Missioned to Incarnate the Love of our Good and Provident God
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  • Formation
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    Happy memories of the 2016 Nun Run!
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The Sisters of Notre Dame of California belong to an international congregation of more than two thousand Roman Catholic women religious.

Impelled by a missionary spirit, we respond to the needs of the times and share God’s compassionate love with people of all faiths and cultures, particularly those who are poor and marginalized.

Trusting in God who makes all things new, we commit ourselves to

Live incarnational spirituality

Grow in life-giving relationships

Be one in diversity.


Sponsored Institutions

Since our arrival in California in 1924, the Sisters of Notre Dame have founded and administered in more than 20 schools. Today our sponsored institutions reach students from preschool all the way through high school, and as far away as Uganda.

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Young women who are interested in learning more about women’s religious life are encouraged to schedule a visit with the sisters. We welcome women for anything from an evening of fellowship to an extended stay, and we would love to have you join us!

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Reflection is a critical part of our community life, and we hope to share some of it with you. Follow this space to keep up with Sr. Marie Paul Grech’s blog, and view clips of some the sisters’ experiences on religious life. Click below!

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News & Events

New veterans’ housing soon to be available

New veterans’ housing soon to be available

Many Mansions is pleased to announce that 2 and 3 bedroom units will soon be available at Ormond Beach Villas in Oxnard, California. It is a new affordable community of 40 apartments opening this summer. Potential residents must be veterans, income qualified and approved by the Oxnard Housing…
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A call to end gun violence

A call to end gun violence

The Sisters of Notre Dame embrace all of those recently devastated by the gun violence in Gilroy, El Paso and Dayton. We recognize that the seeds of violence lie within every human heart. Nevertheless, we also recognize the need for an end to the hatred and gun violence…
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SND National Gathering in Columbus

SND National Gathering in Columbus

July 9 through 12 found more than 300 Sisters of Notre Dame gathered in Columbus, Ohio. We are deeply grateful for the spiritual support we received from around the world. We experienced a common passion for our vocation as consecrated women religious. Unity and joy characterized the days.…
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When I was thirsty, you gave me to drink…

When I was thirsty, you gave me to drink…

Water for drinking, cooking, bathing and cleaning is a basic human need and right. For St. Julie's Mission and the village of Buseesa, the availability of water is a regular challenge. Water sources have been a local spring and captured rain water. Storage tanks have limited capability and…
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