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 in Hopeful Expectation

Today, we mark the beginning of the liturgical year once again. Once again, we enter into the mystery of God’s coming into our world. Advent is a season of expectant waiting, a season of longing. In the first reading from Jeremiah, we are reminded that God’s coming is near. This is not a cause for […]

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Advent Vespers

Prepare for Christmas; pray with us!  Join the Dominican Sisters and Associates as we embark on this contemplative experience to...
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Sister Anna Bashir’s YES

On November 16, 2024, the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill celebrated Sister Anna Bashir's Perpetual Profession (Final Vows) in St. Dominic's...
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Ribbons of Remembrance

November 1, 2024 - Dominican Convent, Sparkill, NY Once a year, a quiet, harrowing ceremony takes place in Rockland. The...
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Associates’ Commitment Ceremony

At the Mass on Saturday, October 19, the Dominican Sisters and Associates of Sparkill joyfully welcomed new Associates Margaret Carney...

What We Care About

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A Journey to Freedom

Afghan refugees, gathered in San Antonio, have come here with little more than the shirts on their backs. Most have...
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Your Prayers Heard and Answered…

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

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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Sparkill Sisters in St. Louis

There but for the grace of God…

Social Justice Ministry has been active in my home Archdiocese of St. Louis for my entire life. As I look...
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