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
Living with the Heart of Christ
Jesus Forgives Peter On this feast day of the Sacred Heart, I invite you to listen to the advice of the great St. Ignatius Loyola, who encouraged his followers to frequently use their imaginations during prayer and to place themselves in the time of Jesus, using their sight, hearing, and all their physical senses. Today, […]
News & Events
In the Spirit of Laudato Si’
Wildflower Garden Project The Sparkill Associates are pleased to announce that the Wildflower Garden Project is making significant progress. A designated area of soil beside the chapel has been cleared and planted with a variety of perennial pollinators and wildflowers. There are even small “pollinator watering stations” to help hydrate our little visitors on hot […]
LCWR Declaration of Commitment
LCWR has prepared a Declaration of Commitment, building upon its longstanding public witness and advocacy and reflecting the themes articulated in its “Response to These Times.” Our Leadership Team has signed the Declaration of Commitment, which will be delivered to members of Congress today, June 25. We invite you to read both the Declaration of […]
2026 Cycle for Peace
We look forward to cycling or walking with you on the beautiful grounds of St. Thomas Aquinas College and Dominican Convent in Sparkill, NY, on September 19, 2026. Visit our link on the Event page to register.
Let US Grow Kindness: 250 Acts of Kindness
In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence Throughout this year the United States will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. In commemorating this year, we would like to emphasize that our strength as a nation lies in how we live in relationship with one another and the […]
What We Care About
Living Our Mission
See how we make a difference.
We are part of a worldwide Dominican Family established by Saint Dominic in the 13th Century.
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.
