Dominican Sisters of Sparkill

The Dominican Sisters of Sparkill live their mission as joyful women of prayer and compassion who proclaim the Reign of God through ministry for justice and reverence for all creation.

Reflections – Contemplatio

Statue of Saint Dominic by Sister Rose Marie Morris, OP

Feast of St. Dominic, 2025

August 12, 2025

“How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of those who bring Glad Tidings: What a perfect quote to describe St. Dominic. As a young woman looking to enter this Congregation, I was clueless about St. Dominic. Other than the fact that he was the founder of the Order, I knew nothing about him. During […]

Dominican Sisters Association Established

August 11, 2025

This information was originally disseminated on August 8th. August 8, 2025, is especially meaningful for us, for today we gather...

Cycle for Peace

August 10, 2025

We look forward to cycling or walking with you on the beautiful grounds of St. Thomas Aquinas College and Dominican...

Sparks of Light Gala 2025

August 8, 2025

Sparks of Light for 2025 is honoring the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill as they celebrate their 150th anniversary. Please join...

LCWR 100 Days of Prayer, Fasting and Advocacy

Dominican Sisters of Sparkill Join LCWR’s 100-Day Call

August 6, 2025

Dominican Sisters of Sparkill Join LCWR's "100 Days of Prayer, Fasting, and Advocacy" with a Special Observance on the Feast...

What We Care About

A Journey to Freedom

February 23, 2022

Afghan refugees, gathered in San Antonio, have come here with little more than the shirts on their backs. Most have...

Your Prayers Heard and Answered…

February 23, 2022

The call came in a letter from LCWR (The Leadership Conference of Women Religious) looking for more volunteers to help...

Widening the Pegs of My Tent

February 23, 2022

My experience of volunteering with Catholic Charities of San Antonio was truly one of "widening the pegs of my tent."...

Living Our Mission

See how we make a difference.

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We are part of a worldwide Dominican Family established by Saint Dominic in the 13th Century.

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We recognize the connection between the cry of the poor and the cry of the planet. We work to make a difference by promoting gospel justice, defending human rights, and protecting and caring for the planet.

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