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Celebrating a Global Sisterhood

Two SNDs visited this month as the conclusion of their study of English. Sr. Lidwina Gasmi from Indonesia (on the left) and Sr. JaHun Kim from South Korea (on the right) sang their gratitude, accompanied…

Seeking Light and Hope Amidst the LA Wildfires

On Friday, January 10, 15 Sisters of Social Service were in danger and so they evacuated from their home in Encino to Notre Dame Center in Thousand Oaks. Indeed, it was our privilege to offer…

January E-gram, California Region

January, 2025 will long remain in the memories of those of us who live in Southern California! The raging wildfires, ready evacuations, loss of life, news of displaced relatives and friends, disruptive power outages, smoke-filled…

St. Charles Communities expands to current St. Joseph Heights site

Joint Statement from SND and St. Charles: It is with great pleasure that the Sisters of Notre Dame (SND) and the St. Charles Community (St. Charles) share with you that they have reached a preliminary…

Celebrating 175 Years as a Global Congregation

In 1850, two Sisters answered God’s call to serve in Germany. 175 years later, their mission has spread to 17 countries worldwide. The congregation’s adaptability has allowed SNDs to serve globally, unbound by any one…

JPIC: Immigration Information

SND USA Corporate Stance on immigration reform: Immigration Reform is a major area of focus for the sisters. The Corporate Stance states that the issue is complex and that people have the right to seek…

December E-Gram, California Region

The words of “O come, O come, Emmanuel” surround us! Emmanuel, God-with-us, is a reminder that no matter what situation we are in, God IS with us. His bountful presence–of hope, joy and peace–can and…

Advent Challenge 2024

Join the SND USA Advent Challenge by following along with our page’s stories each day that will have you praying, reflecting, and participating in your own life and community. Use #SNDAdvent2024 and tag our page…

Sister Mary Kathleen Knechtges, SND (formerly Sister Mary Ambrose)

Sister Mary Kathleen Knechtges, SND(formerly Sister Mary Ambrose)March 19, 1938-November 28, 2024Professed August 16, 1959 Kathleen Ann was the fifth child born to Chauncey and Catherine (Ward) Knechtges on March 19, 1938, in Elyria, Ohio….

2024 Year in Review

Thank you for being a part of the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame of the United States in 2024. See the impact of your support!…