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Earth Day Prayer 2023
More than two centuries ago, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton wrote words that anticipated the spirit of Laudato Si. In her words, this Earth Day, we lift up our hearts and pray: “Who are we to praise thee – but we call on all thy creation to praise thee! the Birds...
Sisters of Charity of New York Elect 2023-2027 Leadership Team
Our historic Sisters of Charity shared General Assembly 2023 with the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth has officially concluded. The Sisters of Charity of New York are happy to announce that the delegates of Assembly 2023 have elected Sister Donna Dodge, President...
The Eucharist-Bonds of Love
By Sr. Regina Bechtle Recently, encouraged by Chaplain Rev. John Duffell, Sisters at Mount St. Vincent Convent discussed articles on the Eucharist by Thomas Reese, SJ... Sr. Lorraine Cooper wrote, “In light of our Eucharistic heritage of ‘reverencing,...
In Memoriam: Sister Jean Bocian, SC
Sister Jean was truly an innovator in the fields of ministry she embraced. Her sensitivity to the hardships of others motivated her to imagine and accomplish practical ways to assist. Sister Jean Bocian was born July 19, 1947, in Alton, Illinois. She was one of...
Fourth Week of Lent Reflection 2023
Pope Francis invites us to: “Fast from bitterness and fill your hears with joy.” Frequently, we hold on to hurts, anger, resentment and become bitter. Our joy is gone and we let bitterness take its place. Pope Francis invites us to consciously replace bitter feelings...
Spring Benefit 2023
https://vimeo.com/829147824/1a8c08df66?share=copy THANK YOU! Our Spring Benefit is our largest annual fundraiser which provides the resources needed to continue the work and outreach of our ministries. The proceeds from this event will make a significant difference...
In Memoriam: Sister Miriam Anne Brennan, SC
Sister Miriam Anne Brennan was a Sister of Charity nurse, par excellence, who loved her work and all she served. She once spoke of herself as “an old shoe in the closet – one people turn to when they need comfort”. Sister Miriam Anne Brennan, Miriam Theresa, was born...
Third Week of Lent Reflection 2023
Pope Francis invites us to: “Fast from worries and have trust in God.” We frequently worry about next steps, what others think, dangers ahead. We worry about illness in our families, war in our world and the decisions we make. Pope Francis urges us instead to trust in...
Barbara Ford Peacebuilding Center: Charity Rises in Guatemala
By Luciano Laynez, Executive Director, The Barbara Ford Peacebuilding Center The Barbara Ford Peacebuilding Center is a non-profit Civil Association, established in the Republic of Guatemala in 2009 with the objective of promoting the integral human development of the...
International Women’s Day Prayer
By Sr. Roma De Robertis, SCIC INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY PRAYER We celebrate You, life-giving God, expressed in girls and women throughout the Earth. Playing, laughing, singing, dancing, suffering, bleeding . . . Seeding, leading, nurturing, encouraging, resisting war,...