By Katie Beckmann Mahon, Communications Manager
Sr. Ceil Lavan, OP, is one of the fiercest advocates that you will ever meet.
In her ministry as Justice Promoter for the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, New York, you can almost always find her on the frontlines of the congregation’s advocacy efforts.
In a recent episode of the Hearts Afire Podcast, Sr. Ceil discussed her ministry and what is behind her motivation, and how that drives her activism.
Sister Eileen Connor has been selected for the Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award from St. John's University with the Collins College of Professional Studies. She has been an adjunct professor there for 14 years in the Humanities Department teaching Philosophy Core and Ethics courses. This award recognizes those who have made a sustained and outstanding contribution and epitomize the mission of the school.
The True Cost: Stories of Human Trafficking, written production by Jenny Magnus performed by Still Point Theartre Collective, a Chicago non=profit, gives voice to the forgotten ones: the people sho are forced into sexual servitude; the chilcren who are exploited for slave labor; the adults who are lured into domestic labor that turns out to be entrapment. Following the production, there will be a post show panel discussion with local experts and acitivists.
The event is on Zoom. A link to the event will be sent upon RSVP.
After years of hard work, the community of Sol Naciente and the Village of Once, El Salvador, has a new well and clean running water pumped into the homes of 38 families.
What began as a mission trip of Molloy College and Dominican College to help the village of Amityville Dominican Sister Flor Buruca, blossomed into a beautiful relationship between its people and the building of a new well.
Please join the Sisters of St. Francis, Clinton, for a Livestream Sara Thomsen Concert of Celebration and Gratitude Wednesday, May 12,
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Streaming live on youtube.com/clintonfranciscans
Ursuline Sisters of Toledo, Ohio Leadership Team’s Statement on Racism
The Ursuline Sisters of the Sacred Heart Leadership Team stand together to confront the destructive effects of racism on our communities and our country.
In the spirit of the FSPA provocative movement to build bridges of relationships that stretch us to be people of encounter who stand with all suffering in our Earth Community, and educating ourselves on the intersection of climate crisis, racism, and migration, the FSPA Encuentro@TheBorder group has commissioned a team to respond to an emergency call from Catholic Charities.
A mother, grandmother, great grandmother and Presentation Sister. Watch this video to hear Sr. Stella’s story and learn how she became a Presentation Sister.
Here are the links:
Youtube link: https://youtu.be/LK-9HkUoI3I
Facebook link: https://fb.watch/52JQ7AqxJD/
Twitter link: https://twitter.com/PBVM_Sisters
The Sisters of St. Francis Franciscan Peace Center will show the movie Racially Charged: America’s Misdemeanor Problem via Zoom on Tuesday, May 27, at 6:30 p.m. The 30-minute film will be followed by a group discussion.
S. Francis Piscatella is turning 108 on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. When Sister of St. Dominic of Amityville Francis Piscatella entered the order in 1931, it was a different time! Due to a perceived disability- as a child her arm had been amputated -she was declined admittance by four Religious communtities. When she was accepted by the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville, she proved there was nothing she couldn't do!
In appreciation of our valued partners in mission on staff and in support of the the actions of the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR), the Seventh Generation for Interfaith Coalition for Responsible Investment and Raise the Wage Act of 2021, we have partnered with Wipfli consultants to begin a compensation project that will ultimately raise the organization’s minimum wage to $15 in 2021.
Online Learning for Connected Ministry
Now more than ever, we need to come together for study and reflection to create meaningful faith-based and pastoral responses to changing global and ecclesial needs.
We invite you to take or audit courses or enjoy a workshop with CTU’s renowned faculty, visiting professors, and facilitators. Summer at CTU is open to students and the public. Audit fee is $300.
Audit a course online this summer!
June 1 - July 31, 2021
SAMPLE CLASSES
Catholic Theological Union's Reframing Retirement for Mission assists the participants in making the transition from active ministry to retirement, with a special focus on recognizing and living the retirement years as a fruitful period of life with possibilities for personal growth as well as new opportunities for engaging in ministry.
Sisters of Selma: Panel Discussion, the March to Dismantle Racism Continues
9 a.m. – 10 a.m. via livestream
By Katie Beckmann Mahon, Communications Manager
In late March, the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, New York, launched the Hearts Afire Podcast. In this show, discussions about Faith, Advocacy, Ministry, Community, and Reflection will occur in thirty minutes or less.
Each season of the Hearts Afire Podcast will feature ten episodes recorded on a bi-weekly basis that includes various Sisters or Associates as guests.
As we enter into spring, we (in the Northern hemisphere) experience more hours of light than darkness. What wisdom does Earth beckon us to receive during this moment? We’re exploring this via our seven-episode podcast, Stepping into Spring: an Embodied Spirituality Podcast. Beginning on the Spring Equinox (March 20, 2021), we’ll release a 15-minute podcast each Saturday for seven weeks inviting you to take a walk, or move however you’re able, while you listen.
The Franciscan Peace Center is proud to host an online conversation with nonviolence advocate, author, and educator, Eli McCarthy, Ph.D. on Friday, April 9 at 1:00 PM CST
McCarthy is a co-founder of the DC Peace Team - an organization that works to prevent conflicts from turning violent primarily through the use of unarmed civilian protection. For over a decade, he has led numerous training sessions empowering volunteers to recognize and intervene in situations at risk of erupting in violence.
Sister Luisa Derouen, OP, was the presenter for the first session in March. You may register for sessions #2 and #3 at this link.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trans-ministry-2-and-3-for-religious-tickets-148367921447
Friday April 23rd, 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern, Soctty Pignatella: Presenter
Please join the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, New York at the 2021 Virtual Nun Run/Walk 5K race starting on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
What does it mean for the 2021 Nun Run/Walk 5K to be virtual?
Well, online registration is the same as always, but instead of gathering together on Saturday, May 15th in Blauvelt, you run or walk at your choice of time and at your choice of place. Whether you are running in your backyard, park, neighborhood, or a treadmill, just make sure to log your distance and time, and it'll count!
Curious about religious life? Want to discover the joy of being loved by God? The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph invite single Catholic women ages 18-40 to a “Come and See” online experience. This virtual gathering will take place on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. CDT. You will learn more about our creative, contemplative response to the needs of God’s people.
By Katie Beckmann Mahon, Communications Manager
The Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, New York, will be hosting the 2021 Hearts Afire Virtual Gala on June 3, 2021, at 7 PM.
On that night, friends, family, and generous patrons of the congregation will be able to attend the Gala from anywhere, and registration is free!
Do No Harm: Sex Work and Anti-Human Trafficking, March 30 at 2 pm EDT
Part 2 of the Six-Part Webinar Series called Do No Harm: A Fresh Perspective on Anti-Human Trafficking Work
A weekly six-part webinar series beginning Tuesday, March 23 until April 30
Are you looking for constructive, nuanced conversation about the big issues of our day? Join Catholic Sisters and other panelists for a year-long monthly discussion series Exploring Intersections: Catholic Sisters on Racism, Migration and Climate.
By Katie Beckmann Mahon, Communications Manager
As Catholic Sisters Week 2021 comes to an end, the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, New York, are once again reminded of the impact of Women Religious on society, as well as their accomplishments and influence worldwide.
This year's Catholic Sisters Week was unique compared to most year's celebrations.
Several Catholic Sisters Week events typically held in person with great crowds, in past years, shifted to virtual-based due to the pandemic.
The LGBT ministry of the Diocese of Lexington, KY, and Fortunate Families is sponsoring three zoom sessions for women and men religious (including religious order priests).The first of these will be Friday, March 26th, from 1:00-2:30 pm eastern.