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104 Years of Faithful Witness, Sister Mary Francis Dirr

Sister Mary Francis Dirr turned 104 in January 2026 and her life continues to be a witness of faith, service and quiet leadership. As the oldest Sister of Notre Dame living in the U.S., she…

Sr. Valerie Schneider’s Founder’s Day Reflections

Sister Valerie Schneider’s Blog and Prayer We are celebrating 175 years since the founding of our Sisters of Notre Dame congregation, when our Sister Maria Aloysia Wolbring and Sister Maria Ignatia Kuhling pronounced their vows….

2025 Toledo Jubilee Photo Gallery

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2025 Toledo Jubilarians

Please join us in celebrating these cherished sisters as they reach a remarkable milestone in their devoted journey of faith and service….

November E-gram, California Region

Thomas Merton once said that the grateful heart knows of God’s goodness, not by hearsay but my experience. And so in this season of Thanksgiving, the Sisters of Notre Dame wish to express heartfelt gratitude…

October 2024 Mission Advancement E-gram, California

We are certainly experiencing the changes of seasons–in the liturgy, in nature, in various holidays and celebrations, in sports… We know that change is a non-negotiable of life. With that, I wish to share these…

Fresh Water and Greenhouse Farming

Grant Report Update: Notre Dame Hostel ShinyangaThe Sisters of Notre Dame believe in Justice Peace and Integrity of creation in supplying of resources to the people we serve. Food and water are among the basic…

August News from California

August 30, marks the day when 11 SND pioneers disembarked from the train that brought them to California 100 years ago. With great faith, they stepped into many unknowns, but they were ready to follow…

Cultivating Connections: Chardon Composting Club

At Notre Dame Village in Chardon, OH, a dedicated group of sisters and residents have been making an impactful effort to care for God’s creation. Beginning their work in March 2022, the “Compost Club” set…

Tomatoes a-plenty from a much-needed greenhouse in Tanzania

A recent grant from the Hilton Fund for Sisters provided the necessary resources to construct an underground water storage system and a greenhouse for cultivation of food at the Aloysia House in Kiomboi, Tanzania. The…