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A spring break of service for students visiting Sancta Maria in Ripa
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May 2024 | Monthly eNewsletter
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Service at the heart of the charism – a reflection from Sister Carol Jean Dust |
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Once upon a time, there was a campus minister of a School Sister of Notre Dame (SSND) sponsored ministry who believed that service is at the heart of the SSND charism, of that which gives focus to the SSND life and mission. She wondered how she might make service happen with young women who could simultaneously learn more deeply of this charism. An inspiration of the Spirit came when she reflected on a past moment listening to sisters tell their stories of ministry. The inspiration led to possible scenarios and a new moment was birthed - invite the young women to serve with the sisters while living side by side with them … ah, yes, an “alternative spring break!”
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Students explore SSND ministries for alternative spring break |
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Students from Milwaukee’s Mount Mary University put aside typical spring break destinations to instead embark on a week of service and reflection in St. Louis. The students stayed at Sancta Maria in Ripa, enjoying meals and downtime with the sisters, but also putting in long days of work across several local ministries. From pulling honeysuckle at La Vista Ecological Center in nearby Godfrey, Illinois, to cleaning apartments on behalf of the Criminal Justice Ministry, the student teams, each led by local sisters, found meaning and memories in a different kind of spring break experience.
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The Kyoto connection: Students and sisters celebrate a shared history |
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Students from Notre Dame Jogakuin Jr. and Sr. High School in Kyoto, Japan, made a special stop in St. Louis during their recent trip to the U.S. While they spent barely a day on the ground in St. Louis before continuing to New York, the students were able to enjoy quality time with both sisters at Sancta Maria in Ripa and students at Notre Dame High School. Their whirlwind visit included lunch and classes at the high school, a meaningful tour of the Heritage Room and then a field trip downtown for sky-high cityscape views from the St. Louis Wheel, a 200-foot Ferris wheel at Union Station.
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Jubilee virtual celebration
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We are pleased to invite sisters, supporters and friends of School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) to join in a virtual video celebration of our 2024 Jubilarians. Taking place on Sunday, May 19, at 4 p.m. CDT, the virtual celebration is an opportunity to pause and recognize the stories and contributions of sisters in a meaningful way. No registration is required.
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Making a difference in Mankato
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Congratulations to the five School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) teams who participated once again in this year’s Pedal Past Poverty event. The Mankato, Minnesota, area fundraiser supports the local homeless shelters run by Partners for Housing. The SSND teams of sisters, associates, friends and colleagues walked, rode and “fun(d)raised” their way to an impressive $17,775 contribution!
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Celebrating Blessed Theresa
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Blessed Theresa of Jesus Gerhardinger, foundress of the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND), died May 9, 1879. Each May 9, we celebrate her Feast Day and use the occasion to remember and honor Blessed Theresa and the immeasurable impact she made on the world. We invite you to join on this special day to celebrate her by supporting the ongoing mission of SSND.
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Mark your calendar
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We are just days away! On Thursday, May 9, School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) will once again participate in Give STL Day. This is a special day of online giving to promote and support nonprofits throughout St. Louis, including SSND. Please consider participating on behalf of SSND in appreciation of their longtime service and presence in our community.
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Sister Mary Owen Stevermer, April 3, 2024
Sister Mary Carla Okumura, April 4, 2024
Sister Mary Blaise Sorenson, April 6, 2024
Sister M. Rochelle Trembley, April 13, 2024
Sister Evelyn Dange, April 21, 2024
Sister Del Marie Rysavy, April 22, 2024
Sister Mary Petrann Sieben, April 23, 2024
View Obituary page
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