Sisters of Notre Dame , California Province

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Ugandan SNDs visit Los Angeles
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PROVINCE POSITION STATEMENT. As Sisters of Notre Dame we commit ourselves to live incarnational spirituality, grow in life-giving relationships and be one in diversity. Our congregational vision statement re-affirms our commitment to support all human beings, especially the most vulnerable among us, regardless of religion, race, sex, or country of origin. The history of the Sisters of Notre Dame reflects our own expulsion from Germany in the 1870’s. Our ministries in California have given us the privilege of journeying with refugees and immigrants seeking freedom, justice and peace--from Mexico, Cuba, Vietnam, So. Korea and Iran, among other areas. Therefore, we will continue to serve immigrants and refugees, and to stand in solidarity with all women religious and faith communities in welcoming new families to the USA. As members of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious, we proudly endorse the statement issued by the LCWR regarding the recent executive orders. We further commit ourselves to profound prayer for those suffering oppression and anxiety at this time.

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 for podcasts of Sr. Mary Kathleen Burns’ talks, and keep up with Sr. Marie Paul Grech on our group blog. Click below to join us!

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Sr. Cristina Marie Buczkowski Shares Uganda Mission to Students at Santa Clara Elementary

Sr. Cristina Marie Buczkowski Shares Uganda Mission to Students at Santa Clara Elementary

During the Lenten Season, Sr. Cristina Marie Buczkowski met with students K-8th grade at Santa Clara Elementary in Oxnard, CA to share in the Uganda Mission. The students were fascinated to see how the children lived in Africa, and enjoyed seeing the pictures of the students, and their…

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“Tools for Making Christ-Centered Decisions”

“Tools for Making Christ-Centered Decisions”

As part of the Lenten speaker series at Blessed Sacrament Church in Hollywood, Sr. Valerie Marie Roxburgh will speak on Thursday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. Learn about the tools to help find God in the whole of your life by cultivating a discerning heart. Blessed Sacrament is located…

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Stephen Ministry – “Witnessing to God’s love for those who are hurting”

Stephen Ministry – “Witnessing to God’s love for those who are hurting”

The Sisters of Notre Dame, in collaboration with St. Julie Billiart Parish in Newbury Park, are pleased to offer Stephen Ministry as a local outreach program. Stephen Ministers are trained to provide CONFIDENTIAL one-to-one supportive care to people experiencing crisis or a difficult time in life. They do this…

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Nun Run Team Standings – February 2, 2017

Nun Run Team Standings – February 2, 2017

GUADALUPE OVERTAKES TROY! Here are the latest standings for the 5 highest Nun Run teams as of 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2. The team with the highest number of participants will receive a trophy and bragging rights until next year. The leading teams are: Our Lady of Guadalupe Spartans -…

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Art Show Invitation

Art Show Invitation

The Sisters of Notre Dame extend an invitation to an Art Show, featuring the original paintings of Sr. Joyanne Sullivan, S.N.D. Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 * 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. St. Dominic Community 2016 Merton Ave. Los Angeles 90041 This will be Sr. Joyanne's 9th Annual Art Show;…

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Tribute Fund Gifts Keep on Giving

Tribute Fund Gifts Keep on Giving

Are you looking for a meaningful way to remember family or friends this Christmas? Please consider a gift to the Tribute Fund of the Sisters of Notre Dame, a gift that will keep on giving. This donation will enhance the life-giving services that the Sisters of Notre Dame…

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Just launched!

Be sure to visit the newly-launched vocations website! Just go to http://www.snd-vocations.org/. And be sure to check out this podcast by Sr. Jenny Zimmerman, explaining her service in campus ministry at the University of Southern California.

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Notre Dame Academy International Food Faire

Notre Dame Academy International Food Faire

Notre Dame Academy Elementary School invites you to their International Food Faire on Saturday, November 5 between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. St. Julie's School in Buseesa, Uganda, will be one of the beneficiaries of this event. Please join the NDAE families for an afternoon of delicious food from…

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Vision & Challenge Newsletter

Mission Advancement Updates

May 27, 2017
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December 15, 2016
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October 20, 2016
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August 22, 2016
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As we reflect on World Refugee Day, the Sisters of Notre Dame pause to reflect on our history’s poignant refugee experiences in the early years of our congregation. By 1874, a decree of the German government terminated the employment of the teaching sisters, virtually banishing them. This situation was directly influenced by tensions between the German government, other nationalities and the Roman Catholic Church. While it was painful for the sisters to leave their homeland, students and parishes, they received the grace as refugees to be the first SND missionaries for parish schools in the United States. Today, some 143 years later, the presence and ministries of the Sisters of Notre Dame in the United States are the fruit of the seeds sown by our German refugee pioneers. We thank God for their courage, and in their spirit, we proclaim our solidarity with refugees throughout the world. ... See MoreSee Less

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PENTECOST PRAYER
God of light, from whom every good gift comes, send your Spirit into our lives with the power of a mighty wind, and by the flame of your wisdom, open the horizon of our minds. Loosen our voices to sing your praise in words beyond the power of speech, for without your Spirit, we can never raise our voices in words of peace or announce the truth that Jesus is Lord. (Adapted from the Alternative Prayer for Pentecost) ... See MoreSee Less

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Be sure to check out our May Mission Advancement egram: conta.cc/2ruP96C ... See MoreSee Less

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The Sisters of Notre Dame congratulate the Class of 2017 from La Reina High School and wish them God's abundant blessings for their future ventures. Follow this link to be inspired about their plans: www.toacorn.com/news/2017-05-25/Schools/SENIOR_STANDOUTS__LA_REINA.html ... See MoreSee Less

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The Sisters of Notre Dame wish to thank the eighth graders of La Reina Middle School. As a gift from their recent trip to Washington, D.C., they gave the sisters a flag flown over the United States Capitol on April 3, 2017. The accompanying certificate stated, "at the request of the Honorable Julia Brownley, Member of Congress, this flag was flown for the Sisters of Notre Dame for their dedication to the lives of all of our students and families. They are our model of servant leadership through their unending efforts to support the transformation of individuals and society." ... See MoreSee Less

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