Q&A with Sister Roxanne Schares, new associate executive secretary of UISG
March 7, 2025 – As the newly appointed associate executive secretary of the International Union of Superiors General, Sister Roxane Schares brings a wealth of experience in working with refugees to the global sisterhood. Read More »
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Prison Ministry Transforms Convent and Lives
March 5, 2025 – Exciting things are happening at the former convent of the School Sisters of Notre Dame. Originally built in the early 1900s to serve the sisters who provided education to the community, this building is once again fostering education. Now, it functions as a “house of study” for men who have previously been incarcerated and are seeking higher education or vocational training. Learn More »
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Celebrating sisters and their call to serve God and others
March 5, 2025 – The week of March 8-14 celebrates Catholic Sisters Week. As we recognize the impact of sisters in our lives, it seems a good time to reshare an article from our archives which explains the differences between a sister and a nun – they are not the same! Learn More
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Yesterday, today and tomorrow – SSND as educators in all that we are and do
March 5, 2025 – As we recognize the contributions of the many School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) who have retired from long and inspiring careers in education, it is important to remember that SSND is still active in today’s educational system. Follow the Story
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An inspiring teacher and a life-changing impact
March 5, 2025 – Over the course of a school career, students will have many teachers. Some may stand out just a bit more than others, and if one is truly lucky, the right teacher may provide a much-needed spark of inspiration and assurance. Read On
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WTMJ Conversations: Sister Charlene Zeisset talks about the study that changed the way we think of aging and Alzheimer’s
March 2, 2025 – Sister Charlene Zeisset has a fascinating conversation with Libby Collins from WTMJ Milwaukee, around the topic of Alzheimer’s and The Nun Study. Learn More »
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Nuns contribute 30 years of critical insight into dementia disorders, UY Health San Antonio study reveals
February 26, 2025 – Sisters participate in long term studies on aging and dementia. Their generous contributions have yielded critical insights. Learn More »
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Housing, community space in the plans for Good Counsel hill
February 7, 2025 – A combination of housing and community space preservation is planned for the former residence of the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Mankato. On Friday, the School Sisters of Notre Dame Central Pacific Province (SSND) and the Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership (SWMHP) unveiled a collaborative initiative to plan the future of the Our Lady of Good Counsel campus. Learn More »
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Sister Barbara Brumleve shines a light on the SSND story, one week at a time
February 5, 2025 – “God take us to where you want us to be. Help us to ask the questions you want us to ask and meet the people we most need to meet.” This is the prayer that Sister Barbara Brumleve and her then research partner, Sister Marjorie Myers, would say each day while on a three-year journey to capture and catalog the stories and resources of School Sisters of Notre Dame. Read the stories »
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Recognizing our 2025 Jubilarians
February 5, 2025 – Join with School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) as we recognize our 2025 class of Jubilarians. Jubilee is a special celebration of the 25, 40, 50, 60, 70, 75 and 80 year milestone anniversaries that commemorate a sister’s first profession. Meet our Jubilarians »
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New year brings new season and new co-host for SSND podcast
January 8, 2025 – The new season of Called to Action will launch on Wednesday, January 15. Called to Action is the podcast of School Sisters of Notre Dame Central Pacific Province (SSNDCP) and features sisters, lay colleagues, associates and ministry leaders from throughout our communities delving into issues of importance as they relate to the ministries of SSND and our global communities. Plan to Listen »
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Finding larger purpose in New Year’s resolutions
January 8, 2025 – For many, the New Year is a time to embrace positive changes in our lives in the form of New Year’s resolutions. While some may seek to get organized, exercise more or cut out a bad habit, this year we invite you to consider what a ‘spiritual New Year’s resolution’ might look like as it relates to the goals of Laudato Si’, care of the creation and communities around us. Find Motivation »
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Wait and See
December 4, 2024 – Sister Jeanne Goessling has spent much of her ministry as a School Sister of Notre Dame (SSND) living and working in other countries, including Honduras and Kenya. She recently returned to the U.S. after many years spent in Africa, where she resided at the SSND Formation House alongside new postulants. Embrace Advent »
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The 108-year legacy of Sister Mary Joseph Tsuzuki
December 4, 2024 – Sister Mary Joseph Tsuzuki was 108 years old when she passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, in Kyoto, Japan. This made her the oldest sister in the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) Central Pacific Province. Of her many years, she counted more than 70 of them as a SSND. Celebrate a Life »
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100 Candles - The Academy of Notre Dame Holds Centennial Celebration At St. Augustine of Canterbury
November 14, 2024 – Sister Nicolette Karcher gathered with her biological sisters to attend the centennial celebration of the Academy of Notre Dame at St. Augustine of Canterbury. Read More »
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