Sisters of Charity of New York
Now in our third century of living lives of love.
The Sisters of Charity of New York is a community of Roman Catholic women religious who share in the ongoing mission of Jesus. We do so by responding to the signs of the times in the spirit of Saints Elizabeth Ann Seton, Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac. We strive to reveal God’s love in our lives and in our varied ministries with and for all in need, especially those living in poverty.
In Memoriam: Sister Elizabeth (Lily) Mary Butler, SC
Her inspiration was the love of Mother Elizabeth Boyle in the 1850s for the immigrant orphans in the City. Almost every week she traveled to downtown New York to join a demonstration asking for legislation that provides better services for the poor and for newly...
In Memoriam: Sister Rose Ann Bianco, SC
Sister Rose had a keen wit, a good sense of humor and a quick smile that lit up her face. She was a compassionate nurse and provided a listening ear and sound advice as a social worker. Sister Rose Ann Bianco, Sister Angela Miriam, was born June 20, 1925, in...
Music and Conversation: A Concert Celebrating Women in Service
Bronx Arts Ensemble, University of Mount Saint Vincent (UMSV), and the New York Philharmonic are teaming up for a chamber music concert and panel discussion on Sunday, March 10, at 2 pm at the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception on the campus of UMSV. The concert will...
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Seeker…Servant…Saint
To begin the new year, Sisters and Associates from the Sisters of Charity of New York and the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth came together in Convent Station, NJ for the Feast of the Epiphany, and to celebrate the Feast of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. August 28,...
In Memoriam: Sister E. Bernadette Brennan, SC
Since early years in the community, Sister Bernadette was known as a generous and welcoming person. From a sister with a first-time assignment to teach a lower grade to the first-time inquirer about House of Prayer programs, Sister Bernadette easily stepped forward to...
In Memoriam: Sister Kathleen E. Fitzgerald
With her happy disposition and sincere interest in others, Sister Kathleen could easily take up a conversation with anyone. She was always ready to share a story and to hear one from someone else. Kathleen Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Sister Marie Assumpta, was born November...
In Memoriam: Sister Teresa Dermody
What everyone remembers as outstanding about Sister Teresa was her positive approach to life and her easy laugh. She never had a negative or complaining word to say and greeted all, stranger or friend, with her warm open smile. Sister Teresa Dermody, Sister Maria...
Rejoice! The Lord is Near.
Third Sunday of Advent Readings: Isaiah 35:1-6A, 10, Psalm 146, James 5:7-10, Gospel - Matthew 11:2-11 Third Sunday of Advent reflection by Sr. Margaret O’Brien “REJOICE! Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I say rejoice. Indeed, the Lord is near.” And that says it...
Let us Live in the Joy and Peace of Everlasting Love
Second Sunday of Advent Readings: Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13, 2 Peter 3:8-15a Gospel: Mark 1:1-8 Second Sunday of Advent reflection by Sr. Sheila Brosnan The second week of Advent sets us definitively on the path to the celebration of God's love for...
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Vision
This 20-page edition of VISION includes a profile of Sister Andrea Dixon, from her childhood in the Bahamas through her years of service in education and social work. Sr. Regina Bechtle writes about diversity initiatives at the New York Foundling, and a related article introduces the organization’s new President and CEO.
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