre Dame from across the United States share messages of hope for young people today. Each sister also shared a story of a fellow sister who has inspired her vocation. 79 sisters generously shared their wisdom.
Sister Cristina Marie Buczkowski
Sister Cristina Marie BuczkowskiMarch 13, 1961-August 27, 2025Professed July 26, 2003 Sister Cristina Marie Buczkowski was born Cristina Josepha Buczkowski in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She was the daughter of Mr. Walter Buczkowski and Mrs. Helen Buczkowski (nee Podlesny) and had four siblings, three brothers and one sister. Her family emigrated to the United States of […]
Sister Mary Dorothy Luli, SND (Formerly Sister Mary Rayanne)
Sister Mary Dorothy Luli, SND (Formerly Sister Mary Rayanne)February 10, 1940 – August 26, 2025Professed: August 16, 1960 Dorothy was born on February 10, 1940, to George and Mary Louise (Hostler) Luli, the ninth of their eleven children. With five sisters and five brothers, she learned the patience that comes with sharing, and the joy […]
Associate Event Photo Gallery
Congratulations to the 100 lay men and women who share in the SND charism as Associates of the California Region. They gathered to celebrate 25 years of Associates in California, and welcome 5 new individuals into the group!
August 2025 California E-gram
Summer memories included a National gathering of sisters as well as local celebrations in California. On Saturday, August 16, approximately 85 SNDs, Associates and guests
celebrated 25 years of Association in California. We welcomed five new
Associates and honored the pioneers, both living and deceased. The festivities brought a distinct feeling of prayer and fellowship through a liturgy, reception, memorabilia display and a commemorative slide show.