Missioned to Incarnate the Love of our Good and Provident God
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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.


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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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News & Events

South Central LAMP’s 25th Anniversary Brunch

South Central LAMP’s 25th Anniversary Brunch

Please join us for South Central LAMP's 25th Anniversary Brunch, serving women and families. Festivities will take place on Saturday, October 20, 2018, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm 892 E. 48th Street, Los Angeles, CA Tours will be offered from 10:30 to 11:00 am. To sponsor an SC…
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Water Tanks Explode in Uganda!

Water Tanks Explode in Uganda!

Sr. Anita Marie Stacy from Buseesa, Uganda, informed us that one of the convent's 24,000 litre tanks exploded, hitting an adjacent tank.  Repairs/replacements for the two tanks will cost $1,600 and we are inviting our friends to underwrite these costs.   Follow this link to make an online donation…
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Conejo Valley Interfaith Education Forum

Conejo Valley Interfaith Education Forum

Human trafficking is modern-day slavery and involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion for profit.  Did you know that Human Trafficking happens in the Conejo Valley?  Attend this important education forum to learn about the issue of Human Trafficking, what it is, how to recognize that it is happening, and…
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Prayer Service of Lament

Prayer Service of Lament

In recent weeks, we have all been publicly informed, once again, of the widespread abusive, damaging and cruel treatment of innocent victims. These victims have been terribly hurt by persons of power within the structure of our church. In the face of increasing allegations, an intense sorrow —…
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Remembering Sr. Dwina Marie Towle

Remembering Sr. Dwina Marie Towle

With hope that she is now enjoying eternal rest and with gratitude for her life of consecration, we announce the passing of our dear Sr. Dwina Marie Towle on Sunday, May 13. Although she suffered from respiratory health issues for the past several years, Sr. Dwina Marie was…
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HOPE and HEALING for those suffering from mental illness

HOPE and HEALING for those suffering from mental illness

As Sisters of Notre Dame, we hold those suffering from mental illness close to our hearts. We join the bishops of California in these sentiments: "As pastors and bishops, we are deeply concerned with the heartbreaking prevalence of mental illness in our society and are taking action to…
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Remembering Sr. Mary Emilie Ann Palladino

Remembering Sr. Mary Emilie Ann Palladino

With the hope that she is now enjoying eternal rest and with gratitude for her life of consecration, we announce the passing of our dear Sr. Mary Emilie Ann Palladino.  Her devotion will long be remembered by the thousands she inspired in her ministries in Catholic education and parish…
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Providing Food Assistance to the Impoverished

Providing Food Assistance to the Impoverished

The Sisters of Notre Dame is an organization of Catholic women religious based in Ohio, Kentucky and California. Our organization pays very close attention to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) because SNAP plays a critical role in addressing hunger and food insecurity in our community and is…
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