Rooted in Kentucky, Embracing the World

The embrace of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth will expand even further this year, as the Congregation has announced it will open a mission in Malindi, Kenya.

In December, SCN Leadership announced the historic decision to the Congregation, stating “It is with great joy and gratitude to God that we, the Executive Committee, announce that the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth will open a mission in Kenya, Africa in the Malindi Diocese at Marereni Village, which is an outstation of St. Paul’s Parish.” The new ministry is to begin by August 2020.

The possibility of opening a mission in Kenya was discussed at the 2018 SCN General Assembly and Sisters affirmed the decision. The final decision was made after exploratory trips to meet with community and church leaders. This was done to determine the unmet needs in the country and discern where God is calling the Sisters to serve. Kenya is located in East Africa.

The mission in Marereni Village will begin with four Sisters. The collaborative ministries will be education in the parish primary school, pastoral ministry in the parish and outstations, and social work.

The decision to go to Kenya is the result of a discernment process that began in 2017. Several Sisters have traveled to Kenya over the years. In September 2019, Sisters stayed in the area for an extended period of time. Those SCNs shared with the Congregation, that “the experience was very inspiring, enriching, and we were overwhelmed by the hospitality and welcoming spirit of the people of Kenya.”

The mission will further the commitment of the Congregation to “work for justice in solidarity with oppressed peoples, especially the economically poor and women …” (SCN Mission Statement)

Updates will be shared in future issues of The Journey.

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