Join us as we celebrate 150 Years of Service!

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

Celebrating a Living Legacy

Today’s readings speak with remarkable clarity to this occasion – one hundred and fifty years of Sparkill Dominican ministry and the joyful celebration of 32 women whose vowed lives have become living chapters in that story. We read in Acts that the early Church is facing a crisis: the needs of the community of believers […]

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Do Something Fantastic – Cut the Plastic

Let’s carry the lessons and commitment of Plastic Free July forward by finding simple, meaningful ways to reduce our global plastic footprint.

All of Earth’s creatures—including us—are affected by plastic pollution. Every choice to refuse, reduce, reuse, and rethink our use of plastic is a step toward a healthier planet and a more sustainable future.

Wildflower Garden - Pollinator Watering Station

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 Committment

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 […]

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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.

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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