The Journey 2010 Volume I

The JOURNEY

THE LOVE OF CHRIST IMPELS US

Vol. I 2010

MOVING MOUNTAINS in Nepal | pg. 9

A publication of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: 3 Art with Heart: Students Use Creativity to Change Lives in Botswana 4 Las Flores Park Gets a New Start 5 A Home of Her Own 6 Prayers for the People of Haiti 7 To Remember is to Live COVER STORY: 9 Moving Mountains in Nepal 11 First Indian SCNs Celebrate Milestone 13 Sister Reaches out to Vincentian Home Residents 14 SCNs Celebrate Sister Visitor Center Anniversary 15 Women & Spirit 16 Highlights

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Vincentian Academy Looks Toward the Future Vincentian Academy is looking toward the future as the Senior class of 2010 prepares to graduate, the 78th class to graduate since the school’s founding in 1932. Located on the beautiful 67- acre campus in McCandless Township just north of Pittsburgh, Pa., the Academy offers a learning environment that has received international acclaim.

Graduates can be found around the world in leadership roles.

The school, rooted in the values of Catholic faith, places an emphasis on excellence and service and has a very gifted and committed staff. Among those teaching in the classroom are members of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Congregation (formerly Vincentian Sisters of Charity).

The Sisters are very much a presence throughout the Academy and on the rolling campus. Camille Panich, SCN, is principal, Tonya Severin, SCN, teaches biology, Antoinette Kostelnik, SCN, is an instructor in religion, and Raynita Kristofco, SCN, works in administration.

and work ethic. Service and concern for others — values that are mainstays of the Vincentian Academy culture — also form an important foundation for building character. Vincentian students volunteer over 5,800 hours of service annually.

With a desire to continue its rich history and sterling reputation, the Academy has stood strong for nearly eight decades thanks to the willingness of its founders to allow the Academy to evolve and change in order to respond to the needs of the times.

Vincentian High School was founded by the Vincentian Sisters of Charity in 1932 as, “A private, independent, Catholic boarding school for girls.” In the 1960s, the suburbs began to engulf the land surrounding the grounds and for a time the school continued to grow. In the early 1970s, the Sisters closed the boarding facility and began admitting boys to the school. The high school began to face the same daunting problem that surfaced with other Catholic schools of that era, most notably the decline of young women entering religious life. This meant there was no longer an abundant work force that taught for low wages. Each year more “lay” teachers were hired to replace retiring Sisters, and with this reality came the necessity to increase

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ON THE COVER: In the shadow of the magnificent Himalayas, SCNs are reaching out to those who are impoverished and in need in Nepal. Ministries include education, empowerment programs, programs for the mentally and physically challenged, and health care clinics.

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Tonya Severin, SCN, teaches students at Vincentian Academy. She loves getting students excited about biology.

In addition to offering an outstanding International Baccalaureate Degree Program, Vincentian Academy provides an educational experience that focuses on character development including the importance of long-term goal-making and the development of one’s values

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tuition. Another hurdle, competition from public high schools in the area that were thriving, offering a variety of programs, and new facilities.

In 1993, the Sisters undertook a systematic study to explore the viability of continuing

www.SCNFamily.org the high school. It was during this period that Duquesne University and the Vincentian Sisters began discussions regarding opportunities for collaboration. The Vincentian Sisters of Charity entered into a 5-year partnership with Duquesne University in 1995 for administrative support services. Early in the partnership, the Duquesne faculty advised on the development of the International Baccalaureate Degree Program (IB) as its core curriculum. The partnership agreement was renewed in 2001 for a 10-year period.

The fifteen year partnership with the goals of further strengthening and growing the school, has been deemed a success, and is now coming to an end. Recently officials announced that the Vincentian Academy-Duquesne University Partnership would conclude at the end of the school year. Effective July 1, 2010, Vincentian Academy will resume full responsibility for its operations.

now looking toward the future. “Duquesne has helped strengthen the Academy and position it for long-term success,” says Sister Camille. “Our enrollment increased 52 percent this year, our International Baccalaureate exam results exceed national and international averages, and our students continue to maintain a 100 percent college acceptance rate.”

So as the 2009–2010 school year comes to an end, the Academy now gears up to welcome a new class of freshman. Parents and students are invited to learn more about the top-notch facility and its founders, the Sisters, women who have educated countless children and cared for thousands of families throughout the area.

For more information go to: www.duq.edu/vincentian

Although Vincentian Academy will no longer receive the administrative oversight provided in the current partnership, Duquesne University will work with the school to continue other benefits to the students. “Vincentian Academy will continue to have a strong relationship with Duquesne to foster the IB program and academic excellence that has been achieved during the current partnership,” says Sister Camille.

With gratitude that the purpose of the partnership has been achieved, the Sisters are

Antoinette Kostelnik, SCN, engages students in her religious studies class. She is one of three SCNs teaching at Vincentian Academy.

Presentation Academy A new chapter in the history of arts programs and athletic teams at Presentation Academy has begun. A 10,000 square feet, state-of-the-art, and architecturally heralded Arts & Athletic Center at the corner of Fourth and Breckinridge, in Louisville, Ky., is now open.

Marking the first major construction at Presentation since 1948, the new structure features a 700 seat gymnasium, an athletic conditioning area, a theater that seats 300, studio space for the dance and visual arts programs, and offices for the athletic, art and physical education/health departments.

The center, which opened in September of 2009, replaces the original Presentation gym built in 1938. The playing court in the new athletic center is named in honor of Ms. Vivian Dunlevy, who passed away in April of last year. She was the esteemed coach and physical education instructor at Presentation for 39 years.

The facility was designed to be a versatile space. Chairs can be set for theater-in-the-round or an open stage. Function and flexibility are the key attributes at this welcomed and refreshing new building in the historic downtown neighborhood.

Presentation President Chris Beckett, SCN, says that public response to the building’s design and offerings has been enthusiastic. “The academic building has withstood many a moment in Louisville,” says Sister Chris. “The new building makes her look even more grand.”

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Art with Heart Students Use Creativity to Change Lives in Botswana Students in one Kentucky town are changing the lives of children on the other side of the world.

Thanks to the efforts of students and staff at St. Aloysius School in Peewee Valley, Ky., two children will receive an education in Botswana, Africa. The donations were raised at the annual Christmas concert and art show. The evening offered an opportunity for students and family members to gather and celebrate the Christmas season in a very special way. In addition to the beauty of the music and artwork on display, LEFT TO RIGHT — Susan Beer, music teacher; Maryann Hayslip, principal; Theresa participants chose to connect with the children Beaumont, SCNA, art teacher. Maryann has been very supportive of this effort and in Botswana through donations collected that Susan has been gracious to include an art show with the Christmas concert at St. evening. For the past three years, St. Aloysius Aloysius.

School has supported ministries of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. This year, as last year, their financial support will help needy students at the Boiteko Daycare Center.

Theresa Beaumont, an art teacher at the school, helped to make the connection with Nazareth. Theresa is an SCN Associate, and she became friends with Tootsie Gish, also an SCN Associate, and director of the Boiteko Daycare Center. Wanting to inspire her students to reach out to students in Botswana, Theresa shared the story of the five loaves and two fishes with her class. “It seemed to me that a modern parallel would be how far our small change and small dollar bills can go in countries where a very little goes a very long way. … In some sense, it is the miracles of the fishes and loaves. We just have to give.”

Theresa believes that this event touches on innate gifts of children — the gift of music and art, and the gift of goodness and generosity. “Our work as teachers is to sustain and to encourage and to appreciate this as children here, who are comparatively wealthy in a very material world, struggle with these values.”

SCN Director of Development, Leslie Wilson, attended the event.

She shared briefly about the work of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and pointed out that proceeds from the donations will support the annual tuition for two students for an entire year at the daycare center. “So many schools have been generous in offering support to SCN ministries,” remarks Leslie. “This is a tremendous way for students to feel connected with children who live in dramatically different circumstances. It’s a true lesson for life.”

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Schools Supporting SCN Missions 9/1/08 - 8/31/09 KENTUCKY Holy Family School (Louisville) Saints Peter and Paul School (Lexington) St. Aloysius School (Pewee Valley) St. Augustine School (Lebanon) MARYLAND Father Andrew White SJ School (Leonardtown) Mother Catherine Spalding School (Helen) MASSACHUSETTS Archbishop Williams High School (Braintree) Maquan School (Hansan) St. Ann School (Quincy) MISSOURI St. Joseph School (Salisbury) SOUTH CAROLINA Summerville Catholic School (Summerville) TENNESSEE Holy Rosary School (Memphis) St. John School (Memphis)

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Las Flores Park Gets a New Start A run-down and ramshackle playground is being transformed thanks to the hard work of the youth of Las Flores, Belize. Heading up the project, Carlette Gentle, SCN, a young Belizean Sister who has changed a lot of lives in just a handful of years. Sister Carlette works with the youth group called “SALT” which stands for “Sharing and Learning Together.” One of Sister Carlette’s hopes is to instill the youth with a sense of civic responsibility. The children have overwhelmed her with their response and enthusiasm as evidenced by their latest project — the renovation of the park in their village.

The youth of “SALT” have grand plans for the future but they know it will be a long haul before they are finished. They plan to do some landscaping and also hope to build a stage so that the park can be used for variety shows and performances. Eventually, they will add benches and picnic tables. All of this is made possible in large part through a grant from Catholic Health Initiatives in support of building healthy communities.

Sister Carlette acknowledges, “We still have a long way to go, but little by little we are getting there.” Already, their hard work provides families in the village with a safe place to relax together.

“The park came about from the youth group wanting to give back something to the village,” explains Sister Carlette. The park has been neglected and had become a hang out for those drinking alcohol.

After receiving permission from the city council in Belmopan to renovate the park, Sister Carlette and the youth quickly went to work. They started by spending an entire day chopping weeds with a machete because the park was so overgrown. Despite countless blisters, the group then began to construct equipment where children could play.

To date, with the help of adults in the village, group members have put up a monkey bar, two seesaws and a small play house with two slides. Sister Carlette says the youth were so excited when they saw the slide going up, they began playing on it before it was completed. Sister Carlette was touched when one little girl ran up to her to say, “because of you we have a park.”

Carlette Gentle, SCN, center, pictured in this 2009 preschool graduation photo, works with children of all ages in Las Flores. Most recently she worked with the youth group known as “SALT (Sharing and Learning Together)” to transform a ramshackle and run-down park into a safe place for kids to play.

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A Home of Her Own Elizabeth and her two children now have a home of their own thanks to the work of SCN volunteers who recently travelled to Belize. The 10 volunteers, led by Luke Boiarski, SCN, spent eight days in Belize City building a house for the family of three. Each day family members would come to the work site, and each day says Sister Luke, they became more and more involved with working alongside the volunteers to build the house. With a laugh she adds, even the family’s pet, which at first was wary of the strangers, warmed up to the volunteers as the days passed. Sister Luke says it’s as if the pet knew something good was happening for its family.

And as the home neared completion, Elizabeth was so excited, she worked around the clock to get the trim painted before the house was blessed. The family was presented with house warming gifts and a key to the home at the blessing.

The volunteers, participants in the SCN Lay Mission program, were in Belize from Jan. 25 through Feb. 2.

This the one of many houses built by participants in this program, a partnership with Hand and Hand Ministries to provide shelter for the poorest of the poor in Belize.

When talking about the families who now have homes thanks to the groups’ efforts, Sister Luke reflects, “What impresses me the most is how these people survive in desperate situations in the poorest areas of Belize.”

One of the more touching moments during the trip, was when volunteers Father Jim Graf and J.C. Detheridge reunited with the owner of a home they built last year in Belize. The homeowner, Sandra, started crying when she saw Father Jim and J.C. “It’s about building relationships not just building a home,” emphasizes Sister Luke.

Just a few short days later, another group of volunteers travelled to Belize, this time to Las Flores, where they helped build a home for a family of eight. Volunteers also made repairs to another facility and tutored students in the local school. The 13 volunteers were in Las Flores Feb. 8 through Feb. 15. There will be more on this touching experience in a future issue of The Journey.

If you would like information about volunteering with the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, call (502) 348-1581, e-mail lukescn@scnazarethky.org, or visit www.scnfamily.org.

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leanor Martin, SCN, was inducted into the Archbishop Williams High School (AWHS) First Annual Hall of Fame in October 2009.

A native of Boston, Mass., and a 1963 AWHS graduate, Sister Eleanor received her degree in Social Work from Spalding University in Louisville, Ky., and went on to graduate from Boston Law School. She was the first SCN to become an attorney. Sister Eleanor has served in many roles such as providing legal assistance to the poor in Massachusetts and Kentucky and as an attorney at Boston’s Irish Immigration Center, established in 1989, and today serving immigrants from more than 100 nations. She is also among the SCNs reaching out to help Haitians following the tragic earthquakes. Sister Eleanor will be featured in a future Journey article.

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Prayers for the People of Haiti Along with the rest of the world, SCN family members watched accounts of the devastation following the January earthquakes in Haiti with great concern.

SCNs quickly went into action to raise funds and offer prayers for the people of Haiti.

At the Motherhouse in Nazareth, Ky., Sisters watched in sadness and disbelief at the destruction and desperation in Haiti.

After seeing the images on the news and reading the stories, Pat Worley, SCN, says she had to help. “To see the absolute deplorable situations, human beings under rubble and crying children, all the things that pull on your heartstrings. The images were more than I could take.”

The leadership of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth decided to send a donation to help with direct relief efforts. Sister Pat joined with Sarah Ferriell, SCN, and a few others who also live at the Motherhouse to collect funds to add to this amount. They passed out envelopes to friends, family and also placed some in church for the Sunday Mass.

The Sisters collected over $11,000 for the relief effort.

Pam Lawson, SCNA, has traveled to Haiti each year since 2000 with a Parish Twinning program through St. Jude Parish in Chattanooga, Tenn. Following the earthquake, Pam, a nurse, traveled to Haiti to join a 25 person medical team through Catholic Relief Services from Feb. 6-17. The sole purpose was to provide relief for a medical team in Carrefour, Haiti — approximately 30 minutes south of Port au Prince.

“Our medical tent primarily was doing IV therapy, IV antibiotics for new amputees from the earthquake. Since we had generators we worked 12–16 hours every day,” Pam reports. Most of the patients were children since half of the population of Haiti is under the age of 20. “Every day as I worked, I looked into the eyes of these people and saw a mixture of sadness and hope — but at the end of the day it seemed like hope always prevailed over the sadness.”

SCN Associate Pam Lawson travelled to Haiti to work with earthquake victims. She was part of a medical team working with Catholic Relief Services.

“We were there on Feb 12th — the national day of mourning and most of the Haitians were singing, praying and dancing, thanking God for being alive. I’ve seen their spirit time and time again, but this was by far the most awesome experience I have had with them. They turned the national day of mourning into a national day of prayer and thanksgiving.”

Pam was especially relieved to connect with a young woman she’s known since 2000, Rose Claire. Rose Claire was born with “bad feet” and could not walk her entire life. Before Rose Claire could have surgery last year, money had to be raised for her prosthesis and six months of rehab. Pam’s daughter, Anna raised $2,000 from a sweet 16 birthday party dance so Rose Claire could have her surgery, prosthesis and rehab. Rose Claire survived the earthquake, says Pam. “The entire rehab building in Carrefour was flattened, but these new amputees with their new prosthesis got out and lived on the streets until they got help.”

“I have always deeply believed that every trip I make there, I am carrying the mission and spirit of Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac, Mother Catherine, and every SCN and Associate that I have heard about or met.”

Rose Claire was born with “bad feet” and could not walk. Recently Pam Lawson’s daughter raised money for surgery and prosthesis.

Rose survived the earthquake.

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To Remember is to Live

Though she died 25 years ago, Carol Anne Messina, SCN, remains very much a presence in the hearts and minds of those she worked alongside. “Recorder es vivir — to remember is to live,” Maria Montez, a farm worker, noted at the time of Carol Anne’s death. More than two decades after her death, Sister’s legacy is very much alive as evidenced recently when the low income housing development, Casa Messina, was named in her honor.

Speaking at the recent dedication in Edcouch, Texas, Juanita Valdez-Cox, Executive Director of La Union del Pueblo Entero (LUPE), fondly recalled Sister Carol Anne, and her tireless efforts in low income communities. Upon their first meeting, ValdezCox couldn’t believe Sister Carol Anne was a nun saying she didn’t know a nun would be leading picket lines and lobbying the legislature. Her eyes were soon open once she saw Sister Carol Anne in action,“No matter how tough the assignment, she always got the job done, often with a smile, a joke, and a hug.” “And with chocolate and music,” adds Tess Browne, SCN, a close friend and confidant who worked alongside Sister Carol Anne lobbying Texas lawmakers on behalf of farm workers in the 1980s.

Sister Carol Anne worked endlessly for the passage of the workers compensation bill, unemployment insurance and the abolition of the use of the short-handled hoe. Sisters Carol Anne and Tess successfully lobbied for legislation to abolish the 24-inch long farming tool which required workers to stoop for numerous hours, causing severe back problems and arthritis.

In 1989, Maria Vincent Brocato, SCN, gave a moving reflection on the life and work of Sister Carol Anne, “So many of us knew Carol Anne Messina — and we have no doubt that she belongs in a SCN study of pioneering and risk taking … From South Plainfield, New Jersey to the migrant fields of South Texas, Carol Anne Messina’s life made a statement — and God’s people have benefited from that gift of her courage.”

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In 1990 on the fifth anniversary of Sister Carol Anne’s death, Valdez-Cox wrote that Sister Carol Anne was deeply missed but that even in her death, her presence could be felt. “Sister Carol Anne may be gone, but her work remains as a living memorial to her persistence. When workers remember that the growers cannot force them to use a short-handled hoe, Hermana Carolina is in their hearts. When an injured farm worker collects Workers Compensation benefits for an accident in the fields, Hermana Carolina is remembered with great appreciation. And when growers are fined for not providing toilets and sanitation facilities to field workers, one can feel her genuine sadness at having to go to such extremes to acquire even the most basic human dignities.”

“Carol Anne Messina’s life made a statement — and God’s people have benefitted from that gift of her courage.”

SCN Associates Elizabeth and Felix Garza worked closely with Sister Carol Anne in the 1980s. Felix, who currently serves as the President of the National Farm Worker Ministry

(NFWM) Board, is quick to point out the lasting impact of Sister Carol Anne’s work and how members of the SCN family continue to follow in her footsteps.

Passionate about social work from a very young age, Sister Carol Anne committed herself to reaching out to the poor and needy.

She always wanted to be among the people and carried out ministries in a variety of settings from the rural areas of Bardstown, Ky., to positions at St. Joseph Infirmary, Our Lady of Peace Hospital, St. Benedict Learning Center, the Health and Welfare Council of Louisville, and the Family and Children’s Service in Roanoke, Va. In 1974, Sister Carol Anne became a member of the Pastoral team at Our Lady of Guadalupe parish in Raymondsville, Texas. Five years later, she became part of the National Farm Workers Ministry and joined the United Farm Workers (UFW) in Texas to help the organization become a viable political force. As Sister Maria recalls, it was in this role that Sister Carol Anne showed herself to be a true pioneer and risk-taker becoming a challenger to local and State lawmakers, on behalf of “her” Hispanic people. “She seemed fearless on their behalf, surely the active, decisive stance of a pioneer woman,” adds Sister Maria.

and students at the University of Texas-Austin. Her presence and work were so respected that when Sister Carol Anne and a former Governor of Texas died the same day in 1985, the Texas Senate was adjourned in their honor. And just days later on January 17, lawmakers passed a resolution honoring “Sister Carol Anne’s devotion to the struggle for the downtrodden farmworkers of the Valley.”

“She seemed fearless on their behalf, surely the active, decisive stance of a pioneer woman.”

So it is fitting that Casa Messina has been named in honor of Sister Carol Anne. The new facility includes 76 units of multi-bedroom apartments along with a community center, two playgrounds, pool, and laundry facilities. The National Farm Workers Service Center (NFWSC) commissioned Casa Messina through funding help from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs as well as the Hidalgo County Urban County program.

The grand opening ceremony was held in October 2009.

Vice-Provincial Brenda Gonzales, SCN, often thinks of Sister Carol Anne, “She was a tough talking Italian from New Jersey, but with a soft heart.” Sister Brenda says she was inspired by Sister Carol Anne’s tenacity and sense of justice. Sister Tess says Sister Carol Anne also inspired many of the state’s legislators

Dozens of people wrote letters, articles, and tributes following Sister Carol Anne’s death, including touching words from Marie Sweeney, a former SCN. “Those of you who knew her, realized that Carol Anne was quite colorful by nature. Her sense of humor, her frequent and spontaneous tears, and her ability to embellish a routine occurrence into a memorable event resulted in as many troubles as rewards for her. … For as many people that came as friends to her funeral, there are probably just as many people that felt relieved at her absence. For them she became the adversary because she lived on the frontier of justice that I believe Catherine Spalding would have eagerly embraced. … She seemed so versatile, so resilient, so untiring.

And yet, it was she who was called to an early death.”

Sister Carol Anne died when she was just 47.

For the last 25 years, Valdez-Cox has spoken with great passion about Sister Carol Anne, last October she once again emphasized the impact of this amazing woman and how she deserves to be recognized for the positive change she made for farmworkers.

“She was a truly faithful follower of the teachings of the Holy Scripture,” says Valdez-Cox , “whose actions spoke louder than her words.”

To view a video clip of the dedication of Casa Messina go to: www. scnfamily.org/casa.

SCNs continue to work for justice and the rights of all throughout the world. To be part of these efforts that are in line with Sister Carol Anne’s legacy, use the enclosed envelope and designate the area that you would like to support.

SCNs Carol Anne (left) and Tess Browne (right) worked directly with Caesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers. Sister Tess says Sister Carol Ann was one major reason for her wanting to become an SCN.

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Moving Mountains in Nepal It had been ten years since her last visit, and Mary Elizabeth Miller, SCN, was looking forward to seeing how the ministries in Nepal were growing.

Landing in Kathmandu in February 2009, while transportation workers in the city were striking, the first few hours got off to an adventurous start as she found herself travelling by rickshaw in order to make her way to SCN ministries.

As she visited SCNs across the country, she was struck by one thought over and over, “Mother Catherine would be smiling at your work. She would be so proud. SCNs are truly reaching out to people in need, empowering women, helping the poor, teaching the children …”

While in Kathmandu, Sister Mary Elizabeth visited the Navjyoti Centre. “To see the smiles and accomplishments of many of the disabled students and clients is truly inspiring,” says Sister Mary Elizabeth.

have confidence, and are willing to stand up for themselves, and advocate for others. In empowerment programs, women also learn a trade, basic English and writing, hygiene, first aid, and other life skills. They are asked to return to their villages and empower others.

As Sister Mary Elizabeth travelled from ministry to ministry, she says she couldn’t help but be in awe of the Sisters working tirelessly to educate children and parents, care for the disabled, and those providing much needed health care. Upon visiting a SCN mobile medical clinic, she spoke to one woman who walked seven hours to receive care. The woman was one of more than 240 patients waiting to see a doctor that day. Most had travelled great distances and were willing to stand patiently in long lines. All were grateful to receive medical care. No matter what ministry or areas Sister Mary Elizabeth visited, she said she was constantly struck that the “people were so happy to see us, so excited and pleased we were coming to the village.”

Also visiting Nepal in 2009 was Bridget Kappalumakal, SCN, who found herself arriving in Kathmandu during a strike. That meant nothing on wheels would move- not even a bicycle, says Sister Bridget, nothing except the “two legs.” Sister Bridget recounts, “I did not know what I was going to do but then a boy appeared with a placard with my name on it and said the Sisters sent him to meet me … I asked him, ‘how we were going to go’ and he said casually, ‘walking …’ We saw no cars, motorcycles, rickshaws or bicycles along the way … The boy walked ahead of us pulling the bag through the ups and downs of the road, mud, rock, water and everything else and finally, we reached home at the end of about 2 ½ hours.”

In Surkhet, Sister Mary Elizabeth witnessed the success of a women’s empowerment group.

Coordinators reach out to women in remote villages and work to instill in them a sense of confidence and self respect. One of the women in the program shared, “we used to be fighting each other, now we work together.” And how they have worked together to clean up the village, learn skills, and to protect one another when family members become violent. Sister Mary Elizabeth says the women in the village are so proud of all they have accomplished, that they designed matching pink and black saris. Now when the women are seen together, they command respect. It’s as if others in the village “sit up straight, take notice,” says Sister Mary Elizabeth.

The need to empower women and children is great.

Describing how women in one village were so shy and lacked confidence says Sister Mary Elizabeth, they would sometimes cry when addressed or even asked their names. These same women now

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Cecilia Simick, SCN, runs a mobile health care clinic in Nepal. Sister Cecilia and her team are much loved for the care and concern they show to the Nepalese people.

Patients will walk many miles and will wait in long lines to receive medical care.

There are few health care options in many of the villages.

Sister Bridget welcomed the strike as an opportunity that allowed her to experience the unpredictability of events that the people of Nepal and the Sisters must embrace. “One has to learn to take things as they come and make the needed adjustments,” shares Sister Bridget.

2-hour walk, mostly uphill. After walking some distance, the Sisters stopped briefly for a break and a cup of tea. Women dressed in pink and black saris came along who had heard about the roadblock.

“They told us they will go and bring the vehicle … and bring they did,” says Sister Bridget. “About 15 of them marched down the hill … and came back with the vehicle.

What we were not able to do they did with group bargaining power.

These same women, some years ago, could not even stand up and say even one word in the class let alone in front of others, have now been transformed into powerful forces in the society, able to demand their rights.”

Bridget Kappalumakal, SCN, found herself relying on the kindness of a local shopkeeper, who offered to give her a ride upon her arrival in Dharan, Nepal in the middle of a strike. All forms of transportation had been shut down, so Sister Bridget, ever the adventurer, held on to her luggage, and made her way to the ministry sites there.

Sister Bridget’s visit in June to Kathmandu was just one week after the church bombing at Assumption Catholic Church that killed three people and injured more than a dozen. SCNs, stunned and saddened by the attack, knew some of the victims. The shock was still very fresh in everyone’s mind says Sister Bridget. The day after she reached Kathmandu, another victim, who had suffered burns, died. Sister Bridget went to the victims’ funeral. “I had the opportunity to be present for her funeral in the same church which was bombed a week earlier … It was a very moving and heart wrenching experience as the father of the little girl and his other two younger children were holding on to each other and sobbing.

They were inconsolable and all in the church were in tears. The effects of the bombing were still seen on the high ceiling of the church where the bomb blasted and went up.”

From Kathmandu, Sister Bridget made her first visit to Surkhet to visit a women’s center, school, and the convent. “Surkhet is a beautiful place and Sister Rosita Kavilpurayidathil, our pioneer woman there, has done wonders with the people especially women and children.”

Sister Bridget witnessed firsthand what she describes as the “empowered women of Sister Rosita.” It happened on World Environment Day in the village of Gadi, about two hours drive from the Center. Sister Bridget and others were about half way to Gadi, when their van was stopped by a road blocked due to a dispute. The Sisters had no choice but to start out on foot for a

Sister Bridget’s last stop in Nepal was Dharan, where she had yet another adventure. “When I reached the airport at Birathnagar, I found no Sisters there to receive me as we had planned … I found out that there was a strike in one area and our Sisters were stuck …

So, they called one of their friends, a shopkeeper, and told him to meet me and take me to the place where the Sisters were waiting. I asked the man how we were going and

he said on the motorcycle.”

I responded, “On the bike?

With my luggage?” He said, “Don’t worry. We’ll manage.

So, I sat on the bike and kept my heavy bag in my lap and away we went.”

Sister Bridget returned to India with many memories and a renewed respect for all in ministry in Nepal and all who live in that country.

“This is the everyday experience of our Sisters in Nepal. They do not know what will happen from hour to hour, from day to day. But they continue their ministries in joy and enthusiasm and dedication, believing in the promise of Jesus that ‘I will be with you always.’”

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First Indian SCNs Celebrate Milestone The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth celebrate a milestone as the first group of Sisters from India marks 50 years as SCNs. This milestone honors the diversity and internationality of the Congregation.

The milestone also honors the courage of four young Indian women who spurred on by unwavering faith left their homes in the South of India and travelled hundreds of miles from their families to join a new family. These women, who had to convince family members to allow them to leave home to live among strangers, could not be deterred. A further act of faith; some of them did not even know what religious community they would wind up joining as the priest who organized their travels would be the one to decide. Their journey led them to the SCNs, a group of women from the United States, who had just come to India a few years earlier.

From the moment the four decided to leave their homes to the time they took their vows there would be many challenges. It would be the first time away from home, the first ride on a train, and the first time to see the sea. The four would

find themselves missioned in a totally unknown place with people unknown to them. There were many obstacles — language and lifestyle barriers, food habits and the ways of the U.S. Sisters.

And the women would discover that the Sisters were not quite ready to accept young women to join them in mission yet, as they were following the advice of clergy to learn more about their surroundings before growing in number. SCNs Bridget Kappalumakal, Teresa Velloothara, Anne Elizabeth Elampalathottyil and Elizabeth Emmanuel Vattakunnel have many stories to tell. Sister Teresa writes about arriving at Mokama in July. Recalling in detail how happy they were that their long journey had come to an end. And then, the momentary disappointment at the news they received when the priest and Lawrencetta Venneman, SCN, greeted one another and discussed their arrival.

As she talked with him she looked at us

A number of celebrations took place in India and the United States to honor the four Indian Golden Jubilarians. During the gathering in Mokama, India, the tribute included a Mass and a beautiful dance portraying the four Sisters as the elements — fire, earth, air, and water.

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and smiled for we could not understand their conversation for it was in English.

After a little while, the priest came and talked with us in our own mother tongue.

“The Sisters are happy to have you but they have no permission yet to start the Novitiate, for they are only seven and a half years in the mission land. They are sure they will get permission soon; and in the meantime will put you to study nursing or allied subjects.”

Sister Teresa also recounts that the four were then told they could join the Novitiate as soon as the Sisters started it, but in the meantime they each had the option to join another Congregation if they were in a hurry to do so. It was emphasized, writes Sister Teresa, “that we were free to make our own decisions.”

The young Indian women chose to stay in Mokama and to begin studies in health care. They waited patiently for the opportunity to enter the Novitiate.

Current and former SCN leaders came together in Mokama, India, to honor the Golden Jubilarians. Among the guests, SCN President, Mary Elizabeth Miller, pictured in a royal blue sari standing in the center of those gathered.

Meanwhile, the Sisters, who arrived in India in 1947, continued to follow the advice of church leaders and did not begin the Novitiate program in Mokama until 1957.

From 1947 to 1957, the SCNs immersed themselves in the local culture, the Church and the people. In that 10 year period, a leprosy and outpatient clinic was started as well as a hospital and nursing school.

From the very beginning, young Indian women who joined the SCNs were encouraged to take over as leaders of the Congregation and to branch out in ways that would improve the lives of others says Margaret Rodericks, SCN, a native of Mumbai, India. Now there are SCNs in a number of roles across India, shares Sister Margaret, “Indian Sisters today are totally in all leadership positions and not just Congregational but also in ministry. They are the administrators of hospitals, TOP — SCNs Bridget Kappalumakal, Elizabeth Emmanuel Vattakunnel, Teresa principals of our schools, Velloothara, and Anne Elizabeth Elampalathottyil. The four are pictured in their the directors of clinics, early years when they first became members of the SCN family. They were the provincials, council members first women from India to enter the SCN Congregation. This first group of Indian women to enter the Congregation has shown themselves to be a group of strong and board members.” Sister leaders. BOTTOM — SCNs Anne Elizabeth Elampalathottyil, Elizabeth Emmanuel Margaret was the first Indian Vattakunnel, Bridget Kappalumakal, and Teresa Velloothara celebrate their Golden Sister elected to the office of Jubilee surrounded by friends and family who gathered in Mokama, India.

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Indeed the first group of Indian women Health Clinic in Bakhtiarpur. Sister Vincent Concessao of Delhi concelebrated to enter the Congregation has shown Teresa Velloothara became a nurse and a jubilee Mass at the Congregation’s New themselves to be a group of strong also studied radiology. Recently she Delhi, India, convent. A province-wide leaders. At one time or another, each one taught health ministry in Mokama and celebration in Mokama, India, took place of these women had a significant role worked in the Pastoral Care Department. in December 2009. at Nazareth Hospital in Mokama. Sister The impact these women have had in Perhaps the most fitting tribute to these Bridget became a nurse and went on to the area of health care is immeasurable. four, the likening of each woman to the direct the School of Nursing in Mokama. What we do know is that each woman has four elements — fire, earth, air and water, She was also elected Provincial of the been a woman who took a risk spurred on and their ability to move mountains. And Eastern Province and currently serves by their faith, a woman who believed in so that is just how the province-wide as the first director of development for education and doing her best, a woman celebration began in December, with SCNs in India. Sister Anne Elizabeth who helped grow the Congregation in touching words, “Women of elements, became a pharmacist and then a doctor India from a handful to hundreds.

God fashioned you out of the elements. at Nazareth Hospital where she still To honor these Golden Jubilarians, a You have been the chosen ones of God for practices medicine. Sister Elizabeth number of celebrations have taken place. a special mission as the pioneers among Emmanuel excelled in pharmacy and In July 2009, the Golden Jubiliarians in the SCN daughters of the soil.” radiology, earning certificates in both. India and the United States connected via Currently she works in the Community Skype. In November 2009, Archbishop

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Sister Reaches Out to Vincentian Home Residents She is a constant welcoming presence at Vincentian Home.

Adored by both staff and residents at the Pittsburgh ministry, Lorraine Marie Ferlin, SCN, always goes out of her way to help others. A resident there since March of 1996, Sister Lorraine has been in a wheelchair for nearly 14 years and suffers from chronic pain. Though she has to overcome many physical obstacles, she doesn’t take the time to focus on that, instead she says, she would rather focus on the needs of those around her.

“There are others worse off than me,” says Sister Lorraine Marie who finds that when others reach beyond themselves, they are able to experience relief from their own suffering.

Sister prays with the other residents and attends Mass. She enjoys reading to and laughing with her neighbors and loves to reminisce about the past. She has a way of empowering the other residents by asking them to help her with projects and she encourages those around her to find purpose in each day. Sister Lorraine Marie also goes out of her way to be present to other Sisters helping them with anything they may need, including reading mail to those who are no longer able to do so, or washing their blouses.

Members of the Activity Department are quick to point out just how they benefit from Sister Lorraine Marie’s talents and kindness. She calls bingo when needed and also donates prizes.

She helps with arts and crafts preparation, cutting out pictures from used cards, making get well and thank you cards for staff, volunteers, and fellow residents.

Sarah Geier, SCN, who ministers to residents at Vincentian Home, describes Sister Lorraine Marie as being akin to an extra pair of eyes and ears because she knows who is supposed to be where for activities and appointments. “When patients go to chapel, she is

Lorraine Marie Ferlin, SCN, is a smiling presence as she reaches out to other residents at Vincentian Home. She loves to swap stories, hand out cards on special occasions, and read mail to friends.

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always noticing who needs what,” says Sister Sarah. “She’s very compassionate, very thoughtful, very generous, and a very hard worker with a keen sense of organization.”

Many have commented that it seems as if Sister Lorraine Marie was destined to care for others, given she came from a large family.

She has four brothers and seven sisters. Sister Sarah believes the large family that Sister Lorraine comes from contributes to her kindhearted ways and her eagerness to help others. Sister Lorraine Marie agrees and recalls that whether it was washing dishes or scrubbing floors, as the ninth of 12 children, there was always something that needed to be done. “We all got up early and we all had jobs to do,” she says.

Sister Lorraine Marie spent her childhood in Mammoth, Pa., after a flood forced her family from their home in Bagley, Pa. She entered the convent at age 15 and has always enjoyed community life. She worked hard in college to become an elementary teacher and taught throughout Pennsylvania, teaching kindergarten, first and second grades in East McKeesport, Munhall, and at St. Ursula’s and St. Sebastian Schools. In ministry for over 50 years, Sister Lorraine Marie asks in her daily prayer and meditation for God to enable her to go out to all as He did and to be kind to everyone. “I see Christ in everyone,” Sister Lorraine Marie says.

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SCNs Celebrate 40th Anniversary of Sister Visitor The 40th anniversary of Sister Visitor Center in Louisville, Ky., prompts Rebecca Miles, SCN, to quietly reflect upon those to whom she ministers. Though she has been a powerful force behind the success of the center, she is very matter of fact when she talks about how she and others at the center are able to reach out to others. “You just do the best you can in each situation,” says Sister Rebecca.

As director of the center located in Louisville’s Portland neighborhood, Sister Rebecca has committed her life to reaching out to those in need. A native of Louisville, Sister Rebecca has an education both in social work and nursing. She spent many years working in nursing at St. Joseph Infirmary, Sts. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, and Kosair Children’s Hospital. She also provided health care to the elderly before joining Sister Visitor and becoming director nearly two decades ago.

The Sister Visitor Center began in 1969 in an effort to help meet the needs of the poor living in the Portland, Shawnee and Russell neighborhoods of West Louisville. Today approximately 700 to 900 households are served each month.

center also depends on donated items to meet the basic needs of the people that it serves. The need is clear, emphasizes Sister Rebecca while referencing a very large stack of donated blankets.

Within a few weeks, every blanket had been given out to families in need. “Anything we get goes right to our clients,” she says.

Sister Rebecca is also grateful to the many people who volunteer at the center. Rita Davis, SCN, volunteers to cut hair for clients.

While the center provides daily assistance for the immediate needs of its clients, Sister Rebecca is careful to point out that the center does not just give handouts but follows certain criteria which are assessed by the center’s caseworkers. The center also offers courses in areas such as self help, “We expect each person to take responsibility for themselves,” emphasizes Sister Rebecca.

Though Sister Rebecca witnesses the poverty, adversity and hardships that her clients experience, she also witnesses success stories, like clients who go on to graduate from nursing school.

“We have people that come back in and want to pay us back with a check,” she says.

If you would like to donate to the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and those working with the needy and impoverished, go to www. scnfamily.org/help.

The SCNs were part of a collaborative group who founded Sister Visitor and SCNs have provided leadership since its founding. In 1999, on the 30th anniversary of the center, Sister Rebecca wrote poignantly about the centers’ early beginnings. On July 5, 1969, Sister Janet Daugherty (SCN) signed a one-year contract with the Archdiocese of Louisville as an Educational Social Worker … The job description was divided into three areas of involvement: school, parish, and community.

Soon this position evolved into Director of the Sister Visitor Center. While visiting the homes of the school children, who were having problems with attendance and failing grades, many other underlying problems were discovered. Often the homes were without light and heat and adequate food. The children were often in need of shoes, warm clothing, and even eye glasses. As the efforts to reach those in need continued, more needs became apparent.

The center soon found itself offering a variety of services. Since becoming director of the center in 1991, Sister Rebecca has seen outreach efforts further expand.

The center provides emergency aid with rent, utility bills, prescriptions, and medical supplies. The staff and volunteers also visit the sick and elderly and provide transportation to city and state agencies and medical appointments.

Sister Visitor Center, owned and operated by Catholic Charities, is funded in part by the Archdiocese of Louisville. The center also receives donations from individuals and groups, including support from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. “With the donations, we are enabled to help people,” says Sister Rebecca. The

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care developments, diaries, musical instruments, clothing and more. While health care is heavily highlighted in the exhibit, Catholic Sisters are also recognized for founding the first college for African Americans as well as educating women to become professionals long before women won the right to vote.

The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are featured, along with 20 other women religious congregations, in an exhibit currently being hosted at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. The nationally touring exhibit celebrates the contributions of Catholic Sisters in health care, social justice, and education in the United States.

The exhibit also includes a video which focuses on religious life in the 21st century. As one document reflects, “This is not the end of the story, but the opening of a yet-to-be revealed chapter.

Those living in this moment do not try to figure out what role they will play in history. They simply read the signs of the times and find ways to respond.”

The exhibit includes educational materials available for teachers in K-12 schools, group showings, video presentations, interactive media, as well as books and films available for special programs.

The exhibit, which opened at the Cincinnati Museum Center in May of 2009, highlights this group of independent American women who helped shape the nation’s social and cultural landscape. First arriving in America nearly 300 years ago and throughout periods of struggle and controversy, these women established numerous schools, hospitals and colleges.

Women & Spirit, Catholic Sisters in America, developed by the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), tells the story spanning three centuries of Catholic Sisters in America who served with compassion, dedication, determination and faith in education, health care, and social services.

A safeguard from President Lincoln to the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth on display at Women & Spirit, Catholic Sisters in America reads, “Let no depredation be committed upon the property or possessions of the ‘Sisters of Charity’ at Nazareth Academy near Bardstown, Ky. Jan. 17, 1865. A. Lincoln.”

Interviews in communities, on Capitol Hill, in hospitals, and colleges were conducted across the country. Unearthed archival film never seen outside Sister communities along with artifacts, photos and personal stories, make up the rich content of the exhibit. Key events in American history such as the Civil War, the influenza epidemic, the Civil Rights Movement, and Hurricane Katrina are depicted as well as the important role Sisters played in them.

Some of the items on display featuring the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are a scale model bale of cotton with a screened image of an SCN school in Pine Bluff, Ark., where it was made for the 1903 Worlds Fair, a photo of Sisters at Camp Taylor during the 1918 influenza epidemic, and a program from a slavery reconciliation service that took place in 2000.

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Women & Spirit venues in 2010-2011: January 15, 2010 – April 25, 2010 S. Dillon Ripley Center at the Smithsonian (Washington, D.C.) May 9, 2010 – August 28, 2010 Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage (Cleveland, Ohio) September 24, 2010 – January 22, 2011 Statue of Liberty National Monument / Ellis Island Immigration Museum (Liberty Island, New York) February 2011 – April 2011 Mississippi River Museum (Dubuque, Iowa)

Highlights The SCN Community at Khorimahuwa, India, celebrated its 25th anniversary of mission in October 2009.

The Eastern Province Assembly took place December 28, 2009–January 2, 2010. It was a time of contemplation and prayer and included presentations

by SCNs Mary Elizabeth Miller and Sangeeta Ayithamattam.

International Special Olympics Cricket Champion and SCN student, Selvan A. Manikandan, returned home with a gold medal on November 3, 2009.

A huge crowd welcomed him home at the Trichy Railway Station.

Manikandan is a 19-year-old student of Asha Deepam School and Service Centre for Mentally Challenged in Trichy, India. He has attended the school for the last 10 years. As a young boy, he was a regular at the communitybased rehabilitation center at Velluparai, India. In Asha Deepam’s short history, it’s another significant record to produce the second international champion of the year. Sabina Mattappallil, SCN, writes that it is a great honor to teach and nurture students like Manikandan at Asha Deepam.

Marcelline Indwar, SCN, and the students from Arunodaya School in Patna, India, received a warm welcome while carrying out street plays to educate people in the area on a number of current issues.

Nancy Gerth, SCN, attended The National Catholic Youth Conference in Kansas City, Mo. While there, she was interviewed for an article. To see the article go to the following link: www. ncronline.org/news/faith-parish/youthchurch-are-here-help-back-you.

Evelyn Hurley, SCN, has been awarded the 2009 Bishop Cheverus Medal.

This award, in its second year, is given by the Archdiocese of Boston, Mass., in recognition of exemplary service given in the name of Christ. Cardinal Sean O’Malley wrote a letter to Sister Evelyn.

Ann Elizabeth Molony, SCN, was highlighted in an article for her work caring for babies at Norton Childrens Hospital. The article appeared in the November 1, 2009, edition of The Courier-Journal.

Michelle Grgurich, SCN, has been appointed the new Director of the Office of Congregational Ministries. The Congregation is grateful to Rose Howard, SCN, for her years of service in this ministry.

Higinia Bol, SCN, has graduated from St. Louis University with a Master of Social Work degree.

Beverly Hoffman, SCN, has received a diploma in Developmental Leadership from the Coady International Institute at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Canada.

The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth once again participated in the Festival of Faiths in Louisville, Ky. This year’s theme was Sacred Water: Sustaining Life.

Paris Slapikas, SCN, was promoted to the Director of Kentucky Shelter Operations at The Center for Women and Families in Louisville, Ky. This promotion was noted in The Courier-Journal business section on November 12, 2009.

Mary Haynes, Administrator at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., has won the prestigious Ira Wallace Award.

This award is presented to individuals who have shown “outstanding leadership and meritorious, unselfish service and dedication to the Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities.”

Terri Stratton, RN, Nurse Education Coordinator of Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., has been awarded the central district award for Professional Achievement in Administrative Nursing.

Barbara Flores, SCN, led a retreat in September 2009 for the Dangriga SCN Associates on the theme “Jesus and Women.”

Chris Kunze, SCN, attended a weeklong workshop in Guyana on children with HIV and efforts to counsel the parents.

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Journeying On Leonora Brunner, SCN, 99, a native of Memphis, Tenn., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on September 24, 2009. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 80 years.

Sister Leonora served in the apostolate of education in Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Arkansas and Tennessee. She taught at Wimpsett Public School, Bardstown, Ky., from 1943–47. In Louisville, Sister Leonora taught at St. Frances of Rome School. She also served as driver in community missions and worked with VISTA as Community Organizer in Memphis, Tenn. Sister served in the Apostolate of Prayer at the Motherhouse and at Nazareth Home/Maria Hall.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews and her religious community.

M. Adalbert Vandzura, SCN, 89, died at Vincentian Home, Pittsburgh, Pa., on October 1, 2009. Sister was in the 75th year of her religious life.

Sister Adalbert entered the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from St. Michael Parish, Braddock, Pa. She attended Duquesne University where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education and a Masters of Education in Elementary Administration.

Sister Adalbert taught for 39 years in parishes throughout Pennsylvania; Youngstown, Ohio and Fonthill, Canada. She also served as principal at St. Michael School in Munhall, St. Ursula School in Allison Park and St. Alexander School in Fonthill, Canada. In 1979, she served as part of the Vincentian Leadership Team and as House Superior. She continued her years of service within the Motherhouse in various duties until her admission to the Vincentian Home in 2006, where she was part of the Prayer Ministry.

Survivors include many nieces and nephews and her religious community.

Rose Clare Ostenski, SCN, 95, a native of Blaine, Ohio, died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on October 12, 2009. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 73 years.

Sister Rose Clare served in Community Service and elementary education until retirement when she served in the Apostolate of Prayer. Sister taught at Holy Name School, Louisville, from 1953–58.

Survivors include one sister-in-law, Marge Jastrebski of Bridgeport, Ohio, several nieces and nephews and her religious community.

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Barbara Lawler Thomas, SCN, formerly known as Sister Barbara Maria Thomas, 87, a native of Richmond, Va., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on October 8, 2009.

She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 68 years.

Sister Barbara served as Superior General of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth from 1972– 80, and later as President of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). Sister then served in Intercongregational Ministry as Consultant and as Vice President for Mission and Community Relations at Our Lady of Peace Hospital in Louisville.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews, and her religious community.

Ann Maureen McGrath, SCN, 93, a native of Brockton, Mass., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on October 13, 2009. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 74 years.

Sister Ann Maureen served in education as both classroom and music teacher for 46 years in Ohio, Kentucky, Massachusetts and Maryland. In Louisville, Sister taught at St. Philip Neri School from 1939–40. Sister Ann Maureen also taught English as a Second Language, served in Pastoral Ministry and as Administrator of Camp Maria Retreat Center in Leonardtown, Md. Survivors include nieces and nephews, and her religious community.

Grace Miriam Martin, SCN, 90, a native of Richmond, Va., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on January 15, 2010. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 70 years.

Sister Grace Miriam served in the apostolate of education in Kentucky and Ohio for 10 years, and in the apostolate of health care in Kentucky and Tennessee for 50 years. In Louisville, Sister served at St. Frances of Rome School from 1942–45 and at Saints Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in Employee Relations from 1971–2001. In retirement, Sister Grace Miriam served in the Apostolate of Prayer.

Survivors include a niece, Grace Miriam Brooks of Spotsylvania, Va.; and a nephew, John E. Hall of Bumpus, Va., and her religious community.

www.SCNFamily.org Thomasine Kottoor, SCN, 75, a native of Kidangoor, Kerala, died at Mokama Hospital in India on October 20, 2009. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 47 years.

Sister Thomasine served in health care in Mokameh Junction, New Delhi, Mumbai, Mokama, Lucknow and Bakhtiarpur for over 40 years until her retirement. She also served in Community Service from 1986–87.

Survivors include a brother, K.T. Mathew Kottoor and two sisters, Sister Auxilia Kottoor, SVM, and Aleyamma Thomas Kuruvila, and her religious community.

Mary Michael Baksi, SCN, 80, a native of Homestead, Pa., died on November 20, 2009.

Sister Mary Michael was in the 62nd year of religious life.

Sister Mary Michael entered the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from St. Michael Parish in 1947. She attended Duquesne University where she earned both Bachelor of Education and Master of Arts degrees.

Sister Mary Michael taught in both elementary and secondary schools, as well as served as elementary school principal in the dioceses of Pittsburgh, Greensburg and Johnstown-Altoona of Pennsylvania; Youngstown, Ohio; and Mobile, Alabama. Sister also served as Director of Novices for six years.

Survivors include cousins, friends and her religious community.

Mary Imogene Perrin, SCN, 86, a native of Calhoun, Ky., died at Jewish Hospital, Louisville, Ky., on January 3, 2010. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 64 years.

Sister Mary Imogene served in the apostolate of education for 53 years in Kentucky, Alabama, Ohio, Tennessee, Maryland, Florida and Washington, D.C. In Louisville, Sister taught at St. Patrick School from 1948–49 and served as University Archivist from 1996–2002 at Spalding University.

Sister Mary Imogene has served as Assistant Director of Heritage Hall at Nazareth, Ky., from 2002 until the present.

Survivors include a cousin, Kenneth Perrin of Sebree, Ky., and her religious community.

Mary Victorine Deley, SCN, 90, died January 14, 2010. Sister Mary Victorine was in the 76th year of religious life.

Sister Mary Victorine entered the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from St. Michael Parish, Braddock, Pa., in 1934.

Sister Mary Victorine received her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Duquesne University and her Master’s degree from Canisius College. Sister Mary Victorine taught in both elementary and secondary schools in the dioceses of Pittsburgh, Pa.; Youngstown, Ohio and Greensburg, Pa. Sister served for 43 years in Canada as a teacher, principal and parish minister.

Survivors include two sisters: Agnes Deley, SCN, and Ann Deley; and two brothers: John and Joseph Deley, and her religious community.

Mary Clare Murajda, SCN, 88, a native of Braddock, Pa., died December 11, 2009.

Sister Mary Clare was in the 73rd year of religious life.

Sister Mary Clare entered the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from St. Michael Parish in 1936. She attended Duquesne University where she received a Bachelor of Science degree.

Sister Mary Clare served as dietician in Pittsburgh, Pa.; Youngstown, Ohio; Allison Park, Pa.; Montgomery, Ala., and the Vincentian Motherhouse, Pittsburgh, Pa. Survivors include two sisters, Emerentiana Matvya of Swissville, Penn., and Frances Skantar of Monroeville, Pa.; and one brother, Frank Murajda, and her religious community.

Alice Wills, SCN, formerly Sister Alice Richard Wills, 94, a native of Dorchester, Mass., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on December 25, 2009. She had been a Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 68 years.

Sister Alice served in the apostolate of elementary education in Tennessee and Massachusetts for 51 years. In retirement, Sister served in the apostolate of prayer.

Survivors include: a sister-in-law, Noreen Wills of Huntington Beach, Calif., and several nieces and nephews and her religious community.

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A Life-Time Relationship When asked how long she’s known the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Helen Burns is quick to respond, “I’ve known them all my life.” Growing up in Louisville, Ky., Helen was taught by SCNs at Holy Name and Blessed Sacrament grade schools. Then, she won a scholarship to Presentation Academy. Her academic career was rounded out at St. Helena’s Commercial College on Fourth Street in Louisville, which was owned and administered by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. So, it’s only natural that in 1990, Helen decided to formalize the relationship when she made her first commitment as an SCN Associate.

Helen has been an active member of St. Bernard Parish in Louisville for over 43 years. The desire to deepen her relationship with the SCN Community was sparked when Kitty Hanrahan, SCN, came to St. Bernard Parish to serve as pastoral associate. Helen inquired about becoming an SCN Associate, and was encouraged by the response of Sister Kitty and Joan de Paul Logsdon, SCN. “Sister Joan was my biggest fan!” Helen remembers.

Helen served as a member of the SCNA Core Council, the leadership body of the SCN Associates, for six years. She describes the relationship as “an extension of my Catholic faith.” Always active in her parish, the SCN Associate relationship allowed Helen to broaden her experience of Church. Helen remembers that she was initially reluctant to speak up at Core Council meetings, until one Sister turned to her and asked for her input on a discussion. “Don’t feel inadequate to answer a question … you with all your life experience,” the Sister coached. Helen remembers feeling included and valued for the insights she offered.

Though she is no longer able to attend the weekend sessions for SCNAs offered three times a year, Helen remains active with her faith group in Louisville. She glows when she speaks about her family — Helen has two sons and three grandchildren.

Her days are filled with family, with prayer, and with outreach. Peggy Masterson, SCNA, Director of Associates, holds Helen up as an example of what it means to be an SCN Associate.

“The way she lives as an Associate — it is more than a program, it is a process in her life.” Helen chuckles at Peggy’s comment, and says, “You never know how you touch other people.”

For more information on the SCN Associate Relationship, visit www.scnfamily.org/scna or call Peggy Masterson, SCNA, at (502) 348-1542.

SCN Legacy Society A Chance to Say Thank You The SCN Legacy Society recognizes those persons who have named the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in their estate plans. Through the years, gifts from estate plans, both small and large, have played a significant role in providing resources for ministry.

Each year, a Mass is offered at Nazareth in thanksgiving for these individuals and they are held in prayer throughout the year. Members are listed in The Journey

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publication annually, unless a person prefers to remain anonymous.

“Naming an organization in one’s will is a heartfelt statement of support. It speaks of the importance of the relationship with the community and the desire to be part of the Congregation’s efforts even after death,” says Patsy O’Toole, Director of Congregational Advancement.

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Examples of ways to name the SCN Congregation in estate plans include: • A provision in the donor’s will directing a fixed amount or a percentage of the residual estate as a gift to the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth • A designation of the SCNs as a beneficiary and/or owner in a new or existing life insurance policy, or in the donor’s retirement benefit or pension plan • An irrevocable or revocable trust or other deferred gift agreement that gives all or a portion of its assets to the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth To notify the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth that you have named the Congregation in your estate plans, or for further information, contact Leslie Wilson, Director of Development at lwilson@scnazarethky.org, (502) 3481551 or P.O. Box 9, Nazareth, KY 40048.

Memorial/Honorary Donations MEMORIALS

KATHERINE ALEXANDER Mary Martin, SCNA EMILY ANN APPLETON, SCN Susan Baldwin MR. ARGUELLES Brenda Gonzales, SCN GARY ARRASMITH Elaine Puthoff, SCN JUDY QUICK ARTHUR Janice Downs, SCN WILLIAM\HENRIETTA ASH Marietta O’Kelley RUTH BABBITT, SCN Dinko\Jasminka Mutak THOMAS DESALES BAILEY, SCN Mr.\Mrs. Cullen L. Davis MARY MICHAEL BAKSI, SCN Anonymous Brenda Gonzales, SCN First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association (Beachwood, Ohio) Anna Thomas Alice O’Connell, SCN Ann Horvat, SCN MARY GERTRUDE BALLEW, OCSO Phyllis Dullea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Emily Pugh, SCN Martha Walsh, SCN Margaret Rodericks, SCN Celeste Reedy, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Brenda Anderson, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Grace Maria Saia, SCN Catherine Lee, SCN Barbara MacDonald, SCN Mary Foeckler, SCN FRANCES BARBER, SCN Donald Leffler Pat Walker Kevin\Michelle Barber Al\Mary Ann Bowling MAUDE MICHELLE BARBER, SCN Al\Mary Ann Bowling ANGELA BARCLAY Miriam Corcoran, SCN HELEN BARNES, SCNA SCN Associates SUZANNE BARNETT Dorothy Leon ELIABETH (LIZ) BARRY, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Clare McNeil, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Connie Tarallo, SCN Phyllis M. Passafiume MARIE BASSFORD Eleanor Willett, SCN James\Dorothy Hayden Cedar Lane Bridge Group

Darrel\Faye Reid Marlene B. Thomas Wilbur\Donna Brown Margaret Nayden Katherine D’Esposito Yvonne Coykendall Mary Mattingly Jim\Jeanne Dabney Jane Sluder Barbara Russello Priscilla Hall Loretta Taylor Katherine M. Triplett Mary Agnes Plunkett Lorraine Soash LAURA ANN BATEMAN Mary Susan Goodykoontz MARY JOSEPHINE BEAN Bill\Clare Farnau MARY ROBERT BECKER, SCN Helen B. Dahlberg BELOVED TEACHERS\ DECEASED Mary Susan Goodykoontz R. CYRIL BIEGER Mr.\Mrs. Thomas Bieger LAURITA BOHN, SCN Elizabeth A. Christ MILDRED BOWLING, SCN Ernest\Mary McCubbin SHIRLEY SMITH BRAWNER Marian M. Yeager ANITA BRENNAN Bill Coughlin MOLLY BRENNAN Mary Patricia Brennan, SCN Mary Elizabeth Blevins REV. BERT BRIAN William Leslie Keene, Jr. BONNIE BONSTEEL BROERMAN Carol Kline Thompson David Greenwell LEONORA BRUNNER, SCN Jane Scharding-Smedley SAMUELLA BUCKMAN, SCN Cynthia Brisbane Jay Brisson Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Rita Schafer Elaine McCarron, SCN Bro. Joel William McGraw M. Pauline Posey Mr.\Mrs. George Peter Wigginton Anonymous Larry\Glenda Hill Mary M. French VIRGINIA L. BURCH Lloyd Dragonette CHARLES (CHUCK) FRANCIS BURNS Rita Spalding, SCN Dorothy Wilson, SCN Elizabeth Blandford, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN Paris Slapikas, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN Mary Loretto Krimple, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Betty Jean Redden, SCNA Barbara MacDonald, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN

Pat Kelley, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Catherine Lee, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Mary Foeckler, SCN CATHARINE JAMES CAIN, SCN Lisa\Robert Hiatt CATHERINE LEO CALLAHAN, SCN Joseph\Denise Callahan JANICE CAMPBELL, SCNA Mary Sullivan, SCN (dec.)

Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Phyllis Dullea, SCN SCN Associates Mary Burns, SCN Theresa Cash, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Barbara MacDonald, SCN Gertrude Foster, SCN Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Helen\Jim Rowe Dorothy Canary, MMS Anna Marie Canary, SCN Thelma Griffin Grace M. Saia, SCN Pat Worley, SCN Margaret Rodericks, SCN Peggy Fowkes, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Edward\Annice Ipser Mary F. Greene Clare McNeil, SCN Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Kitty Wilson, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Connie Tarallo, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN Mary Kathryn\Robert Martin Kay Piedmont\Family Alice Casper, SCN Kitty Wilson, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Patricia Kelley, SCN MARY CATHERINE CAMPBELL, SCN Richard Campbell PAULINE CAPOZZALI Bill Coughlin MARY MARGARET CARR, SCN Diane\William Kennedy ANN MARIA CARRICO, SCN Jean Morgan JUANITA CARRICO Ron\Anni Donahue PATRICIA ANN CARROLL, SCN Ruth Gracia MARGARET CARTER Anna Marie Canary, SCN MARY JESSE CECIL Tessie\Don Cecil MICHAEL CECIL Tessie\Don Cecil WILLIAM MARY CHAWK, SCN James M. Morris JOHN CHLEN Dick\Patty Lohre MING WEI CHU Margaret Siao Wang

Deceased Alumni/Alumnae: y Shirley Smith Brawner, Nazareth Academy, Nazareth, 1953 y Janet Williams Cawthon, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1950 y Mildred Bowman, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1950 y Barbara Wrocklage, Nazareth Academy, Nazareth, 1959 y Mary Josephine Oberst, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1936 y Minnie Shrout, St. Joseph School of Nursing, 1941 y Clarene D. Guercio, Sacred Heart Academy, 1951

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CLEMENTIA CLARK, SCN Charles\Jane Clark Mary K. Bower FLORENCE MARY CLARK, SCN Charles\Jane Clark Mary K. Bower RICHARD COLOSIMO SCN Associates JOAN W. CONLEY Joseph H. Conley JEANETTE CONNOLLY Joe Connolly JACK CONROY Martha Walsh, SCN MARGARET COOLEY Charles Cooley MARY ANGELITA COOMES, SCN Mr.\Mrs. Paul Coomes Ludwig A. Hodge ANNA CATHARINE COON, SCN Martha\Joseph Marston Mary Toombs MARGARET MARIA COON, SCN Martha\Joseph Marston Mary Toombs CECILIA MARIA COYNE, SCN Jean Morgan MARY TERENCE COYNE, SCN Jean Morgan RITA CLARE COYNE, SCN Jean Morgan PHILIP R. CRAMER Mary Elkin Jo\Randy Nease Sherran\Vince Pater Ann Maas\Kathryn Rapier’s bunco friends Raymond Patterson JOAN ELLEN CREGG, SCN Ralph Hawkins AGNES CRONE, SCN Harrel\Cathie Crone Bob\Stella Crone MARY COLLETTE CRONE, SCN Harrel\Cathie Crone Bob\Stella Crone MARGARET CROWLEY, SCN Della Crowley Thomas M. Capasso Henry\Virginia Curtin MARGARET\DANIEL CROWLEY\ FAMILY Della Crowley HERMAN DAHLBERG Helen B. Dahlberg E. C. DAVENPORT FAMILY\ DECEASED MEMBERS Margaret Lillian Davenport, SCN GAYLE RICHMOND DAVIS Margaret Richmond JAMES RAY DAVIS Angeline Driscoll, SCN MARY DEAVEY, RSM Gail Collins, SCN TOM DEDERICK Richard\Elaine Giebelhaus DEGENOVA FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Jennie G. DeGenova MARY VICTORINE DELEY, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Pat Scully Anna M. Deley Michael\Sheryl Deley RAY DESANTIS Ruth DeSantis HELEN DEVEREAUX Evelyn Hurley, SCN JAMES DAVID DOHERTY Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Betty MacDougall, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN SCN Western Province Office Gwen McMahon, SCN Shirley Nugent, SCN Office of Congregational Ministries Theresa Knabel, SCN Susan Kilb, SCN Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN ROGER DOMINICK Sharen Baldy, SCN Ruth Ann Humphrey, SCN Susan Kilb, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN ELIZABETH DONOVAN SCN Associate Office Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Mary Ninette Manning, SCN WALTER B. DORSEY James\Anne Tennison, SCNA KHACHER DOSTOOMIAN Evelyn Hurley, SCN

LEOLA DOWNS, SCNA Anne Magruder, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN SCN Associates Miriam Corcoran, SCN Mary Burns, SCN Sandra L. Hunter Theresa Knabel, SCN David\Mary Elaine Monsour Mike\Pauline Hennessey Mike\Sue Fritz Ruth Ann Humphrey, SCN Susan Kilb, SCN Jean Conrad Joan Conrad Brenda Gonzales, SCN Janice Campbell, SCN Rose Eleanor Perry, SCN Ellen Paul McGovern, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Jean Meyer Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Clare McNeil, SCN Margaret Rodericks, SCN Mary Serra Goethals, SCN Rose Howard, SCN Mary Ninette Manning, SCN Janice Weadock Col. Allan W. Howey, USAF, Ret Marie Howey Marcella Crews Betty A. Monnin Diane Pharo, SCN Connie Tarallo, SCN Sharon Grant Trini Webb WILLIAM “BILL” DRISCOLL Theresa Cash, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Eleanor Willett, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN ROBERT LOUISE DUNCAN, SCN Dr. Robert Scripko BEATRICE DURBIN, SCN David E. Burch ETHEL DURBIN, SCN Shirley M. Rogers JOSEPH LEO DURBIN, SCN David E. Burch MARY STEPHEN DURBIN, SCN David E. Burch FRANK J. DURKIN Jean M. Durkin RAYMOND EDLIN Stan\Rose Ann Esterle MAUREEN SHIELDS ELDRIDGE Catherine Weckel ELLOITT FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Earline Hobbs, SCN MARY PAULINE ENGLERT, SCN Barry\Kathryn R. Penn ANNA LOUISE FECTEAU Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN MARY FEDLER, SCN Rhea A. Fedler MARY LYNN FIELDS, SCN Nancy Leatherman JOHN FISTER, SCN Cece Fister VIRGINIA FOLEY Mr.\Mrs. Walter Mulloney MARY\FRED FORDHAM Robert E. Fordham CAROL FOREMAN Paula Palotay FREEMAN FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Gerald G. Hubbs MAREA GARDNER Eady Lillquist ALICE GARRITY, SCN Gail Collins, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Anne Hagedorn, SCN Anonymous Theresa Cash, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Peggy Fowkes, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN

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HOBBS FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Earline Hobbs, SCN MARY HOPKINS Katherine H. Eaves HOUCK FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Jane Houck JEAN CARMEL HOWARD, SCN Donna Roby JOHN HOWE Maureen Taaffe, SCN HUBBS FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Gerald G. Hubbs DR. WILLIAM A. HUNDLEY Jack\Diane\Kristina Miller WILLIAM ILG Joyce Lynch IVERS FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Stephen\Pauline McCartney ELIZABETH JEFFERSON Rachel Willett, SCN Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN Theresa Cash, SCN PAULINE KABANA Barbara Gilmetti, SCN CORNELIUS KEATING, SCN Mr.\Mrs. George Peter Wigginton BILLY KEENE William Leslie Keene, Jr. KARL KELLER Anita Hager, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lemkuhl, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Anna Marie Rhodes, SCN Jacqueline Aceto, SCN Mary Burns, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN Celeste Reedy, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Theresa Cash, SCN Miriam Louise Hauser, SCN Norton Health Care Office of Church and Health Ministries Ruth Ann Humphrey, SCN Susan Kilb, SCN Patricia Kelley, SCN JACK KELLEY Ellen Higginbottom RUTH KELLIHER Martha L. Walsh, SCN REV. GERARD KELLY Dolores A. Therasse, SCN GRACE RATTIGAN KENNEY Gwen McMahon, SCN Shirley Nugent, SCN ANTHONY M. KERN Virginia M. Kern, SCNA VERONICA\MARTIN KERN Virginia M. Kern, SCNA MARY EVA KIMBEL Regina Atkins, SCN CATHERINE HESS KING Elaine Puthoff, SCN DOROTHY\ED KIRN Kenneth J. Kirn DUANE LEE KITAY SCN Associates MARYLEE KNOPF, SCN John\Carol Harrison Jim\Fredericka White BARBARA KOENIG, SCN Rachel\David Johnson M. GREGORY KOLESAR, VSC Andrew\Bernadine Kolesar ELLEN KORN Mary Serra Goethals, SCN Rose Howard, SCN THOMASINE KOTTOOR, SCN Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Clare McNeil, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN THERESA “TERI” KROMHOLZ Theresa Cash, SCN Alice Adams, SCN Corinne\Richard DeVasto Barbara Spencer, SCN Betty Fracchia, SCN SCN Associates Sharen Baldy, SCN Connie Tarallo, SCN Grace M. Saia, SCN Frances\John Buyers STEPHEN KULINA Mary Austin Donovan, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN

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ELLEN MCCARTHY Evelyn Hurley, SCN JOSEPH MCCARTHY Evelyn Hurley, SCN ELIZABETH\LAWRENCE MCCROSKEY Celeste A. Midkiff ANN MAUREEN MCGRATH, SCN Clare McNeil, SCN Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Deanna L. Hipwell Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Marion Reardon, SCN Catherine Lee, SCN Elaine McCarron, SCN Carmelita Dunn, SCN Ann\Paul Paulsen J.F.\HAZEL MCGUIRE Carol A. McGuire MR.\MRS. CHARLES H. MCKAY Christopher McKay MARGARET MCNEIL Anita Hager, SCN Pat Worley, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Celeste Reedy, SCN Phyllis Dullea, SCN Barbara MacDonald, SCN Marion Reardon, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN Mary Burns, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Larry\Susan Copenhaver Mr.\Mrs. Charles Nabholz Amy M. Beck Brenda Gonzales, SCN Patsy O’Toole, SCNA Miriam Corcoran, SCN Emily Nabholz, SCN Teresa Rose Nabholz, SCN Margaret Rodericks, SCN Elinor Rohlman Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Office of Congregational Advancement Catherine Arnold, SCN Paula Duane, SCNA Mary F. Martin, SCNA Lorene Reidmueller Mary Austin Donovan, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Peggy Fowkes, SCN SCN Associates Brenda Anderson, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Dorothy Wilson, SCN Elizabeth Blandford, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN Paris Slapikas, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN Martha S. McNeil Lauren\Brenda Grenier Marilyn Schultz Monica Strack (dec.)

Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN Mary Foeckler, SCN Ken McNeil J.A.\ELIZABETH MEDLEY Harriet L. Medley URSULA METZGER Anita Hager, SCN Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Miriam Louise Hauser, SCN Mary Margaret Reid, SCN Sharen Baldy, SCN Michaella Cronin, SCN Eleanor Willett, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN Nancy Jane O’Reilly, SCN MARGARET JEAN MEYER, SCN Margaret A. Jenkins ROBERT MILLER Kathleen M. Miller FREDDIE MILLS Martha Mattingly PHIL MINGES Lea Furlong CECILIA ANN MOIX, SCN Robert Tyler

JOE MORAN Bill Coughlin DR. DANIEL MORGAN Connie Tarallo, SCN CONSTANCE MUELLER, SCN Jean Morgan EUGENIA MUETHING, SCN Susan Ballard MARY RUTH WILBURN MULLENDORE Gloria V. Mullendore PAT MULLENDORE Gloria V. Mullendore MARY CLARE MURAJDA, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN ALINE MURPHY D.J.\Nell Monarch ANN MURPHY, SCN John\Florence Murphy FRANCIS MURPHY Yolanda Ferzoco ALICE NASH Alice M. Lewis ALMA\JACK NEFF Judy Neff JOAN NELSON Richard\Patti Lohre JAMES H. NEUHOFF Anna Marie Canary, SCN CLARA NORDI Mary Burns, SCN JIM NORRIS Alice Casper, SCN WALTER M. NORRIS Mabel J. Norris NOLA O’CONNOR Grace Mackin, SCN BRIDGET OLICKAL Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN SHIRLEY OLSON Joan Robishaw, SCN Marie John Kelley, SCN ROSE CLARE OSTENSKI, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Tony\Diana Elliott Anonymous Dave Mozden Chester Stromsky John\Louise Satory Stan\Diana Stromsky Rev. Adam Fx Stromski Brenda Gonzales, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Mary Elaine Zehnder, SCN Eleanor Willett, SCN Bernice Wasko Mokros\Family JIM O’TOOLE Frances O’Toole ALINE OUELLETTE Elaine Puthoff, SCN HERBERT OVERLEY Ann C. Crelly Marie Mooney Margaret Ball South Louisville\Okolona Rotary Club Miriam Corcoran, SCN Cliff\Bonnie Vatter David\Bonnie J. Carrico Mary Burns, SCN John\Frances Moran Elizabeth Striegel Arnold\Linda Downs Evelyn E. Smith WILLIAM PAASCH Jane Paasch THOMAS PALATTY Miriam Corcoran, SCN Clare McNeil, SCN Dorothy MacDougall, SCN CHARLOTTE M. PALMER Tom\Patty Steback MICHAEL PANAGOPOULOS Lorraine Panagopoulos MARIE PARO, VSC Joseph\Susan Dudas MARY IMOGENE PERRIN, SCN Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Maria Cecilia Emanuelli, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN William L. Keene Barbara MacDonald, SCN Mary Martin, SCNA Mary Austin Donovan, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Dorothy Ann Hall PERRY FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Barbara Gilmetti, SCN

JEAN DOLORES PHIPPS, SCN Richard Nelson BOB PIKE Deidre Clark Kay Clark CHARLES PIKE Deidre Clark Kay Clark JOAN PIKE Deidre Clark Kay Clark JOSE PIKE Deidre Clark Kay Clark MARGARET PILIPS Martha L. Walsh, SCN LAURINE POAT, SCN Ben Poat REV. TOM PRAG, SJ Lucille Phipps, SCN Mary Elaine Zehnder, SCN JON\EVA MALEK PROROK Luci Kowalski JOHN PUTHENKALAM Miriam Corcoran, SCN MARY LOUISE RALEIGH Elizabeth A. Christ TRISHA READON Maureen Taaffe, SCN MARY CATHERINE REDDINGTON Janet M. Reddington JACOB “JAKE” HEAD REID Anita Hager, SCN Phyllis Dullea, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Aggie\Fred Jury Fran\Charlie Wirth Theresa Cash, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Mary Austin Donovan, SCN Miriam Louise Hauser, SCN Mary Wimsatt, SCNA Eleanor Willett, SCN Patricia Kelley, SCNA Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN EVELYN REILLY Lucille Phipps, SCN Mary Elaine Zehnder, SCN PAUL REINHART Phil\Patricia Reinhart NELLIE RICHARDS Evelyn Hurley, SCN RIPLEY FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Mary Susan Goodykoontz MOLINE BLAYLOCK RIPLEY Mary Susan Goodykoontz MARY ANN RIVES Julia Hamilton DOROTHY ROBBEN James\Jeanine Thornberry Robert\Diane Black Science Department\Pleasure Ridge Park High School\Louisville, Ky. MARY ELLEN ROBINSON Ed Robinson JOAN ROSS Martha Walsh, SCN MARGARET ROSS, SCN Cindy\Rodney Redden JACK ROTONDO Bill Coughlin MARY JOAN ROTTMAN Gerald\Mary Wardrip\Family William H. Ogburn Helen B. Logsdon Jean Kosse Connie Lusher, SCNA BERNARD PAUL RUEBUSCH, SCN Jeannette Ruebusch TONY RUSSO Marilyn Shea, SCN CHARLES RYMAROWICZ Patrice Rymarowicz CLARA ANN SABEL, SCN Robert\Barbara O’Bryan Elizabeth B. Striegel OLIVIA SADOWSKI Isabelle Sadowski ALDAN SALVAVERI Maureen Taaffe, SCN ESTHER SCHABER Gilbert Schaber MARIE SCHERMAN James\Jeanine Thornberry ALMA SCHMITT Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN

Phyllis Dullea, SCN Mary Burns, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Barbara MacDonald, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Eileen Mary Meyer, SCN Pat Worley, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Jane Amshoff Theresa Knabel, SCN AUGUSTA SCHULTZ Dick\Patti Lohre Rick\Julie Lohre Angie\Tom Brake BOBBY SCHWARTZ Lea Furlong MARIE SCHWERMAN Jan Reddington Denise Chickey SCN\CLASS OF JUNE 1948\ DECEASED Mabel J. Norris SCNs\DECEASED Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN SCNs\DECEASED\2009 Ann Susan Villa, SCN Rosanne Dillon, SCNA Maureen Taaffe, SCN SCN\As FRIENDS\ RELATIVES\ DECEASED Mary Ellen Doyle, SCN Marie Becker, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN Gail Collins, SCN Mary Ellen Doyle, SCN Marie Becker, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN Carol Rogers, SCN Bridgid Clifford, SCN SCNs WHO TAUGHT AT GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL\ FRANKFORT, KY.\DECEASED Harry\Constance Largen SCNs WHO TAUGHT AT HOLY NAMES SCHOOL\MEMPHIS, TENN.\DECEASED Josephine M. Wood SCNs WHO TAUGHT AT ST. BARNABAS\LOUISVILLE, KY.\ DECEASED Mark E. Smith SCNs WHO TAUGHT AT NAZARETH COLLEGE\ NAZARETH, KY.\DECEASED Jane Li IZETTA SCOTT Mary Sue Ryan MARTHA BELL SCOTT William Logan Scott JOSEPH SHEA Evelyn Hurley, SCN HELEN FRANCES SHEERAN Elizabeth H. Sheeran EMILY SHEIBLEY Sharen Baldy, SCN GERTRUDE SMITH Jean Morgan MARY ELIZABETH FILIATREAU SMITH Kathleen\Mark Smith PATRICIA SNYDER Janet Dougherty, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Evelyn Hurley, SCN EDNA WALSH SOLOMAN Dorothy Doyle BILLY SPALDING Mary Wimsatt, SCNA FLORENCE SPALDING, SCNA Maureen Taaffe, SCN TIM SPARKS Sharen Baldy, SCN JAMES MARIA SPILLANE, SCN Charles\Joan Collins WILLARD SPINOSI Barbara Gilmetti, SCN Barbara Peterson, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN STANLEY STEBACK Tom\Patty Steback ALAN STEIN Dick\Patty Lohre KATHERINE STICKEL Wilma Ross, SCN HELEN STONE Martha Walsh, SCN MONICA STRACK Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Peggy Fowkes, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN

DOROTHY SULLIVAN Dorothy Leon MARY SULLIVAN, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Mary Burns, SCN Martha Hickman, SCNA James\Jeanine Thornberry Theresa Cash, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Diane Pharo, SCN Rita Schafer Connie Tarallo, SCN CATHERINE M. SULTANY Michael\Mary Vogel BILL SWANK Mary Swank MARY MICHAEL SWEENEY, SCN Mary Cox Mary Jane McKenzie Jewell H. Sweeney TARALLO FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Connie Tarallo, SCN DONALD RAY TAYLOR Elaine Puthoff, SCN FRANCIS TAYLOR James\Anne Tennison, SCNA Julia Clare Fontaine, SCN GERARD R. TEBOCKHORST Joan\David Knapp BARBARA THOMAS, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Barbara MacDonald, SCN Mary Sullivan, SCN (dec.)

Rachel Willett, SCN Emily Pugh, SCN Dorothy Wilson, SCN Elizabeth Blandford, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN Paris Slapikas, SCN Mary Ninette Manning, SCN Martha L. Walsh, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN Jones, Nale and Mattingly, PLC Clare McNeil, SCN Dorothy MacDougall, SCN Margaret Rodericks, SCN Anita Pierantoni Ed\Ann Kemper Michaella Cronin, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN Connie Tarallo, SCN Celeste Reedy, SCN Elaine Puthoff, SCN Barbara Spencer, SCN Betty Fracchia, SCN Rose Mary Maguire, SCN Marian Haney, SCN Lucille Phipps, SCN Mary Elaine Zehnder, SCN Mardi Jones Evelyn Hurley, SCN Shirley Nugent, SCN Gwen McMahon, SCN Ellen Paul McGovern, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN Spalding University Phyllis M. Passafiume Pat Kelley, SCN Elaine McCarron, SCN Connie Lusher, SCNA Mary Kevin Egan, SCN Eleanor Willett, SCN Catherine Lee, SCN Margaret H. Anderson Carmelita Dunn, SCN Mary Braley, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN JEAN LOUISE THOMAS, SCN Gladelle Hardenbergh URSULA THOMAS Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN ELINOR THOMPSON John Thompson PHYLLISS THOMPSON Bill Coughlin JOHN THURARKAL Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN KENNY TIMMONS Brenda Gonzales, SCN FRANK TODD, IV SCN Associates

KEITH TOLLIVER SCN Associates Theresa Knabel, SCN MARY EVELYN TOMASIAK, VSC Evelyn Fabrizio Joann Cech Bernie\Jim Swartz Joseph\Patty Tomasiak Dolly\Ken Bahrey Sandy Tomasiak John Tomasiak MR.\MRS. C.S. TRICHEL Frances O’Toole JOHN TRICHEL Frances O’Toole JOHN TYNAN Evelyn Hurley, SCN M. ROBERTINE ULAKY, VSC Andrew\Bernadine Kolesar MANUEL VALLE Evelyn Hurley, SCN VALLORIC FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Anna Marie Valloric ADALBERT VANDZURA, SCN Clement Marie Sabol, SCN Ron\Claudia Valenak Ruth\Morry Hecht Jean\Thomas Arzenti Paul Katus John Loretto Mueller, SCN Tom\Virginia Ogurchak Theresa\Paul Krepp Carl\Christine Kleysteuber Earline Hobbs, SCN JULIANA FLORENCE VARGAS Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN LAWRENCETTA VEENEMAN, SCN Ed\Linda Veeneman VIETNAM VETERANS Gerald G. Hubbs MARGARET VOLPERT Jim Volpert MARY PAUL WALSH, SCN Tim\Marcia Miller CATHERINE JOSEPH WARD, SCN Margaret A. Jenkins HAROLD WATHEN SCN Associates JOSEPHINE WATHEN, SCN Kathleen\Jack Finefrock ANDY WAYDA Barbara Gilmetti, SCN ELIZABETH ANN WEBB, SCN Ann Corrigan Mr.\Mrs. Jack C. Webb ANN CLIFFORD WEILAND Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Phyllis Dullea, SCN Anita Hager, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Theresa Cash, SCN Mary Austin Donovan, SCN Angela Hicks, SCN Miriam Louise Hauser, SCN Barbara MacDonald, SCN Celeste Reedy, SCN Ann Kernen, SCN Mary Joyce Kernen, SCN Mary Margaret Reid, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN Mary Loretto Krimple, SCN Ruth Ann Humphrey, SCN Susan Kilb, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN Mary Wimsatt, SCNA Charles Mary Burns, SCN Miriam Corcoran, SCN Eleanor Willett, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Mary Kevin Egan, SCN Patricia Kelley, SCN Patsy O’Toole, SCNA Evelyn Hurley, SCN Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Janet Dougherty, SCN Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Catherine Arnold, SCN SCN Associates Connie Tarallo, SCN Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN Virginia Blair, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Grace Maria Saia, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Phyllis M. Passafiume BOB WELLER Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN RICHARD\CLARA WELTON Corwyn\Dick Welton

ANNE WHITEHEAD, SCN Dr. Robert Scripko E.L.\Mary Wilkinson CLARA WILLETT, SCN Theresa Cash, SCN Pat Kelley, SCN Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Ed\Susan Neyer Eleanor Willett, SCN Sarah Mae Payne Grace Maria Saia, SCN Michelle Jeter J. Emmanuel\Dorothy Willett Lucille Payne Joseph\Celeste Russell Lucille Payne Mr.\Mrs. George R. Koenig Marilyn R. Willett Rachel Willett, SCN ALICE WILLS, SCN Patty Durham Miriam Corcoran, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Marie John Kelley, SCN Joan Robishaw, SCN Maureen Taaffe, SCN Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Ellen Contreras Maureen Taaffe, SCN CLAUDIA WIRTZ, SCN John\Lisa Rotunni ROBERT WOOD Martha L. Walsh ELLA WORLEY Mr.\Mrs. Jeff Gill PAT WRIGHT, SCN Thomas\Mary Powers Anna Marie Canary, SCN ASTHA XALXO Miriam Corcoran, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN CHRISTINE YURICK, VSC Mary Lou Yurick ZEHNDER FAMILY\DECEASED MEMBERS Patrice Rymarowicz MARY LOUISE ZELLICH Carol Thompson

HONORARIES SARA ANNE ABELL, SCN Robert Cammack JACQUELINE ACETO, SCN Anna Marie Rhodes, SCN NANCY AMLUNG Marylee King, SCN NARDINE AQUARDO, SCN The Assisi Foundation of Memphis, Inc. ARMENIAN SISTERS\ LEXINGTON, MASS. Barbara Gilmetti, SCN EUNICE ANN ARNOLD, SCN Eleanor Duke Fearns REGINA ATKINS, SCN Mary Jane Rhodes, SCN ELLEN MARIA BALLEW, SCN Cornelia M. Grenier THERESA BEAUMONT, SCNA Connie Lusher, SCNA CHRIS BECKETT, SCN Margaret Anderson AMINA BEJOS, SCN Deanna Hipwell HELENE BLAIR, SCNA Barbara Gilmetti, SCN KATHLEEN MARY BOHAN, SCN Connie K. Lusher, SCNA HIGINIA BOL, SCN\MASTER’S DEGREE SCN Western Province Office Angela Hicks, SCN MARTHA BORDERS, SCNA\ BIRTHDAY Brenda Gonzales, SCN MARY PATRICIA BRENNAN, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN MARIA VINCENT BROCATO, SCN Mr.\Mrs. Charles Brocato Vincent\Georgette Brocato MARY MULLEN BURKE\90TH BIRTHDAY Ann Susan Villa, SCN ANNA MARIE CANARY, SCN Mary K. Davis Cathy\Rick\Andrea\Michael Mattioni PHYLLIS JO CARTER Patsy O’Toole, SCNA CHARLES CASH\BIRTHDAY Mary Rita Hester

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Sisters of Charity of Nazareth THERESA CASH, SCN Al\Jeanne Cash ALICE CASPER, SCN Mary Ann Miller BRIDGID CLIFFORD, SCN Kenneth Severens Angela Hicks, SCN MIRIAM CORCORAN, SCN Johanna Camenisch CRADDOCK FAMILY Catherine C. Barrett ANN VICTORIA CRUZ, SCN\ BIRTHDAY Pat Kelley, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN Mary Rose Domalewski PAUL DAMOOL Martha L. Walsh, SCN MAUREEN DAUGHERTY, SCN\ BIRTHDAY Brenda Gonzales, SCN DOROTHY KUCERA DONOHUE Mary Susan Goodykoontz JULIE DRISCOLL, SCN Carol Johnston MARY DRISCOLL, MM Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Eileen Mary Meyer, SCN Mary Foeckler, SCN Mary Kevin Egan, SCN William Ann Hayden, SCN Vivian Mary Sabelhaus, SCN CARMELITA DUNN, SCN Carmen\William Warde Margaret\Ted Duerr Deanna Hipwell MARY ASSUMPTA DWYER, SCN Catherine Weckel EASTERN PROVINCE LEADERSHIP TEAM Barbara Gilmetti, SCN ANNE ELIZABETH ELAMPALATHOTTYIL, SCN\ GOLDEN JUBILEE Brenda Gonzales, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Rose Ann Howard, SCN Mary Serra Goethals, SCN SCN Western Province Office Ruth Marie McGaughran, SCN Susan Gatz, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN JOANN ERNST Trudy Bieger ADELINE FEHRIBACH, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Mary Pauletta Kane, SCN PASCHAL MARIA FERNICOLA, SCN Maureen M. Flaherty MARY FOECKLER, SCN James\Jeanine Thornberry Ann Susan Villa, SCN KAREN FRANK, SCNA Bradley\Laurie Smith Rhonda K. Hobbs Donna Christian McConnico Harold\Fay Ray Dr. Lynn Lavook-Cross Marilyn Wukits LUCY MARIE FREIBERT, SCN Zion Hermit Monks of Mount Carmel FRIENDS & FAMILY Evelyn Fugazzi, SCN EVELYN FUGAZZI, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN ISAMARY GARCIA, SCN\ RENEWAL OF VOWS Marilyn Shea, SCN Marlene Lehmkuhl, SCN SUSAN GATZ, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Mary Pauletta Kane, SCN Trudi Maish, SCNA Patsy O’Toole, SCNA Nora Ballard, SCNA BARBARA GILMETTI, SCN Rev. Nancy Reed MR.\MRS. JOHN GILMETTI Barbara Gilmetti, SCN JOSEPH GILMETTI Barbara Gilmetti, SCN JEAN GISH Johanna Gamenisch ELIZABETH GODE Anonymous GOLDEN JUBILARIANS Rita Hommrich, SCN Miriam E. Brown, SCN Mary Middendorf, SCN

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Agnes Siracusa, SCN Lucille Phipps, SCN Mary Elaine Zehnder, SCN GOLDEN JUBILARIANS\2010 Maureen Taaffe, SCN BRENDA GONZALES, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Mary Pauletta Kane, SCN Martha M. Mattingly James\Joyce Hunziker Dan\Alwhilda Emmel Valerie Sarma SHARON GRAY, SCN Angela Hicks, SCN REV. J. CLIFFORD GRISE Ruth Blodgett CARROLL GROSSMAN Anna Marie Rhodes, SCN MARIAN HANEY, SCN Mr.\Mrs. David Meyer MARY GEMMA HARLOW, SCN Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN Larry\Beverly Ladegast ANN\GENE HARP Kathleen Mary Bohan, SCN Eileen Mary Meyer, SCN HEALTH CARE TEAM Irene Satory, SCN BEVERLY\ADAM HESS Sophia\James Yang ANGELA HICKS, SCN Eleanor Duke Fearns MR.\MRS. BUD HORNUNG\25TH ANNIVERSARY Gail Collins, SCN HOUCK FAMILY\LIVING MEMBERS Jane Houck RONALD HOVANEC, VSC William\Nancy Knauer EVELYN HURLEY, SCN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN VICTOR JOHNSON\FAMILY Mary Eula Johnson, SCN ELIZABETH\FRANK KACZMAREK William\Nancy Knauer JOANN KAELIN-JONES Rita Dutton MARY PAULETTA KANE, SCN Richard\Beth Gill BRIDGET KAPPALUMAKAL, SCN\ GOLDEN JUBILEE Brenda Gonzales, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Rose Ann Howard, SCN Mary Serra Goethals, SCN SCN Western Province Office Ruth Marie McGaughran, SCN Susan Gatz, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN CAROLE KAUCIC, SCN Mark\Lisa Kaucic WALTER KEARNS Clement Marie Sabol, SCN BEA KELLER, SCN Karl M. Keller (dec.)

PAT KELLEY, SCN David Kelton MARY LOUISE CRUISE KENNEDY\BIRTHDAY Mark\Marjorie Fitzmaurice Alice M. Jones Tom\Tammy O’Connor Mary M. O’Connor MARYLEE KING, SCN Bill\Rosemary O’Bryan ROSEMARIE KIRWAN, SCN Robert R. Hackel THERESA KNABEL, SCN Edward\Betty Knabel MARY A. KOCH Libby\Wren Green\Family ANTOINETTE KOSTELNIK, SCN Ann Susan Villa, SCN TERESA KOTTURAN, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Mary Pauletta Kane, SCN Trudi Maish, SCNA EVA KOWALSKI, SCN Carol Heilman MARY KOWALSKI Luci\Michael Kowalski REV. MICAH KOZOIL Alice O’Connell, SCN Ann Horvat, SCN PAT KRALLMAN Trudy Bieger MARY LORETTO KRIMPLE, SCN Harriet Lair

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REBECCA RODENBAUGH, SCN Joyce O. McKinney CAROL ROGERS, SCN Angela Hicks, SCN Robert M. Fugazzi, SCNA MARY ANNE\BILL RYAN, SR. William Ryan, Jr. RICHARD RYAN Barbara Gilmetti, SCN CLEMENT MARIE SABOL, SCN Sally Dreher GRACE SAIA, SCN Pete\Joy Hibbard Teddi Niedzwiedz, SCNA\Frank Niedzwiedz SCN CONGREGATIONAL LEADERSHIP TEAM Barbara Gilmetti, SCN SCNs\CHRISTMAS Patricia Sitter SCNs WHO TAUGHT AT HOLY NAMES SCHOOL\MEMPHIS, TENN.\LIVING Josephine M. Wood SCNs WHO TAUGHT AT LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL\MEMPHIS, TENN.\LIVING Carol Handwerker John Blendell DONALD\JEANMARIE SHARRETTS Georgette\Vince Brocato MARY ANGELA SHAUGHNESSY, SCN Maureen Coughlin, SCN Terrance\Carrie Dillon Karen M. Juliano, SCNA MARILYN SHEA, SCN Robert\Roseanne Stalter BETTY SHELTON, SCN Carol\Thomas Zanin SILVER JUBILARIANS Lucille Phipps, SCN Mary Elaine Zehnder, SCN CECILIA SIMICK, SCN Dr. Matthew Schuck AGNES REGINA SIRACUSA, SCN Pauline Hastings HARLAND SMITH Anna Marie Rhodes, SCN MARIAN STENKEN, SCN Ann Marie Sullivan MONICA TIGGA, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN HELEN TILLOTSON Kim Tillotson BETTY VANNUCCI, SCN Rita Schafer Dr. Robert Scripko ELIZABETH EMMANUEL VATTAKUNNEL, SCN\GOLDEN JUBILEE Brenda Gonzales, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Rose Ann Howard, SCN Mary Serra Goethals, SCN SCN Western Province Office Ruth Marie McGaughran, SCN Susan Gatz, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN TERESA VELLOOTHARA, SCN\ GOLDEN JUBILEE Brenda Gonzales, SCN Anna Marie Canary, SCN Rose Ann Howard, SCN Mary Serra Goethals, SCN SCN Western Province Office Ruth Marie McGaughran, SCN Susan Gatz, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN

JEANNE MARY WATHEN, SCN\ BIRTHDAY Anna Marie Canary, SCN FRANCES WEBB Maria Cecilia Emanuelli, SCN MARY WEDDING, SCN Kathleen A. Garity WESTERN PROVINCE LEADERSHIP TEAM Mary Boyce Barbara Gilmetti, SCN ANGELA WETHINGTON, SCN John\Donna Pfiester JOSEPH MARITA WHEATLEY, SCN Elizabeth\Thomas Beckham KITTY WILSON, SCN Edna A. Sadie KITTY WILSON, SCN\ FAMILY Catherine C. Barrett ROBERTA MARIA WIMPSETT, SCN Catherine M. Ballard William T. Cox ALICE TERESA WOOD, SCN Larry\Glenda Hill PAT WORLEY, SCN Mr.\Mrs. Jeff Gill Richard\Beth Gill Alan\Barbara Johnson GRACE XALXO, SCN Brenda Gonzales, SCN MARY ELAINE ZEHNDER, SCN Richard\Jacinta Goetz

The Journey is produced by the Office of Congregational Advancement. Contributors for this publication include: Diane Curtis, Dana Hinton, Spalding Hurst, Dianne Smith, Janice White, Leslie Wilson, Robin Weber; SCNAs Theresa Beaumont, Patsy O’Toole, Trudi Maish, Peggy Masterson; SCNs Tess Browne, Susan Gatz, Carlette Gentle, Corrine Giel, Bridget Kappalumakal, Roselyn Karakattu, Teresa Kotturan, Malini Manjoly, Rebecca Miles, Mary Elizabeth Miller, Teresa Rose Nabholz, Leena Padam, Camille Panich, and Rita Spalding.

2009

was a year of deepening our connections and working with others to manifest God’s presence in the world.

Our ministries expanded and strengthened and together we worked to deepen our lives of prayer and service to others.

In small groups and large groups we came together to plan for the future and rejoice at the past.

Around the world members of the SCN family looked for new and creative ways to connect and share their charism. The Congregation launched a more interactive Web site and members of the SCN family embraced Skype, Facebook, and Twitter.

Thanks to technology, two Sisters miles apart and unable to travel, one in Pittsburgh and one in Nazareth, both in their eighties, were able to meet each other for the first time via video conference. And the first Indian Sisters to make vows as SCNs fifty years ago were able to join in prayer over the Internet with Golden Jubilarians at the Motherhouse.

Yet another memorable moment, the smile on a donor’s face when she was able to use Skype to connect with the child she sponsors in India, so the two could talk face to face.

Together we strengthened our oneness around the world, and together we celebrated the first anniversary of two Congregations becoming one. Weaving our lives together, Sisters began to move from Nazareth to Pittsburgh and from Pittsburgh to Nazareth to pray, work and minister side by side.

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As 2009 came to an end, and we reflected upon the powerful experiences and many blessings, yet another blessing took place — the discovery of a baby at Christmas. The baby was found abandoned in a shopping bag wrapped in a torn skirt in the Howra–New Delhi — Janata Express train station on a bitter cold morning. Passengers discovered the little girl and gave her to police who in turn brought the child to Nazareth Hospital. Sisters cared for and cleaned the baby, dressed her in warm clothes and blankets, and gave her a name. “Christi” (our Christmas gift) found many hands and hearts reaching out to her.

The news of her birth quickly spread as local newspapers inquired about her discovery. Orphaned on the day of her birth, in less than a week’s time, Christi found herself in the comforting, caring and loving embrace of the SCN family and a childless couple who had prayed for a little girl.

Over and over, we are reminded of the importance of connections — of relationships that make us stronger, that extend our reach, that help to witness to God’s continual presence in our lives. These pages are stories that celebrate God’s goodness, and you share in the beauty. Thank you for your part in making all this possible.

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Empowering Women Empowering women is at the heart of many programs sponsored

by SCNs. The Mission Statement for the Congregation calls SCNs to “work for justice in solidarity with oppressed persons, especially the economically poor and women …” This value is lived out in various ways in SCN ministries in the United States, Belize, Botswana, India and Nepal.

Sokho, located in the state of Bihar, is a very remote village. As you travel to the village the distances between each town grow larger, the road becomes more treacherous and huge rocks jut out of the earth. There is little sign of life — human or animal. The somewhat paved road gives way to a river. You must follow the dirt path on the other side of the river, full of holes and bumps, until the path seems to disappear and then finally you see a school rising out of the ground in the distance. The weather in Sokho can be unpredictable, malaria is prevalent, and there are few opportunities to make a living. Our Sisters, far from any town and any other SCNs, spend their days running a school, hostel, clinic, and empowerment programs. The impact the Sisters have on hundreds of lives is overwhelming. To connect with the residents, the only path is by foot, so you must hike a distance into the village where the residents live in mud huts or simple buildings constructed from wood. Some women in the village are able to earn a little money by making plates out of leaves while the older children, who are kept from attending school, are relied upon to care for younger siblings. Because of Leena Padam, SCN, far left, coordinates empowerment programs for women the desolate location, and the poverty stricken conditions, living in the very remote village of Sokho, India. Through empowerment illness is rampant, food is sometimes hard to come by, and programs, women are transformed into self reliant, confident decision people are so desperate that crime has been on the rise. makers who speak up and advocate for themselves.

Residents sometimes live in fear of being threatened or attacked.

In India, Sisters have been empowering women and children for six decades. Many of these women face numerous obstacles, they Working closely with the families, the Sisters are trying to build have little access to education and as a result do not learn to read, a just and peaceful community and to bring an end to child write or handle finances. In some areas, families keep their girl marriages, human trafficking, and child labor. The Sisters are children home so that they can care for and support the family. tireless in their efforts to educate, empower and improve health In some cases young girls have even been sold by their families care. Health classes, offered by Sushma Xaxa, SCN, teach women and end up being trafficked as sex slaves or domestic servants.

Hope is now coming to many of these women.

Through empowerment programs, SCNs work to transform women into self-reliant, confident decision makers who speak up and advocate for themselves and others. These women attend classes on a number of topics and they have the opportunity to learn a trade so they can support themselves.

The SCN ministry with women in the tiny village of Sokho is one of the success stories. Leena Padam, SCN, has launched numerous programs aimed at helping women help themselves. But to understand the impact that Sister Leena and other SCNs are having in that village, one must understand what it is like to live in Sokho.

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Dozens of women in Sokho, India, attend classes with Sister Leena. They are learning to read, write, handle finances, and the importance of educating their children. Because they have come together, they are eligible as a group for subsidized loans. These loans have made it possible for the women to learn a trade in order to support themselves and their families.

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The women decided to become weavers but it would take six months of arduous training and the overcoming of some stereotypes. Shanti Hembrom, a weaver says, “I thought only men weave clothes and I did not even know how the clothes were made. I thought some chemical was used for the clothes to be together. It is an amazing incident for us to know the fact that we can make clothes which people can use in any society.” Seven women have successfully completed the initial training, others are now wanting to follow in their footsteps having witnessed the transformation of these women.

Sister Leena has also worked with women regarding land holding rights. Where there had been no land holding rights for women, SCNs offer empowerment programs in Belize, Central America. In the village of Las Flores, women are learning English as a Second Language. Carlette Gentle, SCN, is six Muslim Women’s groups have now formed helping the women learn more about the importance of nutrition and ways in which they a Federation to both challenge the situation might create meals for themselves and their families. and take up community farming. They did so by putting their family land together for how to better care for themselves and their families and ways to community farming. In the first year of their cultivation, each prevent malaria. The women are also learning the importance of group made a profit. These women are now eagerly waiting for a sending their children to school. second loan in order to do something on a larger scale.

Noting that the key to rising from difficult conditions is the ability to earn a living, Sister Leena has worked to bring the women together to start their own cottage industries.

Over the years SCNs have observed that those who are poor have a difficult path to travel on their own, but as a group, they are able to achieve great things and move forward, Sister Leena is currently working closely with six tribal women’s Self Help Groups (SHG) to help them form a Federation in order to more successfully avail government provisions under the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA).

NREGA gives loans to women’s Self Help Groups with a 50 percent subsidy so that as a group they can begin any trade. Coming together as one Federation makes it possible for the women to collect a larger amount.

Sister Leena has had to overcome many hurdles while working with the women. She had to help the women learn to work together. Sister Leena also had to ease the women’s anxiety at the prospect of receiving a large sum of money at one time. She says the women were anxious because not one of them could ever imagine that they would be the recipient of such large sums of money and they were keenly aware that the government was not eager to give a subsidy to what they view as “simple tribal women.”

Another hurdle was helping the women reach a consensus about what income generating trade they should take up as a group.

As the Sokho Sisters strive to build a just and peaceful community in Sokho, they hold fast to the daring spirit of Mother Catherine as they face unending challenges. If you would like to support empowerment programs, visit the SCN Website at www. scnfamily.org or contact Leslie Wilson, Director of Development at (502) 348-1551 to discuss ways you can be involved.

Women in Botswana, Africa, proudly display the items they have created. The women are part of an empowerment program where they learning new skills including how to sew.

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Anniversaries & Vows

Silver Jubilarians celebrated in Mokama, India, with a Mass in December 2009: SCNs Amelia Moras, Dolcie D’Mello, Leena Toppo, Malini Manjoly, Manisha Azhakathu, Regina Ekka, Elizabeth Lobo, Philomina Bading, Saleth Mary Arockiam, and Saroj Visuwasam.

SCNs who celebrated Golden Jubilees: Joan Wilson, Nancy Jane O’Reilly, Patricia Ann Healey, John Loretto Mueller, Barbara Gilmetti, Mary Michelle Naber, Jeanine Jaster, Carole Kaucic, Kitty Wilson, Gail Collins, Carmelita Dunn, Mary de Sales Kolhoven, Theresa Knabel and Janice Campbell.

Four Sisters in India celebrated their Golden Jubilee in India as well.

These four were the first women to enter the Congregation from India:

Chris Kunze, SCN, made perpetual vows. Dozens of SCNs, family members, and friends turned out for the celebration. Sister Chris, front row, third from left, is in ministry in Belize where she works with children who are infected or affected by the HIV/AIDS virus.

SCNs Anne Elizabeth Vattakunnel, Elizabeth Emmanuel Vattakunnel, Bridget Kappalumakal, and Teresa Velloothara.

Dozens gathered to celebrate Marie Flowers’ entrance into Candidacy in December 2009, at St. Vincent Church, Nazareth, Ky. Pre-novices who entered the Novitiate on April 26, 2009, in India: SCNs Angela Lepcha, Celestine Reshma Pais, Emilia Tudu, G. Helen Sathiya, I. Maria Savari, Jetti Swarupa Rani, M. Paska Mary, Sonali Sonamoti Soren and Sushila Bahanda. Five candidates entered the Pre-Novitiate in Ranchi, India, in July 2009. Fourteen young women entered the candidacy.

Those who made first vows on April 25, 2009, in India: SCNs Anita Murmu, Josephine Arul Arokiam, Mary Bincy Joseph, Mukta Marandi, P. Jansal, Ringemit Lepcha and Sushila Marandi.

Eight Sisters professed Perpetual Vows on May 10, 2009 in Mokama, India: SCNs Ankita Thomas, Aruna Kerketta, Celine Saldanha, Helen Tirkey, Joicy Joy, Maxima Bara, Princy Mathew, and Swati Tirkey.

Isa Garcia, SCN, renewed her vows at St. Rita Church in Louisville, Ky. Sister Isa is in ministry at St. Rita Parish which enjoys a rich Hispanic membership.

SCNs in Pittsburgh celebrated anniversaries to religious life: • • •

Marie Joanita Fedor, SCN, 50 years SCNs Mary Jean Kubilus, Dolores Ann Therasse, and Marita Pozek, 60 years SCNs Mary Victorine Deley, Loretta Polaski, Ligorius Kracinovsky and Bertille Janek, 75 years

In South Boston, Mass., March 25, 2009, the anniversaries to religious life were recognized in a Mass for the following SCNs: • • • • Paris Slapikas, SCN, renewed her vows in August 2009, during the liturgy at Blessed Theresa Parish in Louisville, Ky.

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Evelyn Hurley, SCN, 75 years Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN, 67 years Agnes Ellen Rose, SCN, 59 years Janet Dougherty, SCN, 52 years

DONORS BY STATE OR COUNTRY ADDRESS UNKNOWN Larry Clark William K. Ellery CANADA Christpetra Okeke Margaret R. Hatala Gracy Mathew and Joseph Kalathananiyil Dr. and Mrs. Matthew Schuck Ellen T. Sullivan CHINA George Lorr JAPAN Christine M. Yoshioka KOREA Hae-Rim Kang Rhee James D. Smith MEXICO Nelson and Isamary Garcia ALABAMA Hillcrest Orthodontics, P.C. Martha Beeler Vincent and Georgette Brocato Daria Ann Brocato Dorothy Elizabeth Brown Richard E. Brown Donald P. Domico Richard and Diana Foote Charles R. Greenwell Cornelia Hughes Martha and Joseph Marston Susan and Kevin Mossholder Tracy Sadowski Isabelle Sadowski Jane T. Watson ARIZONA Zion Carmelite Community Catherine C. Barrett Janet and George DeMorales John and Carol Harrison Don and Regina Johnston Sam and Patty Manning Kathleen and Raymond Martinez Joan and Ervin McGrath John and Alice Powers Shirley M. Rogers Dolores K. Roman Sandy Tillotson Kimberley A. Tillotson ARKANSAS Knights of Columbus (Council #4143) Leather Brothers, Inc. Elizabeth and Karl Christ Justin and Hallene Dillier Jim Flaherty Karen and Paul Griffith John and Theresa Hall Phil and Beth Herlein Joy and Pete Hibbard Peggy and Louis Jordan Dorothy M. Marshall Garland and Dottie Massanelli Steven Joseph McNeil

Kenneth McNeil Sarah and Jeff Mitchell Ida Rose Morgan Thomas and Barbara J. Nabholz Tim and Brenda Nabholz Gregory Charles Nabholz Helen Nugent Joseph J. Pierre Phyllis Rains James D. Rengers Elinor and Henry Rohlman Florence B. Sands Samuel and Carolyn Smith Kathy Strack Clara M. Troillet Robert and Theresa Tyler CALIFORNIA GoodSearch Tin Man Dental Supplies, Inc. Saint Paul Mission Circle (LaHabra, Calif.)

Phymia and Thomas Abraham Nancy L. Ballard Mary Ann Field Barrall Nora Bonhomme Claire Breen Maria A. Cabral Anni Donahue Leo G. Egan, Jr. Stephen R. Finn Robert E. Fordham Jacqueline and Philip Francais Cornelia Grenier David W. Hamilton Sally A. Hamrock Michael Herrmann, M.D. and Mary Adams-Herrmann Dorothy Howlett Nancy Koblensky Ann and Peter Kochuparambil Patsy Charles Mallmann Richard and Faye Miltenberger Roger and Gloria Mullendore Anne Lynne Sullivan Negus Diane Novakoski Elias and Lucy Pacheco Carol and James Pistorino Marietta Riney James C. Riordan John and Lisa Rotunni Anita and Dennis Rummens Thomas and Thankamma Vellaringattu William and Dolores Wallace Margaret and Karl Wang David Warren Mary Ruth Wheatley Marilyn Rae Willett Kathleen Zimmerman and Bhagwan Thacker COLORADO Janet and Garry Anderson Josemay and Don Anderson Robert and Joan Atkin Anne M. Beavan Pam and Mark Borer Ronald Bornhoft Becky and William Brinkmeier Gilbert and Anna Callow Joy and Miguel Castillo William and Etta Chambers Margaret and Joseph Choy Thomas E. Courant

John E. Crowley, Sr. Catherine and Peter Dang Nadia and Steve DeGrazio Omer and Berlinda Delgado Frederick J. Doyle, Jr. James and Joanne Farver Suzann and Ernest Ficco Bernadel Fisher Denise R. Garrison Sandra and James Garvey Edward and Lorraine Grange Darryl B. Grosjean Thomas Hannon Julia Hill-Nichols Rex and Rebecca Hogan Debora A. Jones William C. King Diane E. and R. K. Kozovich Kenneth and Mary Ann Kroneberger Alice Mae Lewis Kevin E. Lofton Mr. and Mrs. John L. Lontine Richard and Patricia Lueb Monica and Andrew McBride Karen and Andres Moreira Aldo and Peggie Notarianni Elizabeth and Samuel Novak Carla M. Padilla Paula E. Palotay Margaret M. Reinert Anne K. Sarazen John and Kay Shunk Nancy J. Simpson Susan A. Sisitki Lisa and Gary Smith C. Holly Stickle Carey Thompson Vie Thorgren, SCNA, and Richard Thorgren Vivian P. Welliever Jennifer R. Wherry

Judy and Robert Wilcox David and Diane Zile CONNECTICUT Ruth D. Blodgett Eileen Connell Nancy Lee Gallagher Anna Kim Beatrice Lacombe Gail A. MacLean Edward and Jacquelyn Miller Major Beverly J. Schilke DELAWARE Vincent L. Di Leonardo DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Richard and Emily Swartz FLORIDA Rose H. Accardi J. Watson Allgier Rosily Ampalathumkal Rev. Karl Aschmann, CssR Doris and Robert Barletta Bettye Jeanne Black James and Joanne Bobay Shirley Bohnert Robert L. Bolgeo Teresa A. Bonfield Julio J. Bordas Jane A. Clark John and Barbara Ann Collins Joseph L. Connolly Maria Elena and Jose Costa Paul and Phyllis Dawson Lucille and David Fannin Philip and Kathleen Federle James and Theresa Gillece Suzanne Ann Gray William and Phyllis Haladay Kenneth and Charlotte Hatcher

Nancy E. Henley Nancy L. Hoskins Jo Ann and Shirley Kelly Mary Sue and Bill Lewis Muriel R. Lomenick James and Jane McCabe Nell and Jerry Monarch Kelly and Casey Money Sheree and Christopher Paskert Stephen and Marcella Phillips Arthur and Jill Plummer Barbara K. Ross and James J. Fait Elizabeth H. Sheeran Kathleen Sheeran Wanda L. Siegle Martha A. Smelser Mary A. Spalding Patricia and Francis Spirito Gerald and Katherine Stevens John C. Thompson Daniel and Jane Trosper Jeanette and Floyd Webb James and Fredericka White Carolyn White Kitty Wilson, SCN Alice-Lee and Douglas Wynter Elda S. Zanin GEORGIA June E. Alberto Katherine E. Ambellan Elizabeth P. Andert David and Kimberly Barnett Clare Terrell Berry Kenny Bohrman Mary Theresa Boone Mary and Vernon Carter John and Bonnie Coleman Mary R. Cox Dorothy M. Healy Margaret J. Hess

Members of the SCN family in Botswana, strengthened and grew our programs for children. Thanks to the installation of a water tank, they were able to plant a garden to help provide food for families. SCNs also expanded their involvement in health care ministries by staffing a new ground breaking facility that provides high quality palliative care and support to those infected or affected by HIV/AIDs. The hospice is named “Pabalelong” — Home of Love and Care. There is no facility of this kind in the entire country so this is a pioneering institution.

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Sonya Houston Lucy and Gary Lee Patricia Lynch-Hayes Brian and Christine Maddy Martha and Richard Metzgar Lois A. Patrizia Mary A. and Claude Schneider Mary D. Swank Jewell and M.J. Sweeney Robert and Mildred Thomas Mary C. Toombs Doris and Patrick Wathen ILLINOIS Cook County Hospital Patricia A. Anderson Richard and Mary Bagnieweki Elizabeth Barrett Maria and Michael Berthold Maury Collins Robert and Leigh Ann Costello Dan and Patty Driscoll-Shaw M. Jane Eaves Nick Foster Timothy and Trude Harrington Irene S. Hoffman Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Jacobs Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Elizabeth Diane Jones Marilyn and Edward Kramer Cyrilla K. Lambesis Philip T. Lamich Joseph Longo Annamma Mangalasseril Thomas Melkovitz Sandra Ohler Ann Olson Edward F. Rowzee Robert and Regina Russell George and Carol Shelton William Smith Sandra and Robert Spicer Jane S. Spratt Joseph W. Twombly Little Flower Vachachira Gloria and Raul Venzon Doris M. Verbeke Milton A. Wright INDIANA Gerta Antle Fleurette Benckart Jane Byrd Cy J. Chowattukunnel James and Sue Ciccarelli Eugene and Mary Alice Coveney Dorothy A. Doyle Robert and Mary Edelen Carol and Kim Fisher Hope and Robert Fisse Stephen and Diane Goffinet Rita Hagenow Carol Handwerker and John Blendell Anna Mae Hinton Marilyn Huegerich, OSF George A. and Betty Ann Hutt Walter and Helen Kindler Cheryl Ann Kitchin Jeffrey J. Lax Lucian and Margaret Lupinski Elizabeth MacDougall, SCN Donna and Daniel Majewski Thomas McBride Felix Mudd

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Helen Jane Murphy Eileen and Jack Nelson William and Rosemary O’Bryan Diane Pharo, SCN Janet Quagliara Robyn and John Reinhart Vance and Michelle Renninger Joan and Thomas Rillo Lisa and Martin Roth Thelma Saphara Jeni Schmitt James and Patricia Taylor Letitia L. Walter Melanie R. Wermuth Anna Mae Werne Terri and Melvin Ziliak IOWA Catholic Daughters of America (Spencer, Iowa) Carolyn Boecker Rachel Engelhardt Leo and JoAnn Folsom Al and Shirley Heitzman Jeffrey and Queen Jensen John R. Kohlstedt Dennis and Terri Ludwig Vernon and Winifred Nieland Michael W. Robert Dr. and Mrs. Louis Russell Teresa and Robert Smith Barbara F. Spencer, SCNA Omer F. Topf Margaret and Melbourne Wilson KANSAS A. Dean and Alma Lee Fechter Joyce A. Lasseter James and Theodora Petosa Richard and Corwyn Welton KENTUCKY Bluegrass Seed & Fertilizer Bowling’s Nursery, Inc. Building Crafts, Inc. (Highland Heights, Ky.) Candy for Caring corecubed (Louisville, Ky.) Council of Religious Diocese of Owensboro Highland Roofing Incarnation Catholic Church (Louisville, Ky.) Jones, Nale, & Mattingly, PLC Knights of Columbus (Council # 3379) LaSalette Class of 1958 Nazareth Campus Service Nazareth Home Community Services Nazareth Home Pastoral Care Team Office of Congregational Advancement Peoples Exchange Bank Rueff Sign Company Saint Joseph Health System SCN Associates SCN Media Center SCN Western Province (Nazareth) A. J. Seibert Co., Inc. Sisters of Charity (Bard.

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Sisters of Charity (Lou. 1418 Goddard) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Bonnycastle) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Breckenridge) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Eastern Pkwy) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Illinois) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Jaeger) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Newburg 204) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Newburg 504) Sisters of Charity (Lou. 203 Marksfield) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Willow) Sisters of Charity Motherhouse Mini-Shop Sisters of Charity (Naz. COFA/POFA) Sisters of Charity (Naz. David 102) Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3-D) Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3G) Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3I) Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3J) Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3K) Sisters of Charity (Naz. Motherhouse)

Sisters of Charity (Naz. Motherhouse Ceramics Dept) Sisters of Charity (Naz., SCN Center Convent) Software Management, LLC St. Anthony Catholic Church St. Jerome Church St. Augustine Church (Lebanon, Ky.) St. Francis Xavier Church St. Patrick Leprechauns St. Vincent dePaul Society (Bardstown, Ky.) St. Vincent dePaul Society (Fancy Farm, Ky.) St. William Church (Louisville, Ky.) Stamps/Postcard Ministry (Motherhouse) Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital Laboratory Staff United Grafix Woodward Hobson & Fulton Rev. Robert M. Abel Veronica and Joseph Abell George H. Abell, Jr. Robert and Peggy Adams Joyce Adams Patricia M. Adams Frances and John Allen Herman Alles Janet and John Ames Nancy Amlung Edward W. Ammon, Jr. Jane Amshoff Brenda Anderson, SCN

Margaret H. Anderson Anne L. Ardery Catherine Arnold, SCN Therese Arru, SCN Louis and Susan Arru Larry D. Ashlock Joseph L. Atherton Regina Atkins, SCN Steve W. Auslander, D.M.D. Jackie Ayres Suzanne Bach Margaret J. Baird Marie Anne Ballard, SCN Nora J. Ballard, SCNA Dorothy C. Ballard Susan R. Ballard Carolyn R. Ballard Nancy and John Ballard Catherine Therese Barber OSU Louis S. and Betty Carol Barber Ben C. Barber Ignatius Maria Barbour, SCN Eleanor T. Barnes Anna Mary Barr Raluca Barzu John and Lynn Bauscher Renato Bautista and Ninfa Paredes Theresa A. Beaumont Dominique and Mary Beausejour Judy and William Beaven Carolyn A. Beckett Janet Bee Eloise Beebe Jack and Diane Beeckler Rosamary and Clarence Bell

Mrs. Barbara A. Bennett and Dr. Leslie B. Branch Thomas and Trudy Bieger Mary Elise Biegert Ruth A. Bittel Peggy and Richard Black Christine and John Black Virginia Blair, SCN Cecily and Joe Blair Sue and Martin Blakeley Joyce and James Blandford Kirby and Nancy Blandford Mary and Kenneth Bobzien Margaret and Paul Bode Deborah A. Bogenschutz Monica and Millard Boggs Kathleen Mary Bohan, SCN Luke Boiarski, SCN Elizabeth and Charles Bonifer Mary and Stephen Bonn Carol Ann Bonn, SCN Edna Boone Joyce and Robert Boone Linda and Roger Boots Alfred M. Bosemer Sara and James Boswell Dolores and John Bourke Joseph and Cheryl Bowling Al and Mary Ann Bowling Mary and Bernard Bowling Mary F. Boyce Nancy and James Bradley Janet and Paul Bradley

Wilhelmina Brady, SCNA Merle B. Brady Rosemary and Charles Brauch Ronald and Charlene Braunwart Ann O. Bresler Ron and Orline Briney Maria Vincent Brocato, SCN Barbara H. Brown Ann and George Brown Robert and Mary Brown Jude Hall Buckler Ralph and Judith Buckley Frances and Bernard Burch David and Susan Burch Anna and Glenn Burd Mary Anne Burkardt, SCN Virginia M. Burkart Rev. John R. Burke Jo Ann Burke Christine and Thomas Burnett Mary Burns, SCN Charles Mary Burns, SCN Hazel M. Caldwell Bettye E. Calvert Mary Jeanette Cambron, SCN Mike and Barbara Cambron Johanna Camenisch Janice Campbell, SCN Richard M. Campbell Joan Campbell Anna Marie Canary, SCN Patricia and Richard Cardosi

Clara L. Carrico Phyllis J. Carter Judith Gayle and Frank Case Anne and Charles Case Theresa Cash, SCN Alice Casper, SCN Sharon M. Cecil, SCNA Frances and Donatus Cecil Teresa Cecil Jean Bland Cecil Helen Cecil Toni and Brad Cecil Betty and Martin Cecil Martha and Douglas Chagnon Martha and Vincent Cheshire M. Denise Chickey Lynn and Michael Chilelli John A. Chilko Cecilia and Robert Chou Walter Clancy Pamela J. Clark Joan Clem Dorothy H. Clements Jill and John Clements Marilyn Clemons Robert Michael Coakley Janet Colgan Gail Collins, SCN Joan and Charles Collins Charles Comer Paul R. Coomes Stephen D. Coomes Henrietta and Paul Coomes

Byron and Kay Corbett Miriam Corcoran, SCN James E. Corey Diana Cotton Catherine L. Couch Maureen Coughlin, SCN Mary K. Coulson Nola and Charles Courtney Dario and Madeline Covi Mary Louise Craven Jane Crawford Norman and Laverne Crawford Marlene Crimmins Michaella Cronin, SCN Ann Victoria Cruz, SCN Bootsie and Raffo Culver Michael and Barbara Czirr Mary Jo Dant John and Ruth Darcy Betty and Carl Darnell Margaret Lillian Davenport, SCN Bobby G. Davis Betty J. Delius Mary V. Dellinger Norma and Edward Delmenhorst Michael and Margaret Delord Martha and Thomas Depenbrock Theresa and Frank DeSensi Thomas and Mary Despain Carolyn and Patrick Despeaux

David DeVita Mr. and Mrs. John Dickerson Francis Dixon Statia S. Dodge J. Jeffrey and Marilyn Doerr Mary Rose Domalewski Jerome and Eleanor Domek Charles and Geneva Donahue Marian Judith Donohue, SCNA Mary Austin Donovan, SCN William T. Dotson, Jr. Colleen Douglas Margaret and William Downey Janice Downs, SCN Mary Ellen Doyle, SCN Julie Driscoll, SCN Mary E. Driscoll, MM Mary and Martin Due Mary Dullea, SCN Phyllis Ann Dullea, SCN Donald and Dorothy Dulude Debra and James Dunaway Carmelita Dunn, SCN Jean M. Durkin Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN Trudy A. Dyer Sue Eckmans, SCNA, and William Eckmans Josephine W. Edelen Catherine and John Edelen Margaret and Billy Edelen Frankie L. Edlin Tammy R. Edlin George D. Effinger Mary Kevin Egan, SCN Amanda and Leonard Ehringer J. M. and Shirley Ehrler Mary and John Eichberger Kathy and Doug Elam Mary Naomi Elder, SCN Gordon C. Elliott Gerry Ellis Maria Cecilia Emanuelli, SCN Carole and Rodney Embry Carol Etler Paula Fargen Clara and William Farnau Betty Ann Farnsley Gordon and Mary Faulkner George and Mary Ann Feger, Jr. Kay Fewell Caroline Field, SCN Marjorie Fisher, SCN Cecilia Fister Sandra and Robert Fitz Lorena Fleischmann, SCN Marie Flowers Mary Foeckler, SCN Mary K. Foley Julia Clare Fontaine, SCN Helen Gertrude Fontaine, SCN Dennis and Beth Ford Peggy Fowkes, SCN Joan and Lou France Mary and William Francow Mary Gene Frank, SCNA Dorothy Jean Franke Arlene and Robert Fraraccio Jean Frazier Donald and El Frey Margaret and George Frey Nancy and B.J. Frey George and Santina Fritz Evelyn Fugazzi, SCN Robert M. Fugazzi, SCNA

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Mary Fusiek Donald and Dorothy Gammon Kenneth and Dorothy Gammon Charlene and Tom Gandolfo Lula Elizabeth Gant Donald and Mary Garr Anthony and Rose Garvey John Spalding Gatton Nell Gatz Susan Gatz, SCN Mike W. Gaudinier Eloise Geesaman Imogene Geiger Malcolm Geoghegan William and C.H. Geoghegan Margaret S. Gibson Frank J. Gitschier John Glasford Marjorie K. Godecker Frances K. and Marvin H. Goetz Richard and Jacinta Goetz Brenda Gonzales, SCN Randall and Karen Graehler Rev. James W. Graf, SCNA Michael and Diane Graf Heidi Graham Sharon Grant Maura and Clyde Graven Rev. Robert B. Gray Sharon Gray, SCN Mr. and Mrs. Lucian Green Dolores Greenwell, SCN Emily E. Greenwell Mr. and Mrs. James E. Greenwell Nancy and Paul Gries Marie and Augustus Griffin Leo Griffin Kimberly and Robert Grissom Margaret S. Groeschen Scott Grosser Margaret A. Guilford Gerald and Elinor Habich Suzanne E. Hackmiller Julia S. and Joseph Harold Hagan Gianina and Patrick Hagan Agnes Marie Hagan, SL Anita Hager, SCN Dorothy Ann Hall Steve and Nina Hall Mary E. Hall Marie Halpin Leo and Jenny Hamilton Thomas R. Hamilton Katharine Hanrahan, SCN Rev. John W. Hanrahan Charles and Virginia Hans Doris C. Haragan Anna Jeanne Hardesty, SCN Kathleen Hardesty Patricia C. Harms Ann and Gene Harp Greg Harper Genevieve Ann Harris Mary L. Harrod John and Elizabeth Hart Allene W. Hatfield JoAnn Hau Miriam Louise Hauser, SCN Darrell and Beth Hawkins Ann V. Hayden, SCNA LaVella and Gene Hayden David and Mary Stuart Haydon

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Leona Haydon Eleanora T. Hays Robert and Lisa Heath William and Arlene Heath Barbara and James Heil Carol Heilman George R. Heise John and Peggy Helm Mr. and Mrs. William R. Hemmer, Sr. James and Theresa Hengehold David and Julie Hengehold Bernadette Maria Henkel, SCN Mary W. Henning Dorothy and Joseph Herrmann Mary Beth and Milton L. Hettinger Margaret Hicks Janet Hicks Mary Casil Pousardien Hilger Patricia Marie Hill, SCN Mary E. Hill Darlene and William Hill Barbara C. Hill Mary and Ernest Hillenmeyer Maria Hines John P. Hines Patricia and Carl Hinkel Irene M. Hinton Deanna Hipwell Bob and Nadine Hite Earline Hobbs, SCN Flora W. Hobbs Mr. and Mrs. George Hoerter George and Viola Hoffman Mary Hoffman Theresa Hohmann Marilyn M. Hohmann Anthony Holt Rita Hommrich, SCN Karen and Fred Horlander Helen and Frank Horlander Brenda and J. Dawson Horn Jane Houck Peter and Mary Houck William Edward Howard Dorothy L. Howard William and Rebecca Hunter Margaret C. Hyland Marlona R. Ice Carol and Charles Iglehart Marynell and Donald Isaacs Mary Eugene Ivie, SCN Dorothy Jackson, SCN Lillian Jarnagin H. Clifford Jasper Kathleen M. Jeffers Patricia and Frank Jemley Ruth A. Johnson Cheryl Johnson and Gerald Rapien Jack and Carol Johnson Lois S. Johnson Alan and Barbara Johnson Mardeth Jones Maria Elena Jones Cordia B. Jones Agnes and Edward Jury Shirley H. Just Mary Pauletta Kane, SCN Dorothy E. Kappesser David and Anne Karem John F. Kastensmidt Alicia and D. B. Kazee Catherine L. Kearns Carolyn Keelen

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Anna Catherine Keene Leslie Keene, Jr. Beatrice Ann Keller, SCN Rev. Theodore A. Keller Dennis J. and Betty C. Keller Patricia Kelley, SCN Mrs. Louis Kelly Margaret and Daniel Kennedy Virginia M. Kern, SCNA Alice Marita Kern, SCN Jerome Kern Ronald and Janet Ketterer John and Mary Keyer Sharon and Ronald Kidd Vicky and Ronald Kiefer Susan Kilb, SCN Lisa Kilkelly Marylee King, SCN Pat and Tom King Cynthia Kirkpatrick Kenneth Kirn Paul Kissel Patricia A. Kline Patrick J. Klinker Theresa Knabel, SCN Edward and Betty Knabel Marie Sue Knabel Carolyn and Charles Knights Andrew and Monica Koch Barbara A. Koenig Jane Anne Koenig, CP G. Earl Kraus George Krauser Bertrand L. Krekel Mary Loretto Krimple, SCN Mary Immaculata Kuehner, SCN John Ann Kulina, SCN Mary Gertrude Kurz Susan and Steve Kute Anne and Thomas Laborio Virginia Ann Lachenmann, SCN Larry and Beverly Ladegast Harriet L. Lair Dolores and Frank Lally Gaye Lang Constance B. Largen Phillip Latham, M.D. Edith A. Laughlin, SCNA Sarah C. Leachman Richard and Janice Lechleiter Paul S. Lee Lois A. Lee Donald J. Leffler Mary Ann and William Lehmann Margaret B. Leibson Juanita and G. L. Lentini Betty Jean Lewis Renae and William Lewis Mary Frances Liebert Kathleen and Raymond Linck Carmel and Paul Litsey Patricia and Richard Lohre Ruth A. Lowe Margaret Loyd Norbert and Rosemary Lubbers Margaret Ann Lucas John and Jeanelle Luckett Connie K. Lusher, SCNA Mary C. Lyon Linda W. Lyon Barbara MacDonald, SCN Grace Cecilia Mackin, SCN Iva Jean Mackin

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Missionary Cooperative Program DIOCESES Diocese of San Diego, Calif.

Diocese of Stockton, Calif.

Diocese of Fort Wayne/South Bend, Ind. Diocese of Sioux City, Iowa Diocese of Owensboro, Ky. Catholic Diocese of Lexington, Ky. Diocese of Covington, Ky. Diocese of Kalamazoo, Mich.

Diocese of Las Vegas, Nev. Diocese of Columbus, Ohio Diocese of Beaumont, Texas Diocese of Austin, Texas Diocese of Green Bay, Wis. ARCHDIOCESES Archdiocese of Denver, Colo.

Archdiocese of Miami, Fla. Archdiocese of Dubuque, Iowa Archdiocese of Louisville, Ky. Archdiocese of Omaha, Neb. Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Ohio Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Pa. Sheila Ann Madden, SCN Rev. John E. Magel Antoinette Magistro, SCN Anne Magruder, SCN Trudi E. Maish, SCNA Paula D. Maize Michael and Denise Mangeot Doug Manier Doris Mann Joanna Mann Mary Ninette Manning, SCN Patricia and Robert Markert Margaret L. Marks Wanda and Eddie Marksbury Joni Marsall Mary Martin, SCNA Judith A. Martin, SCNA Edith and Paul Martin Margaret C. Masterson, SCNA Thresiamma and Mathew Padavupurackal Mathew Dinwiddie L. Mathis Marilyn and Phillip Matthews Eleanora Mattingly, SCN Phyllis S. Mattingly Philip Mattingly Charles L. Mattingly Tammy and Joseph Mattingly Carol Mattingly Cathy and William Mattingly Anne Rita Mauck, SCN Henry Mayer Melissa and James Mayer & Family Rosemary McAdam Elaine McCarron, SCN Martha and John McCarthy

Dr. Robert L. McClellan Emma and James McClure Theodore and Marilyn McCormick Mary V. McCubbin Pam McDannold Judge and Mrs. Michael O. McDonald Bobby McDonald Rita McFarland Ruth Marie McGaughran, SCN Peggy McGinley Rosellen McGonegle Mildred McGovern, SCN Betty McGrath Carol McGuire Mary M. McGuire Cora and Rudolph McKinley Regina and Mark McLean Mary Jane McMakin, SCN Carolyn J. Medley Harriett L. Medley William O. Medley Louis Joseph Merkle Peggy and Jeffery Merman John and Beverly Metzler Marianne and Dave Meyer Eileen Mary Meyer, SCN Jon and Connie Meyer Jean A. Meyer Maureen and Leo Meyers Patricia Miles Margaret and William Mills Joseph M. Mills Helen and Thomas Mistler Dolores D. Mitchell Elizabeth Ann Mohr

June Monaghan, SCN Robert and Joan Montgomery Linda Bunger Moore Mary and Dennis Moore Frances and John Moran Kenneth Morrison John Morrison, M.D. and Irene Jentz Joseph and Mary Mudd Leroy Mudd Rosetta and Bernard Mudd Jim and Lois Mudd John Loretto Mueller, SCN William and Laverne Muench Dorothy Muething Dianne and Al Mulholland Stephanie A. Mullins Janice Murphy James and Shirley Murphy Linus and Suzanne Murphy Murray and Jean Murphy Mary Michelle Naber, SCN Emily Nabholz, SCN Teresa Rose Nabholz, SCN Mary O. Nalley Flaget M. Nally Lee and Betty Nally Dawn and Scott Nelms John and Sally Newcomb Regina Ann Newton Annis Noe Margaret and Timothy Nolan Helen M. O’Brien Robert and Barbara O’Bryan Nelle and Jerome O’Daniel Diana Oechsli Richard and Brenda Oechslin Rosemary Browning Ohligschlager John Edith O’Meara, SCN Richard J. O’Nan Rev. Robert E. Osborne, SCNA William and Amanda Osborne Diane M. Osborne Martha and James Thomas Osborne Lillean Osbourne John and Joan Osterman Patricia O’Toole, SCNA Margaret and William Paasch Elizabeth and William Palmer Lorraine C. Panagopoulos Phyllis Passafiume Barbara A. Pawley Edna Lucille Payne Sarah Payne Louise Penman Kathryn and Barry Penn Eleanor Grace Perreiah Lila and Karl Peters Barbara Peterson, SCN Valinda Pettit Robert and Joyce Pfaadt Mary Jo Pfefferman, SCN Edith and Vaughn Pitzer Lucetta Platt Mary Lou Ponchot Barbara Portman M. Pauline Posey Herbert P. Price Stephen and Sandra Pugh Elaine Puthoff, SCN Barbara Qualls David K. Quinn Therese and Thomas Rabatin Ruth L. Ragle

Judith Raley, SCN Raymond and Dorothy Rapier Norma G. Rapier Eleanor T. Rapier Joseph and Stella Ratterman Dorothy Ray Chris and Terry Raymond Betty Jean Redden, SCNA Celeste Reedy, SCN Dorothy and George Rehkamp Mary Margaret Reid, SCN Phil and Patricia Reinhart Marlene Reynolds Anna Marie Rhodes, SCN Mary Jane Rhodes, SCN Martha K. Rhodes Dr. and Mrs. John P. Riley Dorothy G. Rippe Annalou Ritchie Edward J. Rivers Lydia L. Robards Sharon Roberts Carolyn S. Roberts Susan C. Robinette Lynne A. Robinson Thecla H. Robison Denise Robison Raymond and Susan Robison Donna S. Roby Mildred G. Roddy Margaret Rodericks, SCN Jane and Joseph Roehrig Ethel Carol Rogers, SCNA James and Mary Rogers Lois and Richard Rolfsen Cynthia and Donald Rough Mary E. Rowe Celeste and Joseph Russell Wesley and Alice Ryan William and Kaelin Rybak Vivian Mary Sabelhaus, SCN Mary Ann Sage Mary Louise Sandman Irene Satory, SCN Gilbert Schaber Rita and James Schafer Denise Elaine Schifano Donna and Robert Schmidt Doris J. Schnell Margaret M. Schoo Mary Jane and Louis Schorch Mary Dee and Allen Schroering Catherine Schuhmann Helen and Richard Schulte Lee and Mary Schulz Sheila A. Schuster, Ph.D. JoAnn and Paul B. Schwartz William Logan Scott Margaret K. Shanks Thomas and Mary Shannon Mary Angela Shaughnessy, SCN Marilyn Shea, SCN Jo Ann and Patrick M. Sheridan Drs. Anna Huang-Shrader and Robert Shrader Ruby R. Shull Joyce Skaggs Annette Skees, SCNA, and Philip Skees Jean M., SLusher Florine Smart Marie Smith, SCN Louise Smith, SCN

Dent Smith, SCNA, and Maureen Smith Dianne M. Smith Janice and Stephen Smith Mark and Kathleen Smith Christina M. Smith Carolyn and William Smith Marianne Smith Ms. Robbie B. Smith R. L. and D. M. Smith Timothy and Namida Smith John and Catherine Soldo Edith M. Southwood Frances and Tom Southwood Rita Spalding, SCN Elizabeth K. Spalding Charles B. Spalding, M.D. Kenneth and Donna Spangenberger J. Carroll and Toby Ann Spanyer Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Spencer, Jr. Emily and Carl Stamm Margaret June Stanley Elinor E. Starr Mary A. Starr Selma L. Steltenpohl Marian Stenken, SCN Rita Hudepohl Stevie Paul D. Stith Anna Smalley Stith Elizabeth B. Striegel David and Mary Strubel

Maria Stuckenborg Charles and Brenda Stuecker Nancy B. Stumph William Sturgis Kathleen Stutler Mary Sullivan, SCN C. Gerald & Helen Summerfield Joan Susong Linda L. Sweeney, SCNA Mary Jane Sweeney Carey and Susan Sweeney John S. Swift Carolyn A. Tapp Ethel Gay Tatum Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Taylor, D.V.M. Henry and Agnes Thoben Dorothy Thomas, SCN Susan Thomas, SCN Barbara and William Thomas Charles Lee Thomason Rose Thompson Albert and Molly Thompson Suzanne M. Thompson M. Imogene Thompson Jeanine and James Thornberry Patricia and William Thornbury Elsie M. Thornbury Hattie E. Thurman John and Mary Tierney Barry and Cynthia Tilden

Ray and Ruth Ann Tillman Rev. Gerald L. Timmel Joan H. Todd Mary and John Trager Carol Tway Margaret A. Underwood Susan and Richard Vaughn Edward and Linda Veeneman Martha Vittitow James R. Volpert Barbara Von Bokern, SCN Theodore and Sharon Waldeyer Jerome F. Walker Rose Andrew Waller, SCN Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Ward Carmen and William Warde Jeanne Mary Wathen, SCN Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN Bob and Cathryn Watson Donna and Breese Watson Alford and Mary Watts Mary Wedding, SCN Charles A. Wehrley, Sr. Loretta Weller, SCN Linda and Paul Wentzel Angela Wethington, SCN Joseph Marita Wheatley, SCN Clara and John Wheatley Mary Ann Whelan, SCNA, and Wayne Whelan Lois and Donald Whelan Clarence A. White

There were many reasons to celebrate in India in 2009. Nazareth Academy in Gaya, India, welcomed the completion of a new addition.

Dozens gathered at the Nazareth Academy in October 2009 to inaugurate the Academy’s new building. In this photo, SCNs gather around one of the SCN pioneers, Sister Ann Roberta Powers. Sister Ann, one of the first SCNs to begin ministry in India, has taught in numerous schools.

Several members of the SCN family gathered for the blessing of the first SCN House in Musunuru, Andhra Pradesh. The blessing took place in September 2009. The blessing of a new house in Ranchi, India, took place in May 2009 and construction on a new facility for Asha Niwas, Gurgaon moved forward. In Nepal, Navjyoti Center, Surkhet, was selected as the best Non Government Organization (NGO) working with children in the Surkhet district.

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Health Care

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Social Services

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Study/Sabbatical

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Community Service

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Pastoral Ministry

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Ministry of Prayer Community Administration

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Family Ministry

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Formation

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Transition

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Grace Mary Whittaker, SCN Michael J. Widdis Eleanor Willett, SCN Rachel Willett, SCN Charles and Mary Willett Anne and Robert Willett J. Kendrick Williams Margaret Rose Williams Carolyn Wilson, SCN Mary Joan Wilson, SCN Rev. Albert L. Wilson Leslie A. Wilson Anna E. Wilson Mary Wimsatt, SCNA Ruth T. Wimsatt Malcolm J. Wintergerst Mary and Anthony Wirtz Mary L. Wiss, M.D. Christine Wojtowicz Helen A. Wolf, SCNA Alice Teresa Wood, SCN Sara and Frank Wood Benny Woodring Patricia Ann Worley, SCN Carol Wright, SCNA Joseph and Bette Wright Margaret and James Wuertz Sue Wulf Della M. Wulfeck Weldon and Diane Wyckoff Kathryn H. Wycoff J. Dennis and Rita T. Yates Hyeson Yi Margaret Mary Young

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Barbara Carol Zanin Wilbert L. Ziegler LOUISIANA Mr. and Mrs. Ira A. Breaux, Jr. Jennie DeGenova Sam W. Hightower Ruby Pierce MAINE Paula and Gary Johnson Sheila McMahon MARYLAND Saint Aloysius Catholic Church John A. Adams Margaret and John Aud Mark Baldy Dorothy C. Barclift Joan and Ben Burroughs William and Inge Caldwell Mary A. Cobbs Barbara A. Cooke Mary Davis Linda and Robert Dean Mary Frances and Raymond Dicus David Fink and Marianne Sechrist Elizabeth P. Finn John and Mary Fitzsimmons Sam and Brenda Frazier Doris J. Guy, SCNA Priscilla Hall

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Lorraine and Freddie Hancock Thelma T. Hayden Mabel C. Hayden, SCNA Helen Hewitt Richard Kiniry, CSC Jane C. Li Daisy Y. Lin Catherine and Paul Ludwig Mabel J. Norris Mary G. Norris Elizabeth A. O’Connor Duck Hee O’Donnell Margaret Schindler Marilyn Schuler Christine Senese Louis and Marie Shanks Eleanor Storck Nancy J. Sullivan John and Mary Taylor Tiny and Francis Taylor Jim and Anne Tennison, SCNA James D. Trent Josephine C. Valenti Mary Judith Walsh Catherine Dwyer Weckel George and Elizabeth Wigginton Sara and Robert Wigginton Katherine and George Winchester Mary Elaine and James G. Wood Sophia C. Yang Veronica Yeatman

MASSACHUSETTS GE Foundation John Snow, Inc. Sisters of Charity (Granite, Quincy, Mass.)

Sisters of Charity (Milton, Mass.)

Sisters of Charity (Readville, Mass.)

Sisters of Charity (South Boston, Mass.)

Sisters of Charity (Yale, Wakefield, Mass.)

Trillium Asset Management Corporation Michele Aceto-Amanouz and Lucy Aceto Rita A. Allen Claire Appling Myrna Balk Marion Barone John and Margaret Barry Barry and Judith Berman Harold and Barbara Bloom Mary Braley, SCN Jacqueline Brown Dorothea I. Browne Joseph and Denise Callahan John E. Callahan, Jr. Adeline Callan Donald F. Cameron, Jr. Marie and Roy Cannings Thomas Capasso Geraldine and Stephen Cardillo Robert and Mary Carter Marcia Chapin Claire Chase Elaine and Charles Clark Eugenie Coakley, SCNA William R. Collins Ellen Contreras William and Marion Coughlin Della A. Crowley Joseph D’Amour Judith and David DeCourcy Ruth DeSantis Neil F. Doherty Janet Dougherty, SCN Mrs. Joseph Doyle Carol Erven Yolanda Famularo Nancy T. Fennessey Yolanda A. Ferzoco Virginia Jane Fitzgerald Patricia S. Fitzsimmons Maureen M. Flaherty John and Kathleen Fleming Lorraine Foley Gerald S. Foley Katherine M. Freeman Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Eleanor Fuhs Barbara Gilmetti, SCN Joseph J. Gilmetti Mary C. Ginnetty Gerard L. Golden Eva E. Hagar Genevieve Harrington Patricia Ann Healey, SCN Leo and Ruth Healy Ellen A. Higginbottom Mayetta A. Holt Evelyn Hurley, SCN Elizabeth and George Jackson Frances and Kevin Jones Richard and Mary Kanaskie

Lois and Joseph Keane Marie John Kelley, SCN Rep. Thomas P. Kennedy Robert Andrew Kennedy III Daniel P. Kneeland Philip and Rita LaFond John M. Lane Chet, Lue and Jennifer LeBlanc, SCNAs Sheila Connors LeDuc Catherine Lee, SCN Robert and Susan Lemire Gloria and Allan Levine Rachel A. Malinowski Anna C. Mann Patricia and Alan Martignetti Eleanor Martin, SCN Ann T. Martin Ellen Paul McGovern, SCN Gwen McMahon, SCN Clare McNeil, SCN Anne M. McNeil Paul and Margaret McNeil Helen McNulty, SCN Harry B. McOuat Ethel R. Mullen Louise M. Murphy Paul M. Murphy and Family Susan Nash Jonathan and Anne Marie Noonan Shirley Nugent, SCN Robert J. O’Meara Charles and Kathleen Passanisi Patricia A. Pendergast Emily Pugh, SCN Marietta Putzig, SCN Anthony Ricci Francis I. Ricciardone Joan Robishaw, SCN Mary Sue and William Ryan William E. Ryan Mr. and Mrs. Gerard F. Shea Delores and Gary Smothers Mia Sorgi Frances and Leo Sullivan Maureen Taaffe, SCN Gail and Peter and Maggie Torkildsen Mrs. Marion R. Towle Ann Susan Villa, SCN Martha Louise Walsh, SCN Lester and Joan Ward Dorothy and Frank Weiner M. Judith West MICHIGAN Mary and Lawrence Bower Lawrence V. Burns Joanne Donner Sidney and Polly Hansen Maureen Hirten Constance M. Jessmore Karl M. Keller Lucille Kelton Therese M. King Ann M. LaPrise Timothy and Mary Rey Diana and Demo Stavros Rita A. Szajewski MINNESOTA Jane and Michael Brodie Robert and Frances Fischer Mary and James Hammill Eady and Lee Lillquist

MISSISSIPPI Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (Greenwood, Miss.)

Charles and Claudia Brocato Dorothy Canavan Philip and Susan Coco James R. Dunworth Wren and Libby Greene and family Faye T. Hagan, Ph.D. Jo Ann Kaelin Jones Pat Malouf Elizabeth Nabholz, SSND Ronald J. Ola James R. Smith Mary W. Wilkinson MISSOURI Ann R. Bergman Louise C. Bullock Dorothy G. Crahan Mary M. Donovan Eloi Doss Lucien and Barbara Fournier Agnes I. Harrington Catherine Hinds Cathy D. Kleinschmidt Madonna Kuciejczyk-Kernan Gary and Mary Anne Lucas Mark and Alice O’Bryan Rosemary Rolwing Orr Susan and Marvin Perkins Thomas P. Rose Rose R. Schmidt Gloria and Anthony Szczuka Smita and Sebi Thomas John W. Thompson MONTANA Ben E. Poat NEBRASKA Mr. and Mrs. Ed A. Conoan, Jr. Shirley and Robert Ficke Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Horihan Mary and Dan McCarthy James and Mary Nevinski Jerrald and Esther Pfabe J. Peter and Suzanne Ricketts NEVADA Rachel and David Johnson Dorothy Maupin Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Spernak NEW HAMPSHIRE Janice Aviza Virginia R. Brown Patrick R. Callahan Romeo and Rachel Dube Ann-Marie and George Houghton, SCNA Siobhan S. Quinn Rebecca K. Whitmeyer NEW JERSEY Bellemead Development Corp.

Our Lady of Lourdes (West Orange, N.J.) Our Lady of the Mount St. Joseph’s Church St. Stephen Protomartyr Church Robert M. Arbour, M.D. Jean and Alexander Budgin

Patricia B. Crapo John H. and Mary Clare Decker Christine A. Donga Leo J. Donner Stanislaw and Danuta Huzar Bruce P. Kauffmann James and Deborah Peters Vernon Shaw James and Alice Silvestri Adam Stepien Lorraine Travaglione Alice Waldvogel NEW MEXICO Mary Michelle Clark Jeanne and Jerome Erpenbeck Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Mcguire Judith E. Vowels NEW YORK Maryknoll Sisters Ctr. Carole Allen Barbara Dwyer-Anderson Frank A. Antonucci Martha A. Carlsen Gaby Y. Castillo Margaret and Charles Chatterton Ann C. Crelly Doris Duffey Daniel and Gloria Dwyer Anne and Daniel Dwyer Elaine D. Giebelhaus Paul and Sharon Herb Frances J. Killian Robert and Anna Lovell Anne Daugherty Lutkus Jessiamma Mathew Marlene and Joseph McCabe James and Judith Morris Mary Nowak Joseph and Marianne Polito Martha Popp Teresa Sanchez-Latour Mary J. Sebastian Veronica Thanicatt Rosamma and Kurian P. Thomas Jennifer Wells Mary and Chris Yiu NORTH CAROLINA Mary K. Eldridge Anne T. Fister Rose Hutton Dr. and Mrs. Timothy E. Kute Ernest and Patricia LeFevre Jack, Diane and Kristina Miller Robert B. Scripko, Ph.D. OHIO St. Ladislas Senior Stars (Columbus, Ohio) Carolyn P. Althoff Sharen Baldy, SCN Christine M. Baldy Eileen M. Barton Ruth and John Beckman Mary Ellen Beumer Patricia Beusterien Matthew J. Boeckman Anthony D. Boiarski Roseann Bonamico C. Keith and Lyn B. Boone Maurice F. Bouffioux

Rick and Marti Brenner David W. Buschle Eileen Carpino Joseph and Rita Cash Violet Cervelli Joyce and Thomas Choquette Mary Kathryn Clark Paul and Ann Conroy Robert and Ruth Conway Armin V. Cooper, SC Regina Courey Robert and Carolyn Cramer Jennifer J. Cyrill Ben A. Davis, Jr. Ruth R. Donnelly Leola Downs, SCNA Kathleen and Edwin Duckworth Sara A. Earner Pamela F. Edwards Kathleen and David Estep Evelyn Faldowski Marcia Fleder, OP Mary Leaetta Furlong Kathleen Furlong and James Walker Donald and Sharon Furlong Rose Mary Gerlica, SCN Dorothy Gerlica, SCN Joseph E. Giordano Robert Glaser, Jr. Martha Gramlich Frances K. Groom Robert R. Hackel Edmund L. Hamburger Maura and Edward Hamilton Joyce and Jeffrey Harris Thomas Hayes Louise J. Herndon

Alex Hessler Lisa Hiatt Patricia Hoffmannbeck Joseph and Therese Johnson Daniel and Dorothy Kaighin Jean and H. Robert Kessler Bernadette and Francis Kinney Margaret and Ronald Koch Robert and Betty Kramer Margie L. Kruse Benjamin C. Leachman Nancy Leatherman Kaye and Gary Lengerich Joyce M. Lynch Patrick Marshall Helen and Robert Massa Kathryn and Robert Matthews Mildred T. McCaman Barbara and Thomas McHugh Mary Jane and Marion McKenzie Monica and Charles Merrell Mary Jo and Richard A. Midei Kathleen M. Miller Mary T. Miller Robert Mitchell Magdalen and Ervin Morris William Mosholder John and Martha Mueller Mary Lou Mueller Mary E. Murphy Richard Nelson Dorothy L. Ney Susan Willett Neyer M. Clare Oestreicher Jeanne Pavlik Roger L. Petitjean Anthony T. Pfeifer John and Donna Pfiester

Edward and Rose Polli Lorle Porter, Ph.D. Thomas and Mary Powers David and Anna Pritts Gerald Richert Rebecca Richert Challon and William Roberts Edward M. Robinson Margaret C. Roetker Jean Rom Wilma Ross, SCN Nancy Rudmann Palmina and Robert Sall Barbara and Ernest Schlatt Muriel Schrimpf Bernard and Hilda Schwieterman Mary K. Shaw Mary Ann Sheridan Donna Shidell Mary A., SJostrom Jean, SLoboda Joan Marie and Joseph E Smith Patricia Smith Dale and Marian Stalter Roseanne and Robert Stalter Margaret Steiner Barbara and Michael Sweeney John L. Swintek Margaret and James Theilman Carolyn Thomas, SCN Anna Marie Valloric Vivian and Louis Vesco Don Voet David and Janet Warner Patricia Wathen Joyce and Charles Webster Donald K. Wedding Patricia A. Wilbert

FOUNDATIONS/TRUSTS/GRANTS FISCAL YEAR ’08-‘09 Apostolic Nunciature, India Archdiocese of Boston Retirement Fund Bischofliches Hilfswerk Misereor E.V., Germany Catholic Health Initiatives, Denver, Colo.

Anna E. Straka Charitable Remainder Trust Church of St. Maurice Hunger Program Conrad N. Hilton Fund for Sisters The Dalit Friends Association, Spain Rev. Joseph Finan Mission Trust FSC Foundation Geuting Trust Jamshedpur Jesuit Society, India Manos Unidas, Spain Misereor, Germany Nabholz Charitable Foundation Robert D. and Barbara Nabholz Charitable Trust Foundation SC Ministry Foundation Schmidt-Messmer CharitableTrust Sisters of Charity BVM (Hunger Fund) UNIFEM, India George P. and Henrietta D. Whipple Foundation, Inc. The Xavier Kelavni Mandal, India

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Marilyn Wittman Martha and George Zeis OKLAHOMA David and Patricia Batow Sally and Jack Caughlin Stephen O’Sullivan Loretta and Eugene Ruggeri Dorothy Woods OREGON James and Catherine Barrett Rosina D’Ambrosia Joy M. Ruplinger PENNSYLVANIA First Catholic, Slovak Ladies Association Branch 44 First Catholic, Slovak Ladies Association Junior Branch 112 First Catholic, Slovak Ladies Association Pittsburgh Okres Loutsion Catering Service Our Mother of Consolation Church Sisters of Charity (8352 Babcock #16) Sisters of Charity (Saint Louise Convent) St. Anns Society Branch 200 Western Pennsylvania, Slovak Day Association Barbara A. Behan Mary Ann Behary, SCN

Georgine Bires, SCN Therese Martin Blehar, SCN Raymond and Rosalie Blehar Dawn Blessing Helen Blodgett, SCN Helen and Joseph Bohar Teresa Margaret Bransky, SCN Regina A. Buckley Helen Mary Bunk Dorothy Canary, MMS Helen Chervenak, SCN Chungna and Carl Doughty Helen and Francis Engelmeier Cecilia Ann Fatula, SCN Amelia G. Fey Kathleen Frampton Mary Concepta Fudala, SCN Bridget Gallagher Deacon John M. and Ruth Hanchin Kathryn V. Hickey Ann Horvat, SCN Mary Kenneth Hrbal, SCN Bertille Janek, SCN Danielle Jankoviak, SCN M. Annette Kasper, SCN Edward F. Kengersky, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Klena John Gabriel Kostelnik, SCN Seraphine Kostelnik, SCN Antoinette Kostelnik, SCN Ligorius Kracinovsky, SCN Stephen and Amelia Kristofco Patricia Kroll Susan Katherine Losacano Barbara Makar, SCN

Schools Supporting SCN Missions 9/1/08 - 8/31/09 KENTUCKY Holy Family School (Louisville) Saints Peter and Paul School (Lexington) St. Aloysius School (Pewee Valley) St. Augustine School (Lebanon) MARYLAND Father Andrew White SJ School (Leonardtown) Mother Catherine Spalding School (Helen) MASSACHUSETTS Archbishop Williams High School (Braintree) Maquan School (Hansan) St. Ann School (Quincy) MISSOURI St. Joseph School (Salisbury) SOUTH CAROLINA Summerville Catholic School (Summerville) TENNESSEE Holy Rosary School (Memphis) St. John School (Memphis)

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Emerentiana Matvya Lois A. McClafferty Celeste Midkiff Virginia F. Murphy Bertha Nasal Theresa Novak, SCN Mary Clement Pavlik, SCN Margaret and John Petrenka Loretta Polaski, SCN Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Rattay Roy Sarver Mary Judith Seman, SCN Kuriakose Simon Richard Sosna M. Leontia Spisak, SCN Thomas and Patricia Steback Paul and Muriel Talda Dolores Ann Therasse, SCN Anjuna Thulung Dan and Catherine Topley Rev. Raymond F. Totten Anna Marie and Pat Trimbath Mary and Michael Vogel Maurice Wayda, SCN Mr. and Mrs. William T. Weber Dorothy and John White Stella I. Yanik Julia Zilka, SCN M DePaul Zluky, SCN PUERTO RICO Blanca R. Fernandez Judith M. Hernandez Maria M. Melendez, SCNA RHODE ISLAND Sheilah M. Graham Jeanne M. Lafond Maureen A. Lee Edward and Harriet Murphy Mary and Edward Weyhing SOUTH CAROLINA Anna M. Beazel Anita Maupin Davis Gerald T. Gimbert Leeann Hartlaub Rita McCutchan Mary C. Muckenfuss Kenneth W. Severens John W. Williams Anne D. Williams SOUTH DAKOTA John and Florence Murphy TENNESSEE Holy Rosary Catholic Church (Memphis, Tenn.)

Memorial Hospital Chaplaincy Department Sisters of Charity (Peg Ln, Memphis, Tenn.)

Kevin and Michelle Barber Betty and Joseph Barnett Constance and Charles Blake, SCNAs Jack Borg Thomas and Jean Breen Rosanna S. Brogan Martha Martin Brown Molly A. Burns Diane Burton, SCNA, and Bruce Burton Frankie and Fred Caesar Rev. Elbert R. Callis

Don Cambron James and Alano Cash Anthony and Deborah Christ Michael J. Cianciola Carol Clasgens, SCN James and Estelle Coleman Joanne Hogg Coleman Charles M. Cooley Alex and Pat Crivelli, SCNA Harrel and Cathie Crone Robert and Stella Crone Helen Dahlberg Kevin Delaney Bettye J. Donahue Janet Marie Donato Judge Tim Dwyer Lt. John T. Dwyer, Jr. Katherine and R. W. Eanes Gertrude Foster, SCN Betty Fracchia, SCN Martha Frink Jane and Paul Gillespie Jane D. Gillespie Julie Gilmore Pamela and David Guasco Elizabeth and Thomas Herrmann Theresa Hudson Sharon Hutchinson Alice Jennings Mr. and Mrs. Gary H. Joffe Jo Ann and Clarence G. Johnson Shirley Miller Johnson Mr. and Mrs. William R. Jorgensen Patrick Kennedy Mary Jo and Robert Kennedy Alice and Raymond Leis Aimee and Ramon Lelis Anne McEntegart Joel W. McGraw, FSC Leslie Morales Mary Margaret Mulroy Rev. James W. Murphy Carol and Steve Newton Marie Celine Osbourn, SCN Frances T. O’Toole Rick and Debbie Pellicciotti Richard and Susan Pesce George and Patricia Petkoff Anita Pierantoni Helen Powers Forrest and Barbara Priddy Sue and Gil Rittner Rafael F. Rondon Grace Maria Saia, SCN Maria Sampson, SCN Louis A. Sampson Patricia L. Sitter James D. and Martha Ann Sitter Joseph and Carolyn Spain Barbara and James Spain Barbara Spencer, SCN Frankie J. Avery Stahl Susan Sullivan Donald and Dorothea Syriac Constance Marie Tarallo, SCN Tim Taylor Helen M. Tillotson Judy Walsh Aileen and Bob Warren Loyce S. Winfield Josephine Wells Wood

TEXAS H. E. Butt Grocery Company Ana Ackerman Lila Angadicheril Thomas E. Baker William and Dolores Baker Mary K. Branton Agnes R. Brinker Carolyn A. Brown Lisa and Bob Burke Jeanne U. Carey Theresa and Thomas Chacko Marilyn Dwyer Dona Dickson Gallagher, SCNA Melva Gates Rev. and Mrs. Calder A. Gibson II Marian A. Greenwell Donald H Grether Sandra S. Gross Jon and Laura Hansbrough Chinnamma Joseph Katrina Kargl Achamma Kunnakkattu Maria Luisa Lora Ann and Charles Mackin Anniamma Mapram Susanna Mathew George Milekkachalil and Rani A. George Marcia and Tim Miller Aleyamma Moonnumakal Marykutty Nirappil Jettie M. Parker Jet M. Prendeville Mary E. Prunty Berniece Rose Carol Saia Lilly Shaju Lysamma Thomas Elsamma Thottam Ralph C. and Mary Lou Tierney Donna and Joe Walkoviak Robert and Mary Zawalski UTAH Edna C. Wooldridge VERMONT William and Linda Drunsic VIRGINIA St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Alouf James and Marietta Anthony Ethel A. Arnold Alton and Ann Barton Lorraine Berry Mary and Cecil Black Elizabeth G. Bobinski Joan Boyle Byrne Diane and Peyton Canary Robert and Virginia Canfield Frank J. Cepollina William and Lacene Clark Lindsay Collins James and Noel Cosby Catherine B. Cox Dennis and Elaine Cronk Margaret J. Davies Col. William J. and Susan Davis, USA (Ret) Raymond F. deLadurantaye

Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Dipaola Carolyn C. Doyle Angeline Driscoll, SCN Frederick and Margaret Dunn Pauline Eccles Elaine Egan Joseph F. Ellis Dan and Alwhilda Emmel Dr. and Mrs. J. Patrick Gill Betty Gill Timothy and Elizabeth Gill Jeffrey and Cynthia Gill Mary Susan Goodykoontz Irene M. Grill Gladelle T. Hardenbergh Eileen Highberger Christian A. Hoeser Ludwig and Carmen Hoge Dr. and Mrs. Robert Keeley Larry and Helen Keoughan Rev. Dan Klem Marilyn S. Krause Margaret D. Kurtin Elaine Landry James E. Lawrence Col, USAF (Ret) Louise J. Legner Bonnie and Dave Macluskie Rick and Cathy Mattioni Brian R. Mercy Leslie and Raymond Meyer J. A. Morgan Dinko and Jasminka Mutak Kent and Aura Pankratz Grey Pash Patrick and Donna Reddan Dolores M. Ross Timothy and Maureen Rowe Charles and Sue Rowe Joseph Rowe James L. Satterwhite Annette Schell William J. Seidell Mark E. Seidell Donald and Jeanmarie Sharretts Forest and Rosemary Singhoff Phyllis and Clyde R. Smith William M. Sonnett Richard M. Surrusco Quinn D. Thomas Kathleen A. Tierney Bonnie Tingle Laura Townsend and Randy Moyles Fernando and Alicia Troncoso James N. Williams Edward J. Williamson, Jr. Lois Wilson James and Roberta Wilson Michael and Michelle Wilson Marian T. Yeager Bruce J. Zanin WASHINGTON Geoff Bellman Thomas and Mary Ann Englert Jolene and Ferenc Feher Marylyn Karecki John and Rachel McGovern Paul and Lorraine Pike Elizabeth C. Ziemann WEST VIRGINIA Robert and Sara Busse Virginia Campana

Robert and Brenda Danko Rev. Lino Ebejer Henry and Suzanne Richter Robert E. Turner, M.D. Kathleen and Michael Williamson Mary Anne and John Young WISCONSIN St. Vincent De Paul Society (St. Peter the Fisherman Church) Margaret Allie John J. Case Christine and Alfred DeBauche Sally A. Dreher William and Wilma Federle Marie T. Hayes Patricia Klinter Kathryn and Raymond Kronforst Donald and Lucianne Kunze Steve Kunze Luke Kunze Mary Kathleen O’Sullivan Ruth M. Ritter Clement Marie Sabol, SCN Sara Sullivan Harold J. Vondruska WYOMING Marya Grathwohl, OSF Shirley P. Howard ANONYMOUS: 26 BEQUESTS Paul A. Baldy Estate Marianna Coady Estate Dorothy M. and John F. Cruise Estate Georgia M. Ellinger Estate Virginia A. Foley Estate Lorraine A. Franco Estate Mary Anne Fueglein Estate Jane Fulton Estate Sue McGill Holbert Estate Irma E. Malovec Estate Irvin F. Miller Estate John L. Muething Trust Martha Marie Newby Estate Julian F. Pank Estate Cecelia R. Sheehan Estate Virginia Smith Estate Agnes L. Sullivan Estate Betsy Wakefield Estate Cecilia R. Wheatley Estate DECEASED Angela Baker Janet Bamberger Frances Barber, SCN Samuella Buckman, SCN Philip R. Cramer Leo Downs Lucy Elmore Alice Garrity, SCN Jean Carmel Howard, SCN Rose Clare Ostenski, SCN Florence Spalding, SCNA Clara Willett, SCN

Volunteers and donors helped us reach out to even more people in 2009.

Dozens of volunteers worked with Luke Boiarski, SCN, travelling throughout the United States, Belize, and Mexico to build homes, teach children, and make much needed repairs. From Appalachia to New Orleans, groups of volunteers repaired homes and touched lives. Over and over, both the volunteers and the recipients described their experiences as powerful and life changing. Sister Luke also found ways to collaborate with other organizations to bring much needed help to people in places where they feel forgotten. She did so by connecting with folks in the Charity Federation and Hand in Hand Ministries.

PELICANS Catholic Daughters of America (Spencer, Iowa) First Catholic, Slovak Ladies Association Branch 44 First Catholic, Slovak Ladies Association Junior Branch 112 Highland Roofing Maquan School (Hansan, Mass.)

Memorial Hospital Chaplaincy Department Nazareth Campus Service Nazareth Home Community Services

SCN Associates SCN Western Province (Nazareth) Saint Joseph Health System A. J. Seibert Co., Inc. Sisters of Charity (Bard.

Rossland) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Breckenridge) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Eastern Pkwy) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Goddard) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Jaeger) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Newburg 504) Sisters of Charity (Lou. Willow) Sisters of Charity (Milton, Mass.)

Sisters of Charity (Naz. David 102) Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3G) Sisters of Charity

(Naz., SCN Center Convent) Sisters of Charity (South Boston, Mass.)

St. John School (Memphis, Tenn.)

St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church St. Augustine Church (Lebanon, Ky.) St. Ladislas Senior Stars (Columbus, Ohio) St. Vincent dePaul Society (Fancy Farm, Ky.) Summerville Catholic School United Grafix Rev. Robert M. Abel Phymia and Thomas Abraham Robert and Peggy Adams John A. Adams J. Watson Allgier Nancy Amlung Barbara Dwyer-Anderson Janet and Garry Anderson Elizabeth P. Andert Lila Angadicheril

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SCNs in the United States are expanding their outreach efforts to the aging and disabled. Vincentian Villa opened in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, Pa., and shares a campus with Sisters living at St. Louise Convent.

The community is comprised of 40 patio homes, a 24-unit apartment building, a club house, ample green space, walking trails, fitness center, and other conveniences. Meanwhile, Nazareth Home in Louisville, Ky., was once again recognized for its outstanding ministry to the senior and disabled community. Rated as a top-notch facility with a heartwarming environment and a dedicated and caring staff, Nazareth Home won numerous awards and received countless letters of thanks from families.

Nazareth Villages, apartments for seniors and disabled, located on the Motherhouse campus in Nazareth, Ky., celebrated its 30th anniversary.

To mark the anniversary the local newspaper, The Kentucky Standard, published a moving tribute … The footprint of the Sisters of Charity impart to their home community must be measured by more than bricks and mortar but the operation of Nazareth Villages I and II is certainly one of the more tangible ways the order has impacted the quality of life for Bardstown and Nelson County.

Claire Appling Robert M. Arbour, M.D. Anne L. Ardery Ethel A. Arnold Louis and Susan Arru Steve W. Auslander, D.M.D. Sharen Baldy, SCN Myrna Balk Nancy L. Ballard Susan R. Ballard Nancy and John Ballard Dorothy C. Barclift David and Kimberly Barnett John and Margaret Barry Dominique and Mary Beausejour Anna M. Beazel Carolyn A. Beckett Jack and Diane Beeckler Geoff Bellman Fleurette Benckart Mrs. Barbara A. Bennett and Dr. Leslie B. Branch Ann R. Bergman Barry and Judith Berman Clare Terrell Berry Mary Elise Biegert

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Elizabeth G. Bobinski Deborah A. Bogenschutz Shirley Bohnert Anthony D. Boiarski Robert L. Bolgeo Roseann Bonamico Teresa A. Bonfield Mary Theresa Boone Ronald Bornhoft Sara and James Boswell Mary F. Boyce Wilhelmina Brady, SCNA Mary Braley, SCN Mary K. Branton Ann O. Bresler Vincent and Georgette Brocato Charles and Claudia Brocato Ann and George Brown Dorothea I. Browne Regina A. Buckley David and Susan Burch Virginia M. Burkart Jo Ann Burke Robert and Sara Busse Jane Byrd Joan Boyle Byrne Joseph and Denise Callahan

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Rev. Elbert R. Callis Johanna Camenisch Dorothy Canavan Geraldine and Stephen Cardillo Jeanne U. Carey Mary and Vernon Carter Anne and Charles Case John J. Case Judith Gayle and Frank Case James and Alano Cash Teresa Cecil Toni and Brad Cecil Betty and Martin Cecil Theresa and Thomas Chacko William and Etta Chambers Margaret and Charles Chatterton Martha and Vincent Cheshire Joyce and Thomas Choquette Anthony and Deborah Christ Pamela J. Clark Carol Clasgens, SCN James and Estelle Coleman John and Bonnie Coleman Janet Colgan Mr. and Mrs. Ed A. Conoan, Jr. Charles M. Cooley

Stephen D. Coomes Henrietta and Paul Coomes James and Noel Cosby Catherine L. Couch Regina Courey Catherine B. Cox Robert and Carolyn Cramer Rosina D’Ambrosia Margaret J. Davies Anita Maupin Davis John H. and Mary Clare Decker Nadia and Steve DeGrazio Omer and Berlinda Delgado David DeVita Jerome and Eleanor Domek Bettye J. Donahue Christine A. Donga Joanne Donner Marian Judith Donohue, SCNA Chungna and Carl Doughty Janice Downs, SCN Julie Driscoll, SCN Kathleen and Edwin Duckworth Phyllis Ann Dullea, SCN Donald and Dorothy Dulude Carmelita Dunn, SCN James R. Dunworth Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN Katherine and R. W. Eanes Sara A. Earner M. Jane Eaves Robert and Mary Edelen George D. Effinger Leo G. Egan, Jr. Amanda and Leonard Ehringer Mary K. Eldridge Gordon C. Elliott Gerry Ellis Carole and Rodney Embry Dan and Alwhilda Emmel Kathleen and David Estep Evelyn Faldowski Yolanda Famularo Yolanda A. Ferzoco Amelia G. Fey Suzann and Ernest Ficco Elizabeth P. Finn Robert and Frances Fischer Cecilia Fister Sandra and Robert Fitz Patricia S. Fitzsimmons Maureen M. Flaherty Dennis and Beth Ford Peggy Fowkes, SCN Jacqueline and Philip Francais Nancy and B.J. Frey George and Santina Fritz Evelyn Fugazzi, SCN Nancy Lee Gallagher Kenneth and Dorothy Gammon Anthony and Rose Garvey Sandra and James Garvey Susan Gatz, SCN William and C.H. Geoghegan Margaret S. Gibson Timothy and Elizabeth Gill James and Theresa Gillece Jane and Paul Gillespie Robert Glaser, Jr. Richard and Jacinta Goetz Heidi Graham Karen and Paul Griffith Kimberly and Robert Grissom

Margaret S. Groeschen Darryl B. Grosjean Scott Grosser Pamela and David Guasco Margaret A. Guilford Doris J. Guy, SCNA Robert R. Hackel Gianina and Patrick Hagan Agnes Marie Hagan, SL Eva E. Hagar John and Theresa Hall Thomas R. Hamilton Mary and James Hammill Rev. John W. Hanrahan Jon and Laura Hansbrough Greg Harper Mary L. Harrod Allene W. Hatfield Leona Haydon Eleanora T. Hays Patricia Ann Healey, SCN Leo and Ruth Healy Robert and Lisa Heath William and Arlene Heath John and Peggy Helm Nancy E. Henley Judith M. Hernandez Alex Hessler Lisa Hiatt Ellen A. Higginbottom Sam W. Hightower Mary Casil Pousardien Hilger Patricia Marie Hill, SCN Barbara C. Hill Mary and Ernest Hillenmeyer Julia Hill-Nichols Catherine Hinds Maria Hines Deanna Hipwell Maureen Hirten Christian A. Hoeser Mary Hoffman Ludwig and Carmen Hoge Ann Horvat, SCN Cornelia Hughes Evelyn Hurley, SCN Sharon Hutchinson Patricia and Frank Jemley Alice Jennings Jeffrey and Queen Jensen Mr. and Mrs. Gary H. Joffe Alan and Barbara Johnson Don and Regina Johnston Chinnamma Joseph Daniel and Dorothy Kaighin Mary Pauletta Kane, SCN Marylyn Karecki Katrina Kargl Bruce P. Kauffmann Alicia and D. B. Kazee Carolyn Keelen Beatrice Ann Keller, SCN Rev. Theodore A. Keller Lucille Kelton Mary Jo and Robert Kennedy Ronald and Janet Ketterer John and Mary Keyer Anna Kim Marylee King, SCN Cynthia Kirkpatrick Rev. Dan Klem Patricia A. Kline Edward and Betty Knabel Nancy Koblensky Ann and Peter Kochuparambil Patricia Kroll

Dr. and Mrs. Timothy E. Kute Beatrice Lacombe Harriet L. Lair Phillip Latham, M.D. Edith A. Laughlin, SCNA Maureen A. Lee Donald J. Leffler Louise J. Legner Mary Ann and William Lehmann Kaye and Gary Lengerich Juanita and G. L. Lentini Renae and William Lewis Daisy Y. Lin Joseph Longo Susan Katherine Losacano Robert and Anna Lovell Margaret Ann Lucas John and Jeanelle Luckett Dennis and Terri Ludwig Joyce M. Lynch Patricia Lynch-Hayes Linda W. Lyon Elizabeth MacDougall, SCN Brian and Christine Maddy Pat Malouf Michael and Denise Mangeot Anna C. Mann Anniamma Mapram Patricia and Robert Markert Joni Marsall Mary Martin, SCNA Garland and Dottie Massanelli Susanna Mathew Jessiamma Mathew Dinwiddie L. Mathis Marilyn and Phillip Matthews Kathryn and Robert Matthews Philip Mattingly Charles L. Mattingly Rick and Cathy Mattioni Melissa and James Mayer & Family Rosemary McAdam John and Rachel McGovern Carol McGuire Cora and Rudolph McKinley Steven Joseph McNeil Kenneth McNeil Carolyn J. Medley Thomas Melkovitz Brian R. Mercy Peggy and Jeffery Merman John and Beverly Metzler Jean A. Meyer George Milekkachalil and Rani A. George Marcia and Tim Miller Joseph M. Mills Sarah and Jeff Mitchell Robert Mitchell Aleyamma Moonnumakal Linda Bunger Moore Frances and John Moran Ida Rose Morgan James and Judith Morris John Loretto Mueller, SCN Dorothy Muething Paul M. Murphy and Family Virginia F. Murphy Janice Murphy Gregory Charles Nabholz Bertha Nasal Anne Lynne Sullivan Negus James and Mary Nevinski Carol and Steve Newton

Dorothy L. Ney Vernon and Winifred Nieland Marykutty Nirappil Mabel J. Norris Mary Nowak Robert and Barbara O’Bryan Nelle and Jerome O’Daniel Duck Hee O’Donnell Sandra Ohler Christpetra Okeke Robert J. O’Meara Martha and James Thomas Osborne Rev. Robert E. Osborne, SCNA Stephen O’Sullivan Mary Kathleen O’Sullivan Frances T. O’Toole Elizabeth and William Palmer Mary Clement Pavlik, SCN Edna Lucille Payne Rick and Debbie Pellicciotti Lila and Karl Peters George and Patricia Petkoff Valinda Pettit Stephen and Marcella Phillips Arthur and Jill Plummer Ben E. Poat Jet M. Prendeville Herbert P. Price Barbara Qualls Siobhan S. Quinn Phyllis Rains Margaret M. Reinert James D. Rengers Timothy and Mary Rey Hae-Rim Kang Rhee Mary Jane Rhodes, SCN Dr. and Mrs. John P. Riley Ruth M. Ritter Sue and Gil Rittner Sharon Roberts Challon and William Roberts Lynne A. Robinson Denise Robison Margaret Rodericks, SCN Dolores K. Roman Rafael F. Rondon Thomas P. Rose Lisa and Martin Roth Robert and Regina Russell Tracy Sadowski Mary Ann Sage Louis A. Sampson Teresa Sanchez-Latour Mary Louise Sandman James L. Satterwhite Rita and James Schafer Margaret Schindler Muriel Schrimpf Sheila A. Schuster, Ph.D. Bernard and Hilda Schwieterman Kenneth W. Severens Lilly Shaju Louis and Marie Shanks John and Kay Shunk Wanda L. Siegle Susan A. Sisitki R. L. and D. M. Smith Timothy and Namida Smith Samuel and Carolyn Smith Mark and Kathleen Smith James R. Smith Teresa and Robert Smith Marianne Smith Mia Sorgi

Joseph and Carolyn Spain Barbara and James Spain Patricia and Francis Spirito Dale and Marian Stalter Roseanne and Robert Stalter Margaret June Stanley Gerald and Katherine Stevens Rita Hudepohl Stevie William Sturgis Sara Sullivan Ellen T. Sullivan Mary D. Swank Richard and Emily Swartz John S. Swift John L. Swintek Tiny and Francis Taylor James and Patricia Taylor Veronica Thanicatt Susan Thomas, SCN Quinn D. Thomas Smita and Sebi Thomas Lysamma Thomas Charles Lee Thomason John C. Thompson Rose Thompson Albert and Molly Thompson Suzanne M. Thompson Vie Thorgren, SCNA, and Richard Thorgren Patricia and William Thornbury Elsamma Thottam Ray and Ruth Ann Tillman Helen M. Tillotson Rev. Gerald L. Timmel Mary C. Toombs Dan and Catherine Topley Gail and Peter and Maggie Torkildsen Rev. Raymond F. Totten Lorraine Travaglione Clara M. Troillet

Robert and Theresa Tyler Anna Marie Valloric Thomas and Thankamma Vellaringattu Gloria and Raul Venzon Doris M. Verbeke Theodore and Sharon Waldeyer Donna and Joe Walkoviak David Warren Aileen and Bob Warren Margaret Spalding Wathen, SCN Jane T. Watson Alford and Mary Watts Maurice Wayda, SCN Mr. and Mrs. William T. Weber Donald K. Wedding Charles A. Wehrley, Sr. Linda and Paul Wentzel Jennifer R. Wherry Dorothy and John White James and Fredericka White Rebecca K. Whitmeyer Sara and Robert Wigginton Marilyn Rae Willett Anne and Robert Willett Edward J. Williamson, Jr. Mary Joan Wilson, SCN Kitty Wilson, SCN Marilyn Wittman Alice Teresa Wood, SCN Mary Elaine and James G. Wood Sara and Frank Wood Dorothy Woods Edna C. Wooldridge Patricia Ann Worley, SCN Milton A. Wright Margaret and James Wuertz Sue Wulf Della M. Wulfeck Marian T. Yeager

Christine M. Yoshioka Elda S. Zanin Wilbert L. Ziegler ANONYMOUS: 5 BEQUESTS Betsy Wakefield Estate DECEASED Alice Garrity, SCN Rose Clare Ostenski, SCN Clara Willett, SCN

SILVER PELICANS Archbishop Williams High School (Braintree, Mass.)

First Catholic, Slovak Ladies Association Pittsburgh Okres LaSalette Class of 1958 Saint Aloysius Catholic Church Sisters of Charity (Yale, Wakefield, Mass.)

Stamps/Postcard Ministry (Motherhouse) St. Francis Xavier Church St. Joseph’s Church St. Vincent De Paul Society (St. Peter the Fisherman Church)

In Belize, Sisters across that country celebrated the progress of ministries in Las Flores. Carlette Gentle, SCN, began a daycare center which is now officially part of the formal school in the village. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the SCN Congregation, donors, and the community, families living in Las Flores also now have a new library and computer center. Las Flores is home to mostly Spanish speaking refugees who fled El Salvador during the war years of the 1970s and 1980s. Shortly after moving to Las Flores in 2006, SCNs helped the village leaders conduct a census and survey to help determine the needs and priorities of the villagers. Two needs rose to the top: a daycare and a community library.

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SCN LEGACY SOCIETY

Rose H. Accardi Anne and Roger Baird Nora J. Ballard, SCNA Luke Barlowe and Jim Meade Shirley Bohnert Mary F. Boyce Claire Breen Karolyn and Robert Buck Sharon M. Cecil, SCNA Maria Regina Courey Verna L. Craig, SCNA Richard and Helen Crane Mary and John Cruise Miss Mary Ellen Doyle Margaret J. Drury Rose Ann Esterle Margaret S. Ferrell, SCNA Anne E. Ferrucci Elizabeth P. Finn Col. (R) Robert M. Fugazzi, SCNA Patricia J. Fuller Frannie Groom Ann K. Hardman Agnes I. Harrington James and Theresa Hengehold Mary Casil Pousardien Hilger Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Hubbuch Jo Ann Kaelin Jones Mardeth Jones Margaret Kemp Virginia M. Kern Margaret B. Leibson Trudi E. Maish, SCNA

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Joni Marsall Mary Martin, SCNA Rosemary McAdam Rita Mcguire Margaret Blackerby McGurk Maria M. Melendez, SCNA Aldo and Peggie Notarianni Helen Nugent Rev. Robert E. Osborne, SCNA Theresa O’Sullivan Patsy O’Toole, SCNA Paula Palotay Simone M. Rageot Shirley M. Rogers Elinor and Henry Rohlman Marc and Joan Schwegman David E. Smith Teresa Smith Sarah and Ron Sweat M. Judith West Mary Wimsatt, SCNA Jane Yen ANONYMOUS: 8 DECEASED Georgia M. Ellinger Arthur L. and Eva R. Fraas Mary Anne Fueglein Sue M. Holbert Rita L. Montgomery Thelma M. Schmidt Cecelia and Thomas Sheehan

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Trillium Asset Management Corporation Woodward Hobson & Fulton Rosily Ampalathumkal Margaret H. Anderson Mark Baldy Nora J. Ballard, SCNA Maria and Michael Berthold Elizabeth and Charles Bonifer Carol Ann Bonn, SCN Linda and Roger Boots Teresa Margaret Bransky, SCN Claire Breen Anna and Glenn Burd Eileen Carpino Theresa Cash, SCN Eugenie Coakley, SCNA Maury Collins Barbara A. Cooke Miriam Corcoran, SCN James E. Corey Mary K. Coulson Nola and Charles Courtney Joseph D’Amour Linda and Robert Dean Martha and Thomas Depenbrock Mr. and Mrs. John Dickerson Justin and Hallene Dillier Mary Rose Domalewski Mary and Martin Due Clara and William Farnau Gordon and Mary Faulkner William and Wilma Federle John and Kathleen Fleming Mary Gene Frank, SCNA Kathleen Furlong and James Walker Charlene and Tom Gandolfo Nelson and Isamary Garcia Joseph J. Gilmetti Gerald T. Gimbert Gerard L. Golden Marian A. Greenwell Cornelia Grenier Frances K. Groom Deacon John M. and Ruth Hanchin Katharine Hanrahan, SCN Gladelle T. Hardenbergh Timothy and Trude Harrington Joyce and Jeffrey Harris Margaret R. Hatala LaVella and Gene Hayden Carol Heilman George R. Heise James and Theresa Hengehold Paul and Sharon Herb Margaret Hicks John P. Hines Earline Hobbs, SCN Jane Houck William Edward Howard Dorothy Howlett Margaret C. Hyland Mary Eugene Ivie, SCN Rachel and David Johnson Mardeth Jones David and Anne Karem Marie John Kelley, SCN Theresa Knabel, SCN Marie Sue Knabel Achamma Kunnakkattu Donald and Lucianne Kunze Philip and Rita LaFond Philip T. Lamich

Ann M. LaPrise Joyce A. Lasseter Margaret B. Leibson Betty Jean Lewis Lucian and Margaret Lupinski Connie K. Lusher, SCNA Gail A. MacLean Rev. John E. Magel Antoinette Magistro, SCN Anne Magruder, SCN Martha and Joseph Marston Gracy Mathew and Joseph Kalathananiyil James and Jane McCabe Ann McCauley Martha and Richard Metzgar Eileen Mary Meyer, SCN Leslie and Raymond Meyer Kathleen M. Miller Thomas and Barbara J. Nabholz Regina Ann Newton Susan Willett Neyer Jonathan and Anne Marie Noonan Aldo and Peggie Notarianni John Edith O’Meara, SCN Paula E. Palotay Grey Pash Lois A. Patrizia James and Theodora Petosa Jerrald and Esther Pfabe Mary Jo Pfefferman, SCN Thomas and Mary Powers Elaine Puthoff, SCN Phil and Patricia Reinhart Vance and Michelle Renninger Michael W. Robert Thecla H. Robison Shirley M. Rogers John and Lisa Rotunni Anita and Dennis Rummens Marilyn Schuler JoAnn and Paul B. Schwartz Robert B. Scripko, Ph.D. William Smith Richard Sosna Mary A. Spalding Thomas and Patricia Steback Margaret Steiner Kathy Strack Linda L. Sweeney, SCNA Donald and Dorothea Syriac Maureen Taaffe, SCN Constance Marie Tarallo, SCN Tim Taylor John W. Thompson Carey Thompson Anjuna Thulung Ralph C. and Mary Lou Tierney Daniel and Jane Trosper Joseph W. Twombly Jerome F. Walker William and Dolores Wallace Margaret and Karl Wang Catherine Dwyer Weckel Mary Ann Whelan, SCNA, and Wayne Whelan Rachel Willett, SCN Rev. Albert L. Wilson Ruth T. Wimsatt ANONYMOUS: 3

DECEASED Samuella Buckman, SCN

RUBY PELICANS corecubed (Louisville, Ky.) Holy Rosary Catholic Church (Memphis, Tenn.)

Incarnation Catholic Church (Louisville, Ky.) Loutsion Catering Service Saints Peter and Paul School (Lexington, Ky.) St. Stephen Protomartyr Church Sisters of Charity (Naz. O’Connell 3J) Sisters of Charity (Saint Louise Convent) John Snow, Inc. St. Aloysius School (Pewee Valley, Ky.) St. Ann School (Quincy, Mass.)

St. Anthony Catholic Church Western Pennsylvania, Slovak Day Association Herman Alles Katherine E. Ambellan Frank A. Antonucci Joseph L. Atherton Thomas E. Baker Kevin and Michelle Barber David and Patricia Batow Martha Beeler Helen and Joseph Bohar Virginia R. Brown Richard E. Brown Jean and Alexander Budgin Lawrence V. Burns Bettye E. Calvert William and Lacene Clark William R. Collins Maria Elena and Jose Costa William and Marion Coughlin Alex and Pat Crivelli, SCNA Janet and George DeMorales Francis Dixon Frederick J. Doyle, Jr. Mary Kevin Egan, SCN Robert E. Fordham Robert M. Fugazzi, SCNA Agnes Ann Fuhs, SCN Stephen and Diane Goffinet Rev. Robert B. Gray Anita Hager, SCN Agnes I. Harrington Kenneth and Charlotte Hatcher Margaret J. Hess George and Viola Hoffman Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Horihan Brenda and J. Dawson Horn Rose Hutton Kathleen M. Jeffers Elizabeth Diane Jones Dr. and Mrs. Robert Keeley Dr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Klena Bertrand L. Krekel

Stephen and Amelia Kristofco Benjamin C. Leachman Nancy Leatherman Richard and Janice Lechleiter Kevin E. Lofton Bonnie and Dave Macluskie Barbara Makar, SCN Patrick Marshall Sheila McMahon Louis Joseph Merkle Patricia O’Toole, SCNA Kent and Aura Pankratz James and Deborah Peters Norma G. Rapier Celeste Reedy, SCN Celeste and Joseph Russell Mary Sue and William Ryan William E. Ryan William and Kaelin Rybak Major Beverly J. Schilke Mary A. and Claude Schneider Dr. and Mrs. Matthew Schuck Elinor E. Starr Mary A. Starr Elizabeth B. Striegel Joan Susong John and Mary Taylor Jeanine and James Thornberry John and Mary Tierney Little Flower Vachachira Susan and Richard Vaughn Richard and Corwyn Welton Mary and Edward Weyhing Kathleen Zimmerman and Bhagwan Thacker ANONYMOUS: 3 BEQUESTS Lorraine A. Franco Estate

GOLDEN PELICANS Building Crafts, Inc. (Highland Heights, Ky.) H. E. Butt Grocery Company Candy for Caring Father Andrew White, SJ School (Leonardtown, Md.) GE Foundation Holy Rosary School (Memphis, Tenn.)

Jones, Nale, & Mattingly, PLC Knights of Columbus (Council # 3379) Knights of Columbus (Council #4143) Leather Brothers, Inc. Maryknoll Sisters Ctr. Mother Catherine Spalding School Our Lady of the Mount Our Mother of Consolation Church Saint Paul Mission Circle (LaHabra, Calif.)

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Mini-Shop Sisters of Charity (Naz. Motherhouse Ceramics Dept) Software Management, LLC St. Jerome Church St. Augustine School (Lebanon, Ky.) Tin Man Dental Supplies, Inc. Catherine Arnold, SCN Dorothy C. Ballard Mary Ann Field Barrall Catherine C. Barrett Matthew J. Boeckman C. Keith and Lyn B. Boone Edna Boone Mary and Lawrence Bower Nancy and James Bradley Jane and Michael Brodie Virginia Campana Gaby Y. Castillo Sally and Jack Caughlin Claire Chase Robert and Ruth Conway Paul R. Coomes Byron and Kay Corbett Harrel and Cathie Crone John E. Crowley, Sr. William and Linda Drunsic J. M. and Shirley Ehrler Mary Naomi Elder, SCN Joseph F. Ellis Lucille and David Fannin A. Dean and Alma Lee Fechter Philip and Kathleen Federle Caroline Field, SCN Marjorie Fisher, SCN Jim Flaherty Nick Foster Betty Fracchia, SCN Jean Frazier Donald and El Frey Dr. and Mrs. J. Patrick Gill Randall and Karen Graehler Faye T. Hagan, Ph.D. Leo and Jenny Hamilton Carol Handwerker and John Blendell John and Elizabeth Hart David and Julie Hengehold Mary Eula Johnson, SCN Jo Ann and Clarence G. Johnson Paula and Gary Johnson Jo Ann Kaelin Jones Karl M. Keller Virginia M. Kern, SCNA Kenneth Kirn Marilyn S. Krause Mary Loretto Krimple, SCN Larry and Beverly Ladegast James E. Lawrence Col, USAF (Ret) Lucy and Gary Lee George Lorr Anne Daugherty Lutkus Trudi E. Maish, SCNA Jon and Connie Meyer Jack, Diane and Kristina Miller Richard and Faye Miltenberger Robert and Joan Montgomery William Mosholder Leroy Mudd Roger and Gloria Mullendore Helen Jane Murphy Rev. James W. Murphy

Tim and Brenda Nabholz Lee and Betty Nally Richard Nelson John and Sally Newcomb Helen Nugent Jettie M. Parker Patricia A. Pendergast Kathryn and Barry Penn Anita Pierantoni J. Peter and Suzanne Ricketts Raymond and Susan Robison James and Mary Rogers Elinor and Henry Rohlman Dolores M. Ross Dr. and Mrs. Louis Russell Donna and Robert Schmidt William Logan Scott Mary K. Shaw George and Carol Shelton Fernando and Alicia Troncoso Robert E. Turner, M.D. Carol Tway Anna Mae Werne M. Judith West J. Kendrick Williams Loyce S. Winfield Mary L. Wiss, M.D. Sophia C. Yang Hyeson Yi Robert and Mary Zawalski Terri and Melvin Ziliak

ANONYMOUS: 6 BEQUESTS Paul A. Baldy Estate Georgia M. Ellinger Estate Virginia A. Foley Estate Jane Fulton Estate Sue McGill Holbert Estate Cecelia R. Sheehan Estate DECEASED Philip R. Cramer

BEQUESTS Marianna Coady Estate Dorothy M. and John F. Cruise Estate Mary Anne Fueglein Estate Irma E. Malovec Estate Irvin F. Miller Estate John L. Muething Trust Martha Marie Newby Estate Julian F. Pank Estate Virginia Smith Estate Agnes L. Sullivan Estate Cecilia R. Wheatley Estate

DIAMOND PELICANS Bellemead Development Corp.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (Greenwood, Miss.)

Therese Arru, SCN Phyllis J. Carter John and Barbara Ann Collins Stephen R. Finn John and Alice Powers

The SCN family continues to grow! In Belize, four Associates made their initial commitment as SCN Associates and six Associates renewed their commitment for three years. There are 28 Associates in Belize. In Botswana, Africa and Nazareth, Ky., it was a historic moment as two groups of SCN Associates separated by oceans, connected over the Internet, and joined in prayer during weekend gatherings in September. In Botswana, seven women made their commitments becoming the first SCN Associates in the country. At Nazareth, over 86 SCNs, Associates, candidates and inquirers attended the fall retreat. That same weekend seven candidates made their initial commitments as SCN Associates at Nazareth.

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We Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are an international Congregation in a multicultural world.

Impelled by the love of Christ, in the tradition of Vincent de Paul and the pioneer spirit of Catherine Spalding, we and our Associates are committed to work for justice in solidarity with oppressed peoples, especially the economically poor and women, and to care for the earth.

We risk our lives and resources, both personally and corporately, as we engage in diverse ministries in carrying out this mission.

You are invited to visit the Nazareth Visitor Center, Archives and the Nazareth Retreat Center and Heritage Hall, located in O’Connell Hall, on the Motherhouse Campus, in Nazareth, Ky. The Visitor Center is in the room that once served as the Ceramics Shop. Browse through the display of beautiful photos, sculptures, pieces of art, and literature. View a video about the Congregation and its current ministries.

The Archival Center is on the second floor. Come by and find out more about the rich SCN history, learn more about our collections, including the “Lincoln Note” (handwritten note from Abraham Lincoln promising protection of SCN property during the Civil War), and see exhibits.

Wanting to plan a retreat? In the Nazareth Retreat Center, visitors can ask questions about retreats and spiritual direction.

Or, just need a little peace and quiet? Stroll the grounds.

Nazareth is a sacred place, a spiritual environment, and a place of inspiration.

For more information contact Rita Davis, SCN, about the Visitor Center at (502) 331-4517, Kathy Hertel-Baker about the Archival Center at (502) 348-1548, Sharon Gray, SCN, regarding the Nazareth Retreat Center at (502) 348-1500, or Frances Krumpelman, SCN, at (502) 348-1545, regarding Heritage Hall.