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Congratulations to our Associates who are renewing their commitment to journey with the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. We are grateful for the many ways they live the mission of proclaiming the Reign of God through ministry of justice and reverence for all creation. On Saturday Oct. 7 the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill celebrated the feast […]
On September 16, 2023, East St. Louis residents, donors, staff of East Side Heart and Home Family Center (ESH&H Family Center), and Sparkill Dominican Sisters gathered on the front lawn of the new home of the Family Center. The weather was beautiful and all enjoyed meeting and socializing around the building. Father Jim Cormack, a […]
Thank You for Making Cycling for Peace 2023 a Great Success! Our annual event, Cycling for Peace, is held every September inviting cyclists, walkers, runners, virtually and at Rockland Lake State Park to participate and fundraise. Our Sisters in Siena Hall joined in the fun and raised money by having their “Walk and Wheel”. Although […]
Twenty-five Sparkill Dominican Sisters and Associates gathered at St. Catherine Laboure Church on August 6, 2023, to celebrate the Feast of St. Dominic, patron of the Order. The prayer service honored Dominic, a grace-filled preacher with readings from Henri Lacordaire, OP, and Paul’s letter to Timothy (2 Tim. 4:2) admonishing him to preach the truth […]
Dominican Sisters of Sparkill at St. Anthony’s Mass of Thanksgiving In many ways, it was a normal, end-of-school-year celebration, honoring teachers who were retiring after many years of dedicated service. But the celebration on June 3, 2023, at Saint Anthony Parish, Nanuet, NY, had a special significance. With the retirement of Sisters Dorothy Kelty and […]
On Friday, May 13, 2023, One to One Learning, Inc., a sponsored ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, celebrated its 26th year of founding at their Hands of Hope Gala. One to One Learning’s mission is to empower immigrants through English classes and supportive services. But the community does so much more. Volunteer teachers […]
On May 22, 2023, we returned to the New York Country Club in New Hempstead, NY, for our 26th Annual Golf Tournament. It was a memorable event with 110 attendees enjoying the breathtaking views of New York City whether on the course or sharing a cocktail on the patio. That evening, the golfers, their guests, […]
Dynamic Duo, Sister Marie Daugherty and Sister Lois Liekweg Jubilarians Shatter Previous Records May 7, 2023 was a magnificent day for the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill who celebrated the 147th anniversary of the Congregation’s founding (Foundation Day), and Diamond Jubilees for more than 95 Sisters. The Congregation commemorates Diamond Jubilee celebrations for Sisters celebrating 60, […]
On May 7, 2023 we were able to gather as a whole community to honor those celebrating 60, 65, 70, 75, 85 and 90 years of religious life as Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. Also included in this year are our Diamond Jubilarians from 2020-2022 who were not previously able to celebrate due to Covid. Please […]
Paul Galan came to speak at Dominican Convent, Sparkill, New York, as part of the JCC Rockland 2023 Film Festival that featured his experiences as a young Jewish boy during the Holocaust. The one-hour film titled, “Boy on the Run: An Extraordinary Journey of Survival,” was followed by a discussion with Mr. Galan. A native […]