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.

For further study on Immigration, we invite you to explore the following resources:
- NPR Top 10 Immigration Myths and Facts
- Catholic Church and Immigration
- School Sisters of Notre Dame, Called to Action Podcast - Myths About Immigrants with Sister Christine Garcia
- ADL presents 8 Facts About Immigrants (In English and Español):
- Carnegie Corporation of New York, 15 Myths about Immigration
- Princeton Economics, 5 Myths About U.S. Immigration and the American Dream
Dominican Sisterhood in Action
“Do not neglect hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.” --Hebrews 13:2
Since February 22, 2022, widespread, unprovoked military attacks by Russia on the people of Ukraine have left homes destroyed, families separated, and communities ruined causing more than 6.3 million Ukrainians to be displaced--Europe’s largest refugee crisis wince WWII. One cannot help but wonder how to help. After considerable prayer and discernment, Sparkill Dominican Sisters Valorie Lordi and Bernadette Nonnon reached out to Sister Margaret Mayce, (International Coordinator of Dominican Sisters international Confederation) who contacted the Dominican Sisters of Blessed Imelda of Slovakia, who are near the border of Ukraine.
In the Dominican tradition of visitation that harkens back to Mary visiting her cousin Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56), Sisters Valorie and Bernadette went in June to spend ten days with the Dominican congregation in Kosice, Slovakia and Mukachevo, Ukraine. During this time, the Sisters were able to spend time in prayer, provide service to refugees and share stories of faith together. It was an enriching experience for all and was an experience of profound connection and presence with the larger Dominican family. Both Sisters Bernadette and Valorie were deeply moved by the courage and faithfulness of the Sisters and the Ukrainian women and children they met. (Read their reflections on our Blog. . .click on link)
Below are some of the stories from the visit:
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Cycling for Peace
Pull out your bicycle, get on your peloton or stationary bike, and ride to change the world. This virtual event supports the Sisters’ work to bring peace through their ministries. Join the Sisters at Rockland Lake on September 9, 2023! Ride with us to change the world through peacebuilding.
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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.