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Sr. Lois Liekweg

A Dominican Life – 100 Years in the Making

July 9, 2021

Upon first glance, Sr. Lois Liekweg might seem a quiet, unassuming woman. But as soon as you get her talking, she radiates with vibrance and a keen intellect. She values intelligence- both the importance of an educated mind, and the blessing of having helped so many students build knowledge and confidence within themselves during her […]

Sr. Marie Peter Buckley posing

Sisters In The News

July 9, 2021

We are proud to acknowledge several Sisters who were recently honored and/or featured in the news: Sr. June Clare Tracy received the Lighting the Fire of Catholic Education Award for her outstanding commitment to Catholic Education in the Archdiocese of New York. During a ceremony the Superintendent of NY Archdiocesan Schools, Dr. McNiff, gave the […]

Associate Anne Donoghue and friends

Associate Anne Donoghue renews commitment to Congregation

July 9, 2021

Sparkill Associate Anne Donoghue renewed her commitment as an Associate of the Congregation on June 15, 2015. A wonderful luncheon followed which was prepared by Anne’s daughters. We congratulate you, Anne, and are grateful to have you as part of our community!

Pope Francis' visit to the U.S.

President, Sr. Mary Murray, Reflects on Pope Francis’ Visit to the United States and His Messages For All

July 9, 2021

There are moments in our lives when the impact of one person has the potential to change our lives forever. Such a moment may well be the visit of Pope Francis to the United States. His message of respect, reconciliation, forgiveness and dialogue with those of different ideologies, perspectives, positions and spiritual traditions to work […]

Students from Sisters' high schools

2015 Dominican High School Preaching Conference

July 9, 2021

The Dominican Sisters of Sparkill were thrilled to have students from their two sponsored high schools attend the 2015 Dominican High Schools Preaching Conference in Adrian, MI earlier this summer. Four juniors from Albertus Magnus High School, Bardonia, NY, accompanied by their Campus Minister Sr. Nancy Richter, and 2 juniors from Aquinas High School, Bronx, […]

One to One Learning's 2015 Hands of Hope Gala in Rivertown Magazine

Coverage of One to One Learning’s 2015 Hands of Hope Gala in Rivertown Magazine

July 9, 2021

Coverage of One to One Learning’s 2015 Hands of Hope Gala in Rivertown Magazine. Read more

Days for Girls service project

Volunteers join Dominican Sisters in service project for women in need

July 9, 2021

On Tuesday evening, October 20, 2015, the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill hosted a unique volunteer event at Dominican Convent in Sparkill, NY. A group of women and girls — including Associate members, staff and friends of the Sisters, as well as 15 students from Albertus Magnus High School (one of the Sisters’ sponsored schools) — […]

Sister Margaret Mary O’Doherty spotlighted

Sister Margaret Mary O’Doherty was spotlighted in Catholic Extension Magazine’s Fall 2015 issue for her work with children from broken families on the Chippewa-Cree Native American reservation in Box Elder, Montana

July 9, 2021

Sister Margaret Mary O’Doherty was spotlighted in Catholic Extension Magazine’s Fall 2015 issue for her work with children from broken families on the Chippewa-Cree Native American reservation in Box Elder, Montana. Read the full story here.

Sister Margaret Palliser's reflection

Sister Margaret Palliser’s reflection on the Dominican spirituality of aging featured in NRRO’s Winter newsletter, “Engaging Aging.”

July 9, 2021

Sister Margaret Palliser’s reflection on the Dominican spirituality of aging featured in NRRO’s Winter newsletter, “Engaging Aging.” Read more

Sister Nancy Richter being honored

Sister Nancy Richter honored at Albertus Magnus High School’s annual Concert for Life event

July 9, 2021

Sister Nancy Richter honored at Albertus Magnus High School’s annual Concert for Life event. Read more

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