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The JOURNEY

THE LOVE OF CHRIST IMPELS US

Vol. I 2013

A publication of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth

INSIDE THIS ISSUE COVER STORY:

3 Congregation Turns 200 6 Special Bicentennial Publication 6 Earth Mama Concerts 6 Employees Celebrated 7 Global Prayer Services 7 Camp Maria Oyster Scald 8 Naz’ Girls Return 9 New SCN Timeline 11 New Exhibit Unveiled 11 Flaget Hospital Groundbreaking 11 World AIDS Day 12 The Power of a Dream 13 Botswana Vocations 13 Dresses of Love 14 SCNs Moved to Take Action 15 A Legacy of Hope 16 Sister Kitty Ministering in the Classroom and Beyond 17 Nazareth Villages Full of Friendly Faces 18 Vincentian Academy Homecoming 18 Santa Visits Nazareth

Dear Friends: We are so happy to present this issue of The Journey, which features stories of our Sisters and Associates in ministry and glimpses of the Bicentennial celebrations that have taken place around the world.

Since Dec. 1, 2012, was the date that the Congregation officially turned 200, there are many Bicentennial “moments” to highlight in this issue, including the celebratory liturgy attended by hundreds at Cathedral of the Assumption in Louisville, Ky. During this liturgy, the Congregation received a blessing from Pope Benedict XVI, a proclamation and words of thanks from Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer, and the announcement of a United States Senate resolution, Resolution 606, commemorating the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.

Our hearts overflow with gratitude for God’s faithfulness to us over these 200 years and for the genuine partnership of so many people in furthering the SCN Mission. As you read through the following pages, may you know of our gratitude to you and all of our SCN family members.

We are in the midst of winter as I write this, but in the coming weeks the weather will change. Trees and flowers will bloom; birds will set about building their nests. The new life of spring is a sign of God’s ever-new life within our hearts. As Easter approaches all of God’s creation seems to be bursting with new life. The promise of Easter is re-lived over and over in our lives. We strive to reflect that promise and hope in our mission and ministries.

The 25th General Assembly of the Congregation, to be held at Nazareth May 26 – June 8, is fast approaching. Held every five years, the Assembly is an opportunity to reflect on important aspects of our life together, to support and encourage one another in our ministries, and to share the wisdom of our experiences in order to envision the future. It is a time of prayer and reflection during which new members of the Central Leadership Team are elected. We will officially close the celebration of our Bicentennial during this Assembly. Please join us in prayer as we prepare for this event.

As we approach Easter and spring, may God’s love fill your heart with renewed hope. May each of you experience many blessings.

Mary Elizabeth Miller, SCN President

18 iPads at Nazareth Home 19 Highlights 21 Journeying On 23 Memorials/Honoraries

ON THE COVER: SCN family members gathered for a Liturgy at Cathedral of the Assumption in Louisville, Ky., to mark the Congregation officially turning 200 in December.

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The United States Senate has recognized the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth with a resolution.

SCNs Elaine McCarron and Rachel Willett gathered details for Senate staff in Washington, D.C. The resolution was delivered to the Motherhouse at Nazareth, Ky. 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, Eileen Maymon Humphrey, Michael Buckman; SCNAs Trudi Maish, Patsy O’Toole; and SCNs Malini Manjoly, Rita Spalding, Luke Boiarski, Elaine McCarron, Rachel Willett, Susan Gatz, Rhoda Kay Glunk, Frances Krumpelman and Margaret Meisner.

Correction: In the last issue of The Journey, Olive Pinto, SCN, was incorrectly identified as the first postulant to enter from Mumbai, India. Margaret Rodericks, SCN, was the first postulant from Mumbai, followed by Shalini D’Souza, SCN. We apologize for this error.

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112TH CONGRESS - 2D SESSION S. RES. 606 Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, on Dec. 1, 1812.

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES NOVEMBER 30, 2012 Mr. CARDIN (for himself and Mr. MCCONNELL) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to: RESOLUTION Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, on Dec. 1, 1812. Whereas 19-year-old Catherine Spalding, born in Charles County, Maryland, and Bishop John Baptist David, born in France, responded to the need for education on the Kentucky frontier by founding the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (referred to in this preamble as the ‘‘Sisters’’), on Dec. 1, 1812; Whereas, after Ellen O’Connell, a gifted teacher from Baltimore, Maryland, and daughter of a college professor, joined the Sisters and prepared Catherine Spalding and Harriet Gardiner for teaching, the 3 Sisters opened their first school, in 1814, at St. Thomas Farm, in Nelson County, Kentucky; Whereas, after 2 years of teaching, the school serviced both boarding and day students with a total enrollment of 37 girls, including 13 non-Catholic students; Whereas, in 1822, the Sisters purchased property located 3 miles north of Bardstown, Kentucky and named that property Nazareth; Whereas, at Nazareth, the Sisters built log houses and a new school, known as Nazareth Academy; Whereas, in 1825, Henry Clay, Kentucky statesman and orator, gave the first commencement address at Nazareth Academy, where his daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter eventually received an education, along with Sarah Knox Taylor, the daughter of President Zachary Taylor; Whereas, during the Civil War, the Sisters nursed both Union and Confederate soldiers; Whereas Dr. J. O. Murray, a physician in the Union Army in Louisville, Kentucky, wrote to Nazareth, ‘‘I regret very much to inform you of the death of Sister Catherine Malone on Jan. 31, 1862, at General Hospital No. 1 in this city. She, as well as the other sisters

at this hospital, have been untiring and most efficient in nursing the sick soldiers. The military authorities are under the greatest obligation to the sisters of your order.’’; Whereas, in 1861, at the request of a commanding officer of the Union Army, 22-year-old Sister Mary Lucy Dosh and the other Sisters at St. Mary’s Academy in Paducah, Kentucky closed their school to nurse Union soldiers and Confederate prisoners of war; Whereas, while nursing, Sister Mary Lucy Dosh consoled patients and often gave up her own food to provide nourishment for the sick and wounded; Whereas Sister Mary Lucy Dosh contracted typhoid fever and died on Dec. 29, 1861, resulting in doctors and soldiers from Union and Confederate forces calling a truce to mourn her death and officers from both sides accompanying her body up the Ohio River on the U.S. Gunboat Peacock, for burial at St. Vincent’s Academy, in Union County, Kentucky; Whereas, on Jan. 17, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln sent the following letter to Nazareth as a precaution against any military intrusion: ‘‘Let no depredation be committed upon the property or possessions of the Sisters of Charity at Nazareth Academy, near Bardstown, Kentucky.’’; Whereas, in 1878, a yellow fever epidemic besieged the people of the Mississippi River Valley, during which time approximately 120,000 cases of yellow fever were reported and 20,000 people died; Whereas, in Holly Springs, Mississippi, the Sisters closed a local parochial school to nurse the sick, with 6 of the Sisters succumbing to yellow fever between Sept. 22 and Oct. 11, 1878, which prompted the townspeople to erect a monument at the gravesites of the 6 Sisters, honoring their service and sacrifice; Whereas, in 1918, 29 Sisters, along with sisters from other orders, helped nurse over 10,000 wounded and sick World War I soldiers at Camp Taylor, in Louisville; Whereas the Sisters, finding the soldiers sleeping on bare mattresses and dressed in uniforms and boots, requested bed linens and hospital clothing for the sick and wounded at Camp Taylor; Whereas 90 soldiers, many with Spanish Influenza and battle wounds, died during the night that the Sisters first arrived at Camp Taylor;

Whereas deaths at Camp Taylor noticeably declined as the Sisters provided skilled nursing and a commitment to hygiene; Whereas an officer remarked that he knew when a Sister was in the barracks at Camp Taylor, because the men were especially quiet and well-mannered; Whereas, by the mid-20th century, the Sisters were located in 10 States, taught in more than 100 elementary schools, 30 secondary schools, 2 colleges, and 6 schools of nursing, and cared for the sick in 12 hospitals and children in 6 orphanages; Whereas the Sisters opened their first foreign mission in India in 1947, and subsequent foreign missions in Belize in 1975, Nepal in 1979, and Botswana in 2000; Whereas, in 1986, Nazareth Home, a nursing care facility that the Sisters opened in 1976, in Louisville, became the first long-term care facility in Kentucky to accept HIV/AIDS patients; Whereas, as of November 2012, the Sisters— (1) staff an HIV/AIDS hospice and administer 2 preschools in Botswana; and (2) provided disaster relief and housing assistance in many places, including— (A) New Orleans, Louisiana; (B) Joplin, Missouri; (C) Nelson County, Kentucky; (D) Appalachia; and (E) Belize; and Whereas the Sisters find inspiration and strength for their service in the words of 2 Corinthians 5:14, ‘‘Caritas Christi urget nos’’ (‘‘the charity of Christ urges us’’): Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate—(1) commemorates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (referred to in this resolution as the ‘‘Sisters’’), on Dec. 1, 1812; (2) commends the dedicated service of the Sisters who provided nursing care during the Civil War, World War I, and epidemics of yellow fever, cholera, and smallpox in the South; (3) recognizes the service of the Sisters in providing health care on the frontier of Kentucky and elsewhere through the establishment of hospitals in Kentucky, 4 other States, the District of Columbia, and abroad; (4) lauds the role that the Sisters continue to play in providing education, health care, and nursing home care in response to the needs of economically and socially disadvantaged individuals, families, and communities; and (5) directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the Sisters.

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CONGREGATION TURNS 200

The last weeks of 2012 were filled with celebrations across the SCN Congregation in honor of the bicentennial anniversary.

In the U.S.

In Louisville, hundreds of people, including community leaders, gathered at Cathedral of the Assumption to mark the official day the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth turned 200. It was especially fitting to come together at the Cathedral as that is where Mother Catherine Spalding, the Congregation’s foundress, began Presentation Academy, one of the Congregation’s earliest schools.

It did not go unnoticed that Catherine’s commitment to education continues today, the commitment to educating women launched in the early 1800s and nurtured into the year 2012 and beyond. A myriad of other ministries began by Catherine, her legacy, now extend world wide.

To honor the Congregation’s internationality during the Liturgy, flag and drum bearers, Sisters and Associates, processed in representing the United States, India, Belize, Nepal and Botswana.

The celebration was vibrant and lively.

Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz noted that the entire church “rejoices” for the 200 years of service given by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. Following the homily, the Sisters led by SCN President Mary Elizabeth Miller, renewed their profession of vows. Sister Mary Elizabeth expressed

During the Congregation’s bicentennial celebration, each of the countries where SCNs minister was highlighted.

The Marian English Medium School family of Anakkampoil, India, celebrated the 200 years of life and ministry of the SCNs.

her gratitude to God for the “graces and blessings of the past” and prayed in “hope and trust” as the Congregation begins a third century of ministry.

During the celebration, the impact of the SCNs in Louisville and surrounding areas was noted to include the founding of Spalding University, St. Joseph Infirmary, Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital, Our Lady of Peace, Nazareth Home, Bethlehem High School, Flaget Memorial Hospital, Nazareth Villages, and Nazareth Retreat Center to name a few. The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are also connected to The de Paul School, St. John Center, House of Ruth, Family Scholar House and Sister Visitor Center. “They have been leaders in setting the tone for charity and compassion,” said Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer, who was on hand to issue a proclamation celebrating the bicentennial.

“These are women who stand up for social justice and are fearless … I think it inspires people,” he said. “It inspires me.”

“I think the one thing we are known for is that we look for what is needed and we respond to it,” said Sister Mary Elizabeth. “Our mission has evolved.”

In 1947, the Sisters of Charity opened

a hospital in India to treat people with leprosy. The order has since expanded into Nepal, Botswana and Belize. Celebrations continued throughout the Congregation.

In India

The Sisters in Gurgaon and Dharuhera, along with all the children of Asha Kiran and Asha Niwas, celebrated the bicentennial in Kanehi Parish in India.

More than 600 people attended the Mass. Beena Chirackal, SCN, gave welcoming remarks and reflected upon the Congregation’s charism and early beginnings from the log cabin in Kentucky to current missions. She spoke of ministry in different parts of the globe and highlighted the missions in Gurgaon and Dharuhera to girls who are marginalized and victimized. Sister Beena thanked SCN family members for supporting SCN ministries.

In Anakkampoil, India, the Marian English Medium School family members, parishioners, and other well wishers, honored the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, for 200 years of life and ministry to the poor and the marginalized around the world. The day began with the Holy

SCN family members in Belize participated in the Independence Day Parade. Crowds cheered for the Sisters who rode in a horse and buggy and those who also marched nearby.

Numerous community leaders attended the celebration of the Sisters turning 200.

Dozens attended the bicentennial celebration in Botswana at the Parish Church in Metsimotlhabe.

Sisters representing the Eastern Province presented flowers and incense as part of the celebration at the Cathedral of the Assumption.

The cake, created by Sullivan Bakery, was a replica of St. Vincent Church.

Eucharist followed by the inauguration of the dance drama, “The SCN Journey of Faith.” The dance, performed by the Marian students, depicts the 200-year history of the Congregation.

SCNs at Navjyoti, Shahpur, hosted a bicentennial celebration. Priya Kalapurayil, SCN, describes the day’s events.

By 9:00 a.m. the invitees began to arrive which included the priests, religious Brothers and Sisters from the neighboring parishes and the parishioners of Shahpur.

The students and teachers of Navjyoti had already put up and decorated the “pandal” very beautifully. The continuous music and bhajans made the whole atmosphere feel festive. The joy and enthusiasm of the children could not be contained as the guests entered the compound though they seated themselves patiently for the liturgy to begin.

Kiran Kaniyamkandathil, SCN, introduced and welcomed the guests that spoke of the deep connectedness the Sisters have made with the people. The Liturgy was very inspiring and devotional… The prayers, rituals and singing rendered an air of joy and gratitude.

Following the liturgy, the students performed a variety of entertainment.

The enactment of the origins of our Congregation and the beginnings of the mission by the SCNs in India by the little children moved one to tears…The completion of the celebration was felt only when the Sisters sat together sharing and relishing the little joys and recalling the many events of the day. Many memories of the past were brought alive as the Sisters expressed gratitude for all the marvels God has done.

In Banakal, Karnataka, India, a new grotto now stands. It was built to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.

The grotto was blessed by Rev. Arthur Prasanth and inaugurated by SCN Ann Palatty, Bangalore Provincial. The beautiful structure was built solely with contributions from local residents.

In Nepal

Sister Cecilia Simick, SCN, writes: … We would like to share a few words about our Feast Day celebration in Surkhet. On the occasion of our bicentennial celebration we planned to share about our Congregation with all the staff working with us. We showed the DVD “SCN Ministries Today” and sang a theme

song composed by Rekha Kerketta, SCN… Our staff performed a comedy skit, songs, and dances and honored all the Sisters with red tika and flowers. They expressed their gratitude to the Sisters for bringing lots of changes in their lives and in the lives of many downtrodden, for being a hope for all those in suffering… Rosita Kavilpurayidathil, SCN, thanked everyone for being part of our mission and for their selfless service. Indeed it was a memorable and grace-filled day for us all.

In Botswana

The Parish Church in Metsimotlhabe had a festive appearance on Nov. 24, in spite of the heavy rains – blessings – that had begun the night before. From early morning, volunteers were busy fixing up the church and arranging flowers. A sense of joy and celebration could be felt in the air.

Approximately 150 people, including 18 priests celebrated the Eucharist along with Rt. Rev. Valentine Seane, the Bishop of Gaborone. The Sisters were filled with gratitude for all the blessings that God has showered upon the Congregation and the way God has led them to different parts of the world during the past two centuries, especially for leading them in 2000 to serve the people of Botswana.

Bishop Valentine explained that religious life is a gift to the Church and the Church is today what it is because of the Religious – both men and women. He thanked the SCNs for their committed service to the people of Botswana through education pastoral care, outreach to the people infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. He also commended the Congregation for making the courageous decision to begin a Formation Program in Botswana.

In Belize

SCNs and Associates in Belize celebrated the bicentennial in many ways in 2012 including participation in the Independence Day Parade. Several rode in a horse and buggy carriage, including “Mother Catherine” portrayed by Paschal Maria Fernicola, SCN. Others marched near the carriage with banners highlighting the years of ministry in Belize. Sisters and Associates also gathered in December to reflect upon the bicentennial and took part in outreach projects.

Bicentennial events continue across the Congregation through the General Assembly in May 2013.

Special Bicentennial Publication

Thousands of Kentucky Standard magazines highlighting the Congregation’s bicentennial have been delivered to homes in Nelson County, Ky. The magazine, a special insert in the newspaper, and available in several Bardstown businesses, came out in December. The publication “Rooted in Nelson County … Embracing the World” shares facets of the Congregation’s rich history and was delivered to area homes just days before the Congregation officially marked 200 years of ministry. In addition to stories about the Congregation, businesses and organizations in Bardstown, Ky., and Louisville, Ky., took out sponsorships in the magazine with warm words of thanks.

Nelson County cable station PLG-TV also ran a series of five videos about the Congregation. Each five-minute video segment aired after the evening newscast Dec. 3–7. On Dec. 8–9, the station shared the combined clips totaling 25 minutes.

SCN family members are moved by the generosity of the Kentucky Standard, PLG-TV, and the many organizations and businesses that took out sponsorships. Copies of “Rooted in Nelson County, Embracing the World” were made available at the Bicentennial Liturgy. They can also be picked up at the Visitors Center on the Motherhouse Campus in Nazareth, Ky.

Earth Mama Concerts

An award winning vocalist with a message about caring for the planet helped both the Sisters of Charity and the Sisters of Loretto celebrate turning 200. The two Congregations sponsored free concerts for the public in October 2012 as part of a year of bicentennial celebrations. Musician Joyce Johnson Rouse, also known as Earth Mama, performed a range of musical styles at St. Catharine and at Spalding University. Joyce also performed for the Sisters of both Congregations at their respective Motherhouses. She sang a number of well-known songs including “Standing on the Shoulders,” a song she wrote for the 75th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage in 1995. Joyce is in the process of writing a song to honor both the Sisters of Loretto and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. A well-respected musician, Joyce was picked for her first album as a finalist in the Nammies, one of Nashville’s prestigious music awards.

Employees Celebrated

As part of the SCN Congregation’s bicentennial celebration, employees both at the Motherhouse Campus in Nazareth, Ky., and St. Louise Convent in Pittsburgh, Pa., were recognized and thanked for the roles they carry out within the SCN family. SCN President Mary Elizabeth Miller noted the many ways employees are key to SCN ministries. Several employees have worked alongside the Sisters for 30 to 50 years.

At St. Louise Convent, dozens of employees and Sisters also attended a prayer service followed by a luncheon. Smiles and stories were shared about a number of ministries.

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Global Prayer Services

RIGHT — SCN family members placed flowers on the graves of loved ones and friends on the Global Day of Prayer for the Deceased.

BELOW — Participants in the Global Day of Prayer for the Deceased processed to the cemetery.

Sisters Remembered

It was a sunny, crisp fall afternoon as hundreds gathered around the United States and in other parts of the world to pay tribute to deceased members of the SCN family. As part of a bicentennial celebration, the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth held a global day of prayer.

At Nazareth, Ky., a prayerful reflection took place in St. Vincent Church.

Those gathered were asked to imagine what it must have been like for Mother Catherine Spalding, a co-founder of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, in the early days and what difficult decisions and challenging ministries other leaders must have had to embrace.

Bells and a drum, imitating the beating of a heart, were played as the names of deceased Sisters and Associates were read. Flowers were handed out to be placed on the graves of loved ones. Arm in arm, dozens walked from St. Vincent to the cemetery.

Such prayer services were also held in Memphis, Tenn., Newburyport, Mass., Pittsburgh, Pa., and Mokama, India. It was a time to reflect upon and celebrate the lives of deceased Sisters and Associates who have blessed the Congregation over two centuries.

SCNs in Mokama, India, created a moving tribute to deceased SCN family members.

Camp Maria Oyster Scald

Cardinal McCarrick celebrated a beautiful Mass in a pristine setting on the morning of Oct. 14, 2012, concluding a year of celebration for Camp Maria Retreat Center (CMRC) and its 75th anniversary year. After the Mass, guests were invited to a traditional oyster scald dinner. The oysters were collected straight from Abell’s Wharf on Breton Bay. “It’s a powerful experience to get to be a part of this anniversary, and it’s just amazing that Camp Maria is still here, though not unbelievable,” said Ann Kovalcik, Camp Maria Retreat Center’s director. “The Sisters understand simplicity, order and beauty, and because of that, we’re still here. That’s why Camp Maria has become so well established in our community and is so well taken care of today.”

The retreat center, located in Leonardtown, Md., provides an atmosphere of prayer, hospitality and simplicity in a peaceful, natural environment.

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Naz’ Girls Return

Hundreds of women returned to Nazareth Campus for the Nazareth Academy and College All Class Reunion.

“Naz Girls” started arriving on Nazareth Campus the third weekend of September. More than 200 women attended the fun filled weekend including 101-year-old Ruthie McGaughran, SCN, who was recognized as the “Oldest Alum” at the gathering.

Nazareth Academy opened in 1822 and received its charter from the General Assembly in December of 1829. In the 1820s, the Academy attracted students from many states. A century later, the Academy began hosting international students, eventually welcoming students from over 40 nations. Nazareth campus was also home to Nazareth Junior College and Nazareth College.

“Naz Girls” enjoyed a weekend of events including a social Friday night, class photos on Saturday followed by Mass, and on Sunday, the blessing of a plaque donated by the alums to honor the Sisters.

It was standing room only during Mass at St. Vincent Church as Sisters, Associates and Alumni came together. SCN President Mary Elizabeth Miller’s welcoming remarks were especially touching as she recalled the words to a school song. “Nazareth, our Nazareth, the joyous words prolong, Let hill and vale and flowering field re-echo with our song …” Sister Mary Elizabeth went on to share, “I hope these days have been a time to enjoy renewing friendships and to share stories with classmates whom we haven’t seen in years. I hope you have had time to take a long, loving look at the beauty of the buildings, the campus and this Church, and to experience the presence of God in all. No doubt this has been a time to relive in your own heart the joys and sorrows that were part of your life here at Nazareth …” Sister Mary Elizabeth is a graduate of both Nazareth Junior College and Nazareth College.

Eileen Maymón Humphrey, Nazareth Academy, Class of 1962, reflects upon her return to Nazareth. … Only those that attended Nazareth and lived there for years can really understand the excitement and sweet melancholy that one feels as one enters the road towards the Motherhouse and O’Connell Hall. It is like walking back in time and seeing the Sisters and students walking across the campus to attend Mass or classes.

The music rooms filled with piano, violin, viola and wind sounds Members of the Nazareth College class of 1970 gather on the Motherhouse steps in for many hours, the Nazareth, Ky. dormitories where

many of us slept and laughed at night until the Sister assigned to our dorm came in and we knew it was time to be quiet, the snack store in the gym where we could eat goodies after swimming for a while, our trips to the Lebanon pool and travels to Louisville on the “Blue Goose.”

Not less important, the walks to the country store where we felt, at that time, like we were shopping in a mall. The smell of “mash” which became such a physical reminder that we were getting close to the campus and the black capes that we wore to early Mass in the winter.

The rooms look the same, even though new offices have replaced Sister Margaret Gertrude’s office, the academy cafeteria, where I remember being served fresh strawberries and peach pie and many wonderful meals, listening to the readings during retreats by Sisters Rose Catherine and Helen Ann while we ate without talking. I remember the stairs going down to the Sisters’ and postulates’ dining room, where we were not allowed to go. The fire escapes are gone, but I couldn’t keep from smiling as I remember going down one, only to find a Sister waiting for me at the end of it. Demerits, anyone …?

The Daisy Chain ceremony was so special and beautiful even though I have never picked so many daisies and practiced for so many hours!

The sad part of all this joy is not having the Sisters that nurtured and taught us with such dedication. I would love to sit with many of them and thank them for their servanthood and unselfish attitude, but good deeds are made as unto the Lord and not expected to be recognized in this life. I know that all attendees will join me in thanking the Sisters and personnel who so lovingly welcomed us and “shared” Nazareth with us, even if only for a few hours. We thank them for taking care of ‘our’ school and making us feel so special.

To those that I saw for the first time since graduating, it was wonderful to see you and to spend time reminiscing about our days at Nazareth. Time stood still, and it was almost as if we were there again …”

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NEW SCN TIMELINE 1808 –1825 In 1813 6 Sisters By 1825 61 Sisters 5 academies 1 seminary domestic

1826–1850 By 1850 102 Sisters 7 academies 2 hospitals 2 parochial schools 2 orphanages

1808 1809 1811 1812 1813 1814 1815 1816 1822 1829 1832 1832 1835 1836 1841 1841

1851–1875 By 1875 321 Sisters 14 academies 9 parochial schools 2 hospitals 3 orphanages 1 seminary domestic

1876–1900 By 1900 693 Sisters 17 academies 45 parochial schools 1 commercial school 5 hospitals 6 orphanages 1 home for elderly men

1901–1925 By 1925 1,022 Sisters 3 colleges 14 academies 63 parochial schools 6 hospitals 4 schools of nursing 6 orphanages 1 home for elderly men 1 home for young working women

During the bicentennial year of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Frances Krumpleman, SCN, director of Heritage Hall on the Nazareth Campus, worked to create an up-to-date timeline

highlighting the history of the Congregation.

With such a long and active history to examine, the task of narrowing down some important moments was monumental. From the

Diocese of Bardstown, Kentucky, created; Benedict J. Flaget appointed its first bishop Elizabeth Ann Seton founded the Sisters of Charity of Emmitsburg, Maryland Bishop Benedict J. Flaget and Fr. John B. David arrived in Bardstown, Kentucky

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN) founded at St. Thomas Farm, Bardstown Catherine Spalding elected first Mother Superior; provisional rule given by Fr. David Nazareth School (later Nazareth Academy) for girls opened at St. Thomas Fr. David gave Rule of St. Vincent de Paul to the Sisters SCNs pronounced Vows for first time February 2 SCN Community moved from St. Thomas to current site of Nazareth, Kentucky

First Sisters of Charity of Nazareth

Sisters received state charter and legal title: Nazareth Literary and Benevolent Institution (NLBI) Sisters nursed cholera patients in Kentucky St. Vincent Orphanage opened in Louisville, Kentucky by Mother Catherine Spalding Community Archives at Nazareth initiated by Rev. Joseph Haseltine, ecclesiastical superior and chaplain at Nazareth St Vincent Infirmary (later St. Joseph Infirmary), first SCN hospital, opened in Louisville Bishop Flaget moved to Louisville; name of diocese changed to “Diocese of Louisville” Bishop John B. David died at Nazareth and buried in Bishops Benedict J. Flaget and John B. David motherhouse cemetery

1851 1858 1860

Six sisters left SCN community and founded Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth in Kansas Mother Catherine Spalding died in Louisville, March 20, buried at Nazareth Louisville and Nashville Railroad extended tracks to Nazareth; railroad station built on Nazareth grounds 1861–1865 Sisters served as nurses during the Civil War 1865 Ratification of the 13th Amendment prohibited slavery in the United States 1871 SCNs staff first two parochial schools for African Americans in Diocese of Louisville 1874 Sts. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital opened in Louisville St. Augustine School, Louisville, Ky. 1877 1878 1895 1897

St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky, established; care provided for persons of all races and religions SCNs nursed, and some died, caring for victims of Yellow Fever Nazareth Academy Alumnae Association organized St. Helena Convent opened for SCNs teaching in parochial schools in Louisville St. Joseph Hospital, 1877, (l) Euphrasia Stafford, SCN, Superior 1877–1917, (r) Michael Leo Mullaney, SCN, Administrator 1966–1988

1906 1910

First SCN school of nursing opened in St. Vincent Infirmary, Little Rock, Arkansas SCN Community given papal status and SCN Constitutions revised Nazareth College, Louisville, Ky., 1920 1914–1918 World War I, SCNs took part in projects to support Allied troops, nursed troops and others during Influenza Epidemic 1920 Nazareth College, first SCN liberal arts college, opened in Louisville 1921 Nazareth Junior College opened at Nazareth 1922 NLBI charter of 1829 amended to include granting college degrees by Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Mother Rose Meagher, SCN, first president of Nazareth College, 1920-1924

Dula Hogan, SCN, first superior, prepared the building for opening day, Oct. 4, 1920

founding of the Congregation in 1812 to Mother Catherine’s death in 1858, to the first school in 1814 and the first hospital in 1836 to expanding globally in 1947, and merging with the Vincentian Sisters of Charity in 2008, many

1926–1950 By 1950 USA 1503 Sisters 3 colleges 12 academies 92 parochial schools 10 hospitals 4 schools of nursing 6 orphanages 1 summer camp for girls INDIA 9 Sisters 1 academy 1 hospital 1 school of nursing

1951–1975 By 1975 USA 1238 Sisters 1 college 4 academies 66 parochial schools 9 hospitals/clinics 6 orphanages 1 retreat center 1 camp/retreat center 22 social service sites INDIA 115 Sisters 1 academy 6 schools 1 hospital 1 maternity home 1 parish ministery 1 multiple ministry site

1976–1999 By 1984 USA–BELIZE 984 Sisters 1 college 2 academies 43 parochial schools 7 hospitals/clinics 1 orphanage 1 retreat center 1 camp/retreat center 3 parish ministry sites INDIA–NEPAL 136 Sisters 1 academy 9 schools 7 social service centers 2 hospitals/clinics 5 multiple ministries sites

2000–2012 By 2012 USA–BELIZE 378 Sisters 1 academy 1 school 2 social service centers 3 health care centers 1 retreat program 1 camp/retreat center INDIA–NEPAL 257 Sisters 1 academy 16 schools 7 social service centers 3 hospitals/health care 12 multiple ministries sites

of the key moments in SCN history are updated and now on display.

The timeline hangs near the entrance to Heritage Hall located in O’Connell Hall on Nazareth Campus, Nazareth, Ky. We are

also pleased to share a version of the timeline below in this publication and are always looking for new ways and venues in which to highlight SCN history.

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Mother Catherine Spalding memorial tablet erected at Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. 1941–1945 During World War II, SCNs join in national war effort 1947 Six SCNs arrived in Mokama, India, Dec. 13 and share the Jesuit ministry 1948 SCN health care ministry in India begun at Nazareth Hospital, Mokama First SCNs arrive at Nazareth Hospital, Mokama, India, 1947

1951 SCN education ministry begun in India at Gaya Academy 1951–1959 SCNs opened 30 new schools and three new hospitals in the USA and India 1957 Novitiate opened in Mokama, India; first Indian women entered SCN community 1962 Second Vatican Council initiated significant changes to renew Church teaching and practice 1964 A Short Breviary replaced Manual of Prayers given to SCN community by Bishop David 1964 White sunbonnet worn by SCNs since 1825 replaced by a black veil 1965 SCN membership peaked at 1591 Sisters 1965 Blessing of Russell Hall, a new building for 200 novices and postulants (razed in 2008) 1965 Civil defense supplies for 5,000 persons stored in Nazareth church basement 1971 SCN Associate (SCNA) program initiated in the USA 1975 SCNs opened a mission in Belize, Central America SCNs Mary Lynn Fields and Catherine Wilson in Belize, Central America

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Nazareth Home for care of SCNs/SCNAs opened in Louisville College residence halls at Nazareth converted into apartments for elderly persons First Belizean woman entered Sisters of Charity of Nazareth SCNs in India opened a mission in Nepal SCNA program initiated in India Sister Lawrencetta Veeneman, first superior of SCNs in India, died, buried in India SCN hospitals and health care centers incorporated to form SCN Health Corporation (later System) SCNA program initiated in Belize SCN Health System transferred to Catholic Health Lawrencetta Veeneman, SCN, first Superior in Mokama, India Initiatives, Inc. SCNs from India and United States opened missions in Botswana, Africa SCNs in Belize initiated Loyola University Pastoral Education Extension Program SCNA program initiated in Botswana Vincentian Sisters of Charity of Pittsburgh merged with Sisters of Charity of Nazareth SCN formation program initiated in Botswana Celebration of Bicentennial of founding of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth

First SCNs in Botswana, Africa

Vincentian Sisters of Charity celebrate their merger with the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Sacred Heart Chapel, Pittsburgh, Pa.

Flaget Hospital Groundbreaking

New Exhibit Unveiled

A new traveling display that highlights the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCNs) and their legacy in health care has been unveiled.

The project involved several months of research and writing as well as the gathering of dozens of photos.

Over the centuries, SCNs have earned a reputation for a readiness to respond and willingness to take risks. During the Civil War, the Sisters nursed wounded and dying soldiers on both sides in military hospitals. Sisters have also cared for patients with cholera, typhoid, yellow fever, influenza, and the victims of natural disasters including floods, hurricanes, and a tsunami. In the 1980s, the Sisters were among the few organizations reaching out to those with the HIV and AIDS infection at a time when little was known about the illness. Archives reflect that over the Congregation’s rich history, thousands of patients have received care in 12 SCN hospitals. Six nurses’ training schools extended the SCN service.

The three double-sided panels of the display depict the history of the Sisters’ beginning with their founding in 1812 through 2012, as SCN family members continue to actively minister in health care around the world. The exhibit was unveiled in December at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, Arkansas. Stops included St. Vincent North followed

by St. Vincent Morrilton before heading to health care facilities in Kentucky and Pennsylvania.

World AIDS Day

The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth were invited to help break ground for a new medical office building in Bardstown, Ky. Flaget Memorial Hospital officials have dedicated a $7.8 million dollar facility to the Congregation. The Sisters founded Flaget Memorial Hospital in 1951.

Located near Flaget’s Serenity Gardens, the new building will house the Flaget Center for Orthopedics, outpatient rehabilitation services, and physician offices. SCN President Mary Elizabeth Miller joined Sue Downs, Flaget president and CEO; Bev Weber, R.N., KentuckyOne Health chief operating officer; Bardstown Mayor Bill Sheckles; Larry Hicks, chairman of the Flaget Foundation Board; Dr. Mark Abramovich, Flaget chief of medical staff; and Gail Hardin, an admitting specialist with the hospital for 44 years, for the groundbreaking.

“We are naming the building to honor our foundresses, the wonderful Sisters who had the vision, courage and determination to start a hospital in Nelson County that would save lives and preserve health for generations to come,” says Downs. “The Sisters not only ran and staffed every unit in the facility; they even lived in the building.”

In addition to Mary Elizabeth, SCNs Susan Gatz, Ann Kernan, Mary Loretto Krimple, Carol McKean, Janet Ballard, Michaela Cronin, Earline Hobbs, Elizabeth Vannucci, and Sharon Gray attended the groundbreaking.

Around the world, SCN family members came together to mark World AIDS Day on Dec. 1. In Louisville, Ky., Sisters attended a service at Central Presbyterian Church. During the service, the Board of Directors of AIDS Interfaith Ministries recognized the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the 2012 recipients of the World AIDS Day-Sister Mary Bennet Cecil Award. In 1998, AIDS Interfaith Ministries of Kentuckiana established the Sister Mary Bennet Cecil Award in honor of Sister Mary’s courage, commitment, and tireless work on behalf of men, women, and children with HIV and AIDS.

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The Power of a Dream

On the day after Christmas in 1991, eight long-time friends came together as they do each year to celebrate the season and catch up with one another. Marilyn Spink, SCN, one of the eight, recalled the night by writing, “We began to talk about some of the miracles in our lives and wondered aloud what the next one might be. We talked about a desire to open a house for women and children with AIDS or HIV positive blood tests. Soon, we moved from wondering to a sincere desire to do something …” Sister Marilyn recounted that they agreed to form a board, to notify appropriate persons of their desire, to begin researching grant possibilities, and to begin the work of becoming incorporated. They committed their “time, energy, money, prayer and work to bringing this dream to reality if it seems to be a need and God’s will.” Each of the eight friends chipped in $5 and with a beginning balance of $40, their dream began to take shape.

Their dream evolved into House of Ruth, a name chosen to honor Mary Ruth McFarland, SCN, who had been a member of their group and had taught seven of them. The name is also a biblical reference to the relationship of care, compassion and fidelity as lived out in the Book of Ruth. House of Ruth became incorporated on Aug. 6, 1992, in Louisville, Ky. The founders are Sharan Benton, Anne Bindner, Liz Bindner (deceased), Sharon Cook, and SCNs Elizabeth Blandford, Sharon Gray, Rebecca Miles, and Marilyn Spink (deceased). They described House of Ruth as “an association of caring persons for women, children and families touched by HIV and AIDS. Here they will receive respect and be assisted with their needs.”

At that time, there was still much unknown about HIV and AIDS. Services for persons with AIDS were geared primarily for men, since this wasn’t generally recognized as a women’s issue.

It took great courage for women to acknowledge their status, as it was a hidden reality. The group carefully and diligently reached out to the AIDS community in Louisville, particularly to women.

Once trust was established, the women with HIV and AIDS helped to shape the services that House of Ruth would offer.

Sharon Gray, SCN, one of the founders, remembers that “woman to woman, person to person, they permitted us into their lives.

They let us take them to the doctor, let us into their homes. They told us what was needed.” The relationships grew and House of Ruth evolved. Services included arranging for temporary housing, helping with rent payments, respite care, support groups and transportation to clinics. These services were made possible in large part through funding by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and their ministries.

Sharon Cook, a founder and Board member, worked to implement the vision as the first Coordinator of House of Ruth. She had the courage and creativity to serve as an ambassador to share the story of House of Ruth throughout Louisville, identify the first eight women in need of services, and arrange for office space.

Julie Driscoll, SCN, served as Director from 1993-2002. During this time, House of Ruth experienced tremendous growth with an increase in public recognition and funding. At the 20th anniversary celebration of House of Ruth last year, Sister Julie received the charity’s inaugural Sister Julie Driscoll Award for Outstanding AIDS Advocacy and Service. It will be awarded annually to a local individual who has demonstrated exemplary advocacy and services to benefit those living with AIDS. Though SCNs are no longer involved in direct ministry at House of Ruth, the vision continues. From its beginnings in a small one-room office, House of Ruth has grown to serve nearly 1,300 individuals and almost 700 households in 2011. The mission has expanded to include men living with HIV and AIDS. According to their website, “Today, House of Ruth owns 17 scattered-site housing units for individuals and families and is a partner in two collaborative grants that provide another four one-bedroom units for those infected or affected by HIV and AIDS … In addition to housing, the agency provides case management, emergency financial assistance, substance abuse recovery, children’s programs, and educational workshops and events to promote functional and economic self-sufficiency for those living with or affected by HIV and AIDS.” In the early years, Sister Julie, wrote a note to Sister Rebecca, one of the founders and a Board member at the time, informing her of a donation that had been given to House of Ruth. In the note, Sister Julie wrote words that ring true today, “May you be blessed with the authentic Advent hope that the work you have founded will extend beyond your wildest dreams and that many who would have been isolated will be loved because of your special efforts.” House of Ruth is truly an example of the power of a dream.

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BOTSWANA VOCATIONS

SCN family members recently celebrated a milestone in Botswana, Africa. The celebration fittingly took place on Foundation Day as the Congregation officially turned 200 on Dec. 1. Two women, Lame Molefe and Kamogelo Modise, were welcomed into the Initial Formation Program. Sisters, Associates, parish priests, family members, and others were present for the historic occasion. SCNs began ministry in Botswana in 2000 and only recently made the decision to begin a formation program following inquiries from young women in the area.

Olive Pinto, SCN, will be guiding these new members in the coming months and years as they minister and live alongside other SCN family members in Botswana.

Botswana is just north of the country of South Africa. Approximately 1.6 million people live in Botswana, which has a high rate of HIV and AIDS. Among the ministries SCN family members in Botswana are engaged in: a hospice; outreach for those infected with or affected by HIV and AIDS; day care services for children in need, including those orphaned because of HIV and AIDS; pastoral ministry to youth; skills training for women so they can support themselves and their families; and efforts to provide easier access to basic necessities like water.

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Dresses of Love

Dozens of beautiful hand-made dresses were delivered to children in Belize. The dresses feature fun, bright patterns with creative smocking.

Young girls light up when they receive the one-of-a-kind dresses!

The dresses were made under the direction of Cathy Tucker, a member of the Church of the Resurrection in New Albany, Ohio. A team of 16 volunteers worked together to make these colorful creations. Barb Bugosh and Cathy began making the dresses after getting the idea from a church in Mansfield, Ohio, that was making dresses from pillow cases for Haiti.

Barb and Cathy have created dress kits that include patterns, material, trimmings and labels.

Luke Boiarski, SCN, was given 162 sun dresses in December to deliver to children in Belize and in Botswana. Sister Luke shares, “This kind donation is one of the most creative and heartfelt ways to express God’s love to others. We thank all of those who are giving their time and talents to ‘Little Dresses of Love’.”

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SCNs Moved to Take Action Stunned and saddened by the recent brutal rape and subsequent death of a 23-year-old physiotherapy student in Delhi, India, SCN family members are further heightening their efforts to highlight and bring about gender sensitivity among students, co-workers and collaborators.

The student, we now know as Jyoti Singh, since her father asked that the world know her name, had completed her four year degree and had dreams of becoming a doctor one day. She was allegedly attacked by six men after boarding a bus in Delhi, in order to get home. In the wake of the young woman’s attack and subsequent death, prayer services and protests have taken place across India.

In Mumbai, India, Vijaya Chalil, SCN, organized a program at Mazagaon Rosary High School. The school held a Girl Child Day on January 4. Students assembled carrying signs condemning violence against women, female infanticide and feticide.

They also performed a skit that conveyed the message of hope and courage as the two pillars of power within us. In his speech, the Captain of the school, Suraj Patil, emphasized the importance of girls in society and encouraged all to respect girls and women.

In the afternoon, lamps were lit for Jyoti.

Several people in attendance, including Sister Vijaya expressed anguish about the increasing injustice taking place against females and the need to claim the place of women in society. Speakers strongly recommended that the judiciary suitably punish the perpetrators of such crimes and ensure that girls are protected in India.

In Banakal, India, the staff and students of Nazareth School organized a prayer service to honor Jyoti’s memory. Students prepared a collage which spoke volumes about how women are sometimes treated.

Principal Elizabeth Jaya Rani, SCN, addressed the teachers, staff and students

about the recent happenings in Delhi, Bihar, Jaipur and in other parts of the country with regard to the treatment of women and girls. The students lit candles and prayed for the soul of Jyoti and her family.

Hundreds of people including SCNs, girls staying at the hostel of Preranalaya, and women from the surrounding villages participated in a candle light procession in Musunuru, India on December 30. Slogans and songs rang out highlighting women and their safety. Folks passing by in cars and shop keepers joined in a moment of silence for Jyoti. Lilly Luka, SCN, and other Sisters were thanked for their social justice initiatives. One of the shop owners said to Sister Lilly, “Sister, we people did not do anything to show our solidarity with the raped girl in Delhi, but you showed us the way and opened our eyes.” About 250 people attended the event.

SCN run schools in Chatra supported the Bharat Bhand on December 29. School was closed in support of the groups who ask that immediate action be taken to bring about justice on behalf of Jyoti and her family. A special prayer service took place to pray for the country of India and to highlight the need for discussions regarding keeping all women and girls safe.

Anila Monippallikalayil, SCN, principal of Nazareth School (English Medium) said, “I will make it compulsory for girls to learn taekwondo from the next academic year for

self protection”.

From Chaibasa, India, Mary Basanti Besra, SCN, took part in the signature campaign to overhaul the system that handles crimes against women through e-mail via Change.org., while in Patna, Roselyn Karakattu, SCN, joined community leaders in a formal discussion regarding changes that need to be made in the law for the safety of women. In attendance at the meeting - prominent lawyers, members of Mahila Samakhya, heads of several women’s NGOs, social activists, and Father Philip Manthara, SJ. Each participant lit a candle and placed it in a circle in honor of the “brave heart.”

Among the suggestions made during the meeting — the speedy trial of cases, severe punishments to accused rapists, only female police to be present during the interviewing of the victims, examination of the victims to be done in private hospitals when possible instead of district government hospitals (as is the custom) and the examinations to take place within 24 hours, and education initiatives for police stations to ensure that victims are taken seriously and the correct charges are pressed.

SCN family members around the world pray that the soul of Jyoti will rest in peace and they commit themselves to continue to work to end violence in society.

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A Legacy of Hope

Many in Louisville, Ky., likely pass Our Lady of Peace nestled on a hill along Newburg Road in Louisville, Ky., each day without realizing that inside the facility sits a school. It is a school just like any other with hallways, classrooms, colorful bulletin boards and students doing homework.

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Academy came to be inside the hospital is a story that Betty MacDougall, SCN, has shared with many over the years. A visionary behind these classrooms, Sister Betty has stacks of cards of thanks from former patients and their families.

Our Lady of Peace (OLOP) is a nonprofit psychiatric hospital that was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.

It is now a service of Jewish Hospital and St. Mary’s HealthCare and is one of the largest private, nonprofit psychiatric hospitals in the country with a host of innovative programs for both children and adults.

The hospital itself can trace its roots to the 1870s, the school came about one hundred years later, in 1988. Shortly after the school opened, Sister Betty was asked to become the principal.

One year later, she helped transition the program so that it became part of the Jefferson County Public Schools. In the school’s early days there were approximately 50 students. Today, Sister Betty says up to 3,500 students pass through the hallways.

Sister Betty has been recognized repeatedly for her groundbreaking work. The remarkable institution, a school within a hospital,

ensures that children and adolescents receiving care at OLOP are able to continue their studies and by doing so, it greatly aids in healing. Peace Academy has been designated a best practice site by the Kentucky Department of Education.

Passionate and outspoken about the importance of the academy, Sister Betty says she surprised herself last year when she came to the realization that it might be time to retire. It was not an easy decision for her as she had been an integral part of the school for 24 years and the school itself, she says, was very much a part of her life.

At a party in her honor, Sister Betty was touched by the co-workers and members of the SCN family that turned out to celebrate her ministry. Stunned by the size of the crowd, she blushed a little, as Chaplain Jim McGee dedicated a prayer to her, a prayer that was originally written to St. Brigit. The Chaplain described Sister Betty as a “woman of peace” who brought harmony where there was conflict, light to the darkness and hope to the downcast.

“May the mantle of your peace cover those who are troubled and anxious,” he said, “and may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.” Poems were written and read aloud by several students.

“We are speechless, with nothing left to say but thank you,” said one student while another gave Sister Betty flowers to represent the many students she enabled to “flower and grow.”

Michael Ahrens, KentuckyOne Health director of mission and values integration, shared that Sister Betty is the last of a long line of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth who have worked continually at OLOP since 1874. “I was at a meeting the other day,” he said, “and we talked about how Sister and the others have always been there to help those in need and to bring God to the people.”

Described as being “the heart and soul of the place” and the “total person responsible for why we are successful,” Sister Betty may have retired from fulltime ministry at OLOP but she plans on continuing as a volunteer.

SCNs came out to honor Betty MacDougall, SCN, at a retirement party.

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SISTER KITTY

MINISTERING IN THE CLASSROOM AND BEYOND

“You can hear her walking down the halls, at a fast clip always …” “She is a ball of energy, rarely sitting down, always on the go …” “I would never have guessed her age …” These are just some of the phrases used to describe Kitty Wilson, SCN, who has a seemingly boundless amount of energy. She puts that energy and enthusiasm to good use having ministered in a number of capacities and in a number of countries since entering the Congregation in 1956.

Sister Kitty has been a teacher, a social worker and a fund raiser to name a few of her roles over the decades. Currently, you will find her bringing out the smiles of her students in the classrooms of St. Mary’s Center.

St. Mary’s Center is a nondenominational agency that serves over 150 adults and teens with intellectual and physical disabilities from the Louisville, Ky., area. This year the center celebrates two decades of providing vocational, functional, academic, and socialization training. St. Mary’s teaches participants lifetime leisure skills and offers a vast array of sports activities. On any given day of the week, you can find students engaged in music, art, computer class, job skills training, and square dancing.

Sister Kitty says she was drawn to St. Mary’s. “Several choices of ministry were opened for me in Louisville to be ‘God’s compassionate presence to those who are

poor and voiceless.’ Of those choices, God directed me to choose St. Mary’s Center.

In faith and trust, I am called to journey with these special needs adults who show a great love and care for each other and other people with whom they interact.”

Sister Kitty plays an integral role at St. Mary’s as she moves along from activity to activity. In her classroom, students learn about healthy life styles – good habits like eating nutritional foods and exercising. A recent visit to the classroom found Sister Kitty leading the class in a game of bingo where students helped one another identify examples of healthy foods like fruits and vegetables. Sister Kitty also attends outings with the students to restaurants where students are encouraged to make healthy meal choices and budget. Sister Kitty can often be found going on walks with the students as well.

Fellow staff members marvel at Sister Kitty’s energy and the innovation she brings to the classroom. Among the stories Sister Kitty shares is that of a student named Tony, who recently was chosen to help teach some of the health classes. Tony had always shown a willingness to help others in the classroom, so Sister Kitty encouraged him. The opportunity to help with classes has been a boost to Tony who is eager to take on such leadership.

Sister Kitty is well-known for her ability to inspire and connect with others. While working for eight years in the Office of

Kitty Wilson, SCN, says she looks forward to being in the classroom each day. She is pictured leading a game of “health bingo.”

Congregational Advancement for the SCNs, Sister Kitty traveled to dozens of places in the United States sharing ministry stories in person. She also met with countless SCN family members and donors each year.

Feeling a call to explore other ministries, Sister Kitty joined St. Mary’s Center in 2011. She says she is blessed by the many new friends she has made and the many new experiences she has had in the last year. “Being at St. Mary’s Center has changed my life. I try to be more patient as our clients are patient; be more loving and caring as our clients are loving and caring; be more accepting of all of God’s people – who each one is – as each one is. Our clients have helped me see God in new ways – in each one and in each one’s ability to be the best they are and do the best they can.”

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Nazareth Villages

Full of Friendly Faces

When Jodie Smith talks about why he chose to move to Nazareth Villages, he points to his sister Louise Smith, a Sister of Charity of Nazareth who lives at the Nazareth Motherhouse. Sister Louise encouraged her brother to move to the campus just outside Bardstown, Ky. Jodie has another sister, Benita, who also lives at Nazareth, in the Villages. So, he is near family and he says it feels like home. The Bardstown native notes that if he’d known what it was like, he would’ve moved earlier.

“It’s the closest thing to heaven,” he proudly says.

Nazareth Villages is an apartment facility for persons who are 62 years old or older, or who are physically or mentally challenged.

Nazareth Villages provides independent apartment living in a safe and supportive environment on the Nazareth campus. Nazareth Village I offers 101 apartments with HUD Section 8 rent subsidy.

Nazareth Village II offers 45 apartments also with affordable rates.

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volunteer to cut the grass in the summer, and Jodie blows leaves and prunes bushes in the fall. “I think you can judge a place by the way it looks outside,” he says. Jodie did these things at his home, and this is home now, he reasons. He says he also enjoys helping people with other projects they might need tackled.

Having worked third shift for nearly 25 years at a local factory, he’s accustomed to staying up late. Nora says he’s the “self-appointed night watchman.” He’ll let her know if any lights are out or anything needs attention.

Jodie’s spirit is an example of the care that the residents have for one another and for their home at Nazareth Villages. Residents will often use a “buddy system.” Neighbors will commonly check on each other to make sure everything is okay. “It’s a family,” shares Jodie.

Nora commends the committed staff for upholding the quality of Nazareth Villages. At the annual Kentucky Housing Conference in May 2012, Nazareth Village II was awarded the Best Market Rate property, the first award of its kind. Nazareth Villages consistently receives excellent ratings on the required Real Estate Assessment Center inspections.

For more information on Nazareth Villages, you can visit the website at www.scnazarethky.org/villages. Nazareth Villages also has a Facebook page that highlights resident activities. To speak with someone or to schedule a tour, call Nora Ballard at (502) 348-4911 or email her at nazville@scnazarethky.org. www.scnfamily.org

Vincentian Academy Homecoming

Vincentian Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa., held its first ever homecoming. Hundreds of students and former students turned out to celebrate from Oct. 25-27. Activities included a family picnic and bonfire, football game, graffiti shirts, distribution of yearbooks, and a Homecoming Dance. Sports teams and clubs were also showcased in a parade. Luke Metro and Emma Scuillo were crowned the first King and Queen of the Homecoming.

Santa Visits Nazareth

Sisters at the Motherhouse had a surprise guest during lunch — Santa! He was visiting the students at the Montessori when he received word that the Sisters were celebrating a very special milestone - their bicentennial. Santa visited dozens of Sisters as he went from table to table in the dining room. Many Sisters, when asked what they wanted for Christmas, replied world peace. Sister Ruthie, who is 102, posed for a picture with St. Nick.

iPads at Nazareth Home

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Nazareth Home embraces the computer tablets to help jumpThe latest technology is not just for kids start residents’ memory, mobility and but for parents and even their grandparents. social skills that may have deteriorated That’s what residents at Nazareth Home in through age, Alzheimer’s/dementia disease Louisville, Ky., are discovering. The staff or other types of debilitating diseases. at Nazareth Home is witnessing how the The iPad restores independence and residents are using the devices to explore opportunities for fun. Residents are able the world around them without having to to communicate with their family through leave the comforts of their home. “What Facebook and Skype, see photos, read started out as a conversation with our books, or play chess with their neighbors.

Social Services Director, Sharon Mattingly, “The iPad has countless applications and has transformed into an empowering and has proven to be a valuable resource for our meaningful program,” says Development residents with communication disorders,” Director, Michael Buckman. “We are points out Julie Minich, Nazareth extremely excited to be able to provide Home’s Speech Language Pathologist. technology with clinically inspired ‘apps’ Kim Hobson, Nazareth Home’s Director

of Nursing shares her experience, “We have one resident who suffered a debilitating stroke that left her unable to communicate verbally. This left her feeling “disconnected” and isolated. Once she began using the iPad she was able to “connect” with her peers and staff, feeling a part of the community. She even uses the “facetime” app so she can see her favorite staff members on their day off.”

“This isn’t your grandmother’s nursing home. Steve Jobs would have certainly appreciated the ‘out of the box’ approach to person-centered care we and the residents share together,” adds Michael.

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HIGHLIGHTS SCNs Edna Fabre, Ruth Ann Humphrey, Margaret Rodericks, Peggy Fowkes, and Amina Bejos celebrated their jubilees in a Mass at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., in September.

Dozens attended the SCN Associate 2 weekend in Nazareth, Ky., Sept. 28-30.

Three people made first commitments. The SCN Associates of Dangriga, Belize, also gathered the weekend of Sept. 28-29. On Sept. 22, SCN Associates gathered in Metsimotlhabe, Botswana, for a day of prayer and renewal of their commitments.

SCNs Margaret Rodericks, Marietta 3 Saldanha and Mary Scaria Menonparambil celebrated their Golden Jubilee at Nazareth Convent, Mokama, India on Oct. 5.

Congratulations to Maggie Cooper, 4 SCN, and the Church of Belize. In October, the diocese hosted their first liturgical convention. Sister Maggie wrote, “Seven hundred people registered and we expected 300!”

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Sisters and friends gathered for a prayer service in support of LCWR Region 6 Immigrant Billboard Campaign, in Louisville, Ky., on Oct. 28. The billboard states, “I was a stranger (crossed out replaced by word, ‘immigrant’) and you welcomed me. Jesus.”

Feast Day activities took place in 6 Nepal celebrating the Congregation’s 200th Anniversary.

Navjyoti School in Surkhet, Nepal, 7 received a new bus in 2012. The children of the school are very excited, and the Sisters are relieved to have much needed transportation for the students.

Parishioners from St. Benedict, located 8 in Lebanon Junction, Ky., and St.Clare Church, located in Colesburg, Ky., came together to recognize the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in October.

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The SCN Archival Center, Nazareth, Ky., hosted an Open House on Oct. 16, 2012. The Open House marked American Archives Month and the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War and featured an exhibit on the work of SCN nurses in the Civil War. The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth 10 hosted an exhibit at the 17th annual Festival of Faiths in Louisville, Ky. The theme was “Sacred Fire: Light of Compassion.” The Congregation’s bicentennial was highlighted repeatedly during the festival.

Vincentian Academy officially 11 celebrated 80 years of ministry with a Mass of Thanksgiving on Nov. 7, 2012.

Founded by the Vincentian Sisters of Charity on Nov. 14, 1932, the Academy, located in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, Pa., currently serves 262 students.

Approximately 200 couples gathered 12 from the 34 parishes of the Archdiocese of Patna in India to conclude the “Year of the Family” at Jyoti Bhavan, in Mokama on Nov. 23-24.

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In January, Luke Boiarski, SCN, led a group to Las Flores, Belize that included two SCNs and eight lay mission volunteers. The group made repairs to homes in the village of Las Flores.

In India, 63 Mokama children received 14 the Sacrament of Confirmation on Nov. 25. The children processed into the Church with an entrance dance by the SCN Candidates.

Sixteen days of an International 15 Campaign to end violence against women was organized in Surkhet by governmental and non-governmental organizations. It began on Nov. 25 with a rally by organizations, including Navjyoti Center, a ministry of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. Women and men processed with banners, placards and slogans to promote public awareness regarding violence against women.

Global Exchange Participants SCN 16 Associates Evelyn Faldowski and Tootsie Gish traveled to India in December to begin their two-month experience.

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In Massachusetts, Mary Braley, SCN, received the Cheverus Award. The Cheverus Award, named after the first Bishop of Boston, Jean-Louis Lefebvre de Cheverus, is given to lay people, deacons and religious in parishes and other archdiocesan ministries for their service to the Church and the people of God. In Pennsylvania, Ann Horvat, SCN, 19 was featured in the Uniontown newspaper, Herald Standard. Sister Ann attended the Ruby Award ceremony in Fayette County and introduced one of the award winners. Sister Ann ministers at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church in Uniontown.

The Sisters and Associates in 20 Massachusetts gathered at Catherine Spalding House, Brockton, Mass. on Foundation Day, Dec. 1.

In recognition of the SCN Bicentennial 21 Celebration, a Mass was offered on Saturday, Dec. 1 at St. Mary’s Church in Pierce City, Mo. Those present recalled the Sisters who worked at St. Mary’s School and Parish.

SCNs and Associates in Belize City 22 held a Christmas party, went Christmas caroling, and served plates of food to homeless persons on Dec. 7.

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Beverly Hoffman, SCN, has received the John Dobson Award from the Department of Adult Education, St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada. This award is granted annually to an Adult Education graduate student who has completed International Research. Sister Beverly’s research explored the transformative learning and sociocultural realities of persons with disabilities in Belize. The financial award will be used to disseminate the results.

Forty-four SCN educators and 13 24 Novices gathered in Mokama, India for the education ministry meeting in December. The theme was “Education for Peace and Nation Building.”

On the afternoon of Dec. 2, people 25 from all over the United States held prayer vigils in solidarity with the Leadership Conference of Women Religious to honor faithful Sisters.

Charkaram Christian community in 26 India celebrated Parish Day to mark the conclusion of the “Year of the Family” on December 16. During the Mass, 22 people received the sacrament of Confirmation.

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Journeying On Mary Vincent O’Neill, SCN, 87, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., died October 8, 2012.

She was in her 67th year of religious life.

She was an educator and in later years an LPN in the Dioceses of Pittsburgh, Pa., Greensburg, and Mobile, Alabama.

Sheila Ann Madden, SCN, 90, a native of Louisville, Ky., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, on November 19, 2012. She was in her 71st year of religious life.

Sister Sheila Ann served in Kentucky and Tennessee in elementary, secondary Survivors include sisters Eugenia Lane, and collegiate education as teacher, Margaret Gilliard, and Catherine O’Neill principal, diocesan supervisor and and brothers Father Hugh O’Neill and college registrar for 41 years. In Daniel O’Neill, many nieces, nephews and their families, friends, Louisville, Sister served as principal of Presentation Academy and her religious community. from 1967-73, as college registrar at Spalding University from 1973-88, and in health ministry at Our Lady of Peace Hospital Mary Stella Stofcik, SCN, 93, a native of from 1988-96.

Webster, Pa., died at Vincentian Home, Pittsburgh, Pa., on October 17, 2012. She Survivors include a sister, Dorothy Berger of Notre Dame, Ind., was in her 79th year of religious life. and her religious community.

Sister Stella taught for 40 years in missions throughout Missouri, Alabama, Pennsylvania and Canada. Sister also played the organ in many parishes and enjoyed working with both the children’s and adult choirs.

In 1991, Sister began a new ministry as librarian at Mon Valley High School in Donora for 14 years and then for 4 years at Vincentian High School, Pittsburgh. She also served as a driver at St. Louise Convent and worked in the host room.

Survivors include her religious community.

Anne Kremenik, SCN, formerly Sister Loyal, 90, a native of Blairsville, Pa., died at Vincentian Home, Pittsburgh, Pa., November 16, 2012. She was in her 75th year of her religious life.

Sister Anne served in education on both the elementary and secondary levels throughout Pennsylvania, including Vincentian Academy in Pittsburgh.

Sister served as General Superior of the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from 1971-1979.

Survivors include her religious community

Eunice Ann Arnold, SCN, 87, a native of Memphis, Tenn., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on November 20, 2012.

She was in her 67th year of religious life.

Sister Eunice Ann served in community service and elementary education in Kentucky and Maryland for 23 years.

She also served in retreat ministry at Camp Maria Retreat Center in Maryland for 27 years. Sister resided at the Motherhouse, Nazareth, Ky., for the past 15 years and moved to Nazareth Home in July 2012.

Survivors include a sister, Jean Sigman, and a brother, Frederick E. Arnold, both of Memphis, Tenn., and her religious community.

Helen Gertrude Fontaine, SCN, 101, a native of Lewiston, Maine, died at the Motherhouse, Nazareth, Ky., on December 11, 2012. She was in her 83rd year of religious life.

Sister Helen Gertrude served in education on the elementary, secondary and collegiate levels in Kentucky, Massachusetts, Alabama and Virginia for 50 years. In Louisville, Sister served at Sacred Heart School from 1932-37 and at Catherine Spalding College, now Spalding University from 1962-65.

Survivors include former students and her religious community.

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Journeying On Teresa Catharine Sullivan, SCN, 86, a native of Ludlow, Ky., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on December 14, 2012. She was in her 66th year of religious life.

Sister Teresa Catharine served in elementary education in Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas and Louisiana for 48 years. In Louisville, Sister served from 1991-96 in elementary education as part-time teacher at St. Aloysius School and in part-time After School Child Care at St. James School. From 1996-2012, Sister Teresa Catharine volunteered at St. Joseph Child Development Center.

Survivors include two brothers, John L. Sullivan of Ludlow, Ky., and Joseph M. Sullivan of Edgewood, Ky.; and two sisters, Rose Sullivan, SCN, of Nazareth, Ky., and Mary Dominic Sullivan, OSB, of Covington, Ky., and her religious community.

M. Beatrice Brunner, SCN, 86, a native of Pittsburgh, Pa., died at Vincentian Home, Pittsburgh, on January 5, 2013.

She was in her 67th year of religious life.

Birmingham, Ala.

Sister Beatrice entered religious life from St. Teresa of Avila Parish in Perryville, Pa. Sister served in both elementary and secondary education for 20 years in the dioceses of Pittsburgh and Greensburg, Pa.; and Mobile and

Jeanne Mary Wathen, SCN, 89, a native of Leonardtown, Md., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on January 8, 2013. She was in her 69th year of religious life.

Sister Jeanne Mary served in elementary and secondary education as both teacher and principal for 32 years in Alabama, Kentucky and Ohio. In Louisville, Sister taught at St. Pius X, St. Cecilia and St. Lawrence Schools. Sister later served in parish ministry and community service.

Survivors include a sister and two brothers, Adrienne and Stephen Wathen of Leonardtown, Md.; Paul Wathen of College Park, Md., and her religious community.

Lucille Massey, SCN, formerly Sister Teresa George Massey, 100, a native of Bowling Green, Ky., died at Nazareth Home, Louisville, Ky., on January 9, 2013. She was in her 81st year of religious life.

Sister Lucille served in elementary education as both teacher and supervisor for 39 years. In Louisville, Sister served as teacher at St. Cecilia School; as supervisor of Elementary Schools for the Archdiocese; as instructor in the Education Department of Nazareth College, now Spalding University, and as a resident at Nazareth Home.

Survivors include a nephew, John Baker, and her religious In 1967, Sister Beatrice was assigned to Fonthill, Ontario, community.

Canada, where she taught Science at Notre Dame High School for 24 years. After retiring from teaching, she continued her ministry of service as Pastoral Minister to the Virginia “Jenny” Michael Flaherty, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1951 people of Star of the Sea Parish in Marie Lallouette “Lolly” Struck, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1960 St. Catharine, Ontario until 2009.

Mary Ann Schianchi, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1946 Sister Beatrice then returned to Peggy Bowling Wilson, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1947 Pittsburgh where she was part of the Dorothy Hays Steedly, St. Joseph Infirmary, 1946; Nazareth College, Louisville, 1958 Sisters’ Prayer Ministry.

Mary Pousardien Hilger, Nazareth Academy, Nazareth, 1940; Nazareth College, Nazareth, 1944

Alumni Obituaries

She is survived by her sisters Rose and Loretta Brunner; her brothers, Raymond and Andrew Brunner, and her religious community.

Patricia Ruth Evans Nieh, Nazareth College, Nazareth Kitty Quitter Downing, LaSalette Academy, 1945 Margaret Riley Muir, Nazareth College, Nazareth, 1966 Imelda R. Yuhr, Nazareth Academy, Nazareth, 1933; Nazareth College, Nazareth, 1968 Mary Emma Oberst Mellen, Nazareth Junior College, Nazareth, 1937; Holy Name, Henderson Phyllis Weller Wassberg, Nazareth Academy, 1954 Catherine Hutchins Norris Faust, Nazareth Academy, 1940; St. Joseph Infirmary, 1943 Frances Gunther Capodanno, Presentation Academy, Louisville

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Dorothy C. Ballard Eleanor Duke Fearns Fredrick Arnold\Family Sherry Stamp Carol Kline Thompson Rita Shafer ANTHONY ARRU Virginia M. Kern, SCNA LOUIS ARRU Virginia M. Kern, SCNA LOUIS A. ARRU, SR. Virginia M. Kern, SCNA MARTIN C. ARRU Virginia M. Kern, SCNA MARY ROSE ARRU Virginia M. Kern, SCNA KEITH AVIS SCN Associates Luke Boiarski, SCN John Loretto Mueller, SCN ROSEMARY C. BAKER Betty Celletti LARRY BALDY Christine M. Baldy ELLEN MARIA BALLEW, SCN Sally A. Hamrock Cornelia Grenier Betty Trudo BARKER FAMILY Dorothy Thomas, SCN MADELINE BARTLETT Gwen McMahon, SCN MARIE\PETE BASSFORD Joyce Abramson VIRGINIA BAUER, SCN Debbie Stiff BEAM FAMILY Robert\Sue Beam MARY ROBERT BECKER, SCN Helen Dahlberg Denise\Don Carpenter

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BETTY VANNUCCI, SCN Rita Schafer Dr. Robert B. Scripko JUDY VITTITOW Helen Blodgett, SCN VSCs\ALL WHO EDUCATED US Ronald J. Hornak JOANIE WAITS Al\Dianne Mulholland ELAINE WALLACE Evelyn Hurley, SCN ROSE ANDREW WALLER, SCN Pat Campisano MR.\MRS. WILLIAM WECKEL\ FIRST ANNIVERSARY Mary Assumpta Dwyer, SCN WESTERN PROVINCIAL LEADERSHIP TEAM Regina Atkins, SCN JOSEPH MARITA WHEATLEY, SCN Earline Hobbs, SCN BILL\CAROLYN WILLETT Carrie Fogle ANN LEO WILSON, SCN Lisa Isbell JOAN WILSON, SCN Thelma Griffin Gerard A. Weigel MARY BLAIR WILSON Ron Blair MICHAEL ANTHONY WILSON, SCN Ronald\Janet Ketterer BRIAN WILSON Earline Hobbs, SCN LESLIE WILSON Mary Ann Miller Annette Skees, SCN NANCY WILSON Earline Hobbs, SCN MARY WIMSATT, SCNA Mary Jane Rhodes, SCN LOUISE\ANDY WNEK\ FAMILY Earline Hobbs, SCN PAT WORLEY, SCN Thelma Griffin Elaine McCarron, SCN Jeffrey\Cindy Gill LOUIS\CECILIA YEUNG\ FAMILY Earline Hobbs, SCN MARY MARK ZAVATSKY, SCN\ANNIVERSARY OF VOWS\BIRTHDAY Eileen Mary Meyer, SCN MARY ELAINE ZEHNDER, SCN Patrice M. Rymarowicz Richard\Jacinta Goetz

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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.

Educating Young Women for a Better World Over $334,000 has been raised toward our goal of $500,000 for the SCN Bicentennial Scholarship Campaign. Through this campaign, we are hoping to raise enough funds to award scholarships for 200 girls and young women.

SCN President Mary Elizabeth Miller reflects, “Providing a solid Catholic education to young women will instill knowledge, skills, and values for these women to create better lives for themselves, and in turn, gives us great hope for all they will

bring to our world.”

Every gift is greatly appreciated. All gifts of $1,000 or more will be named on a plaque at Nazareth at the end of the campaign.

Your gift will help us to reach our goal. To make a donation to this campaign or to learn how you can be a part of this effort, please contact: Leslie Wilson Director of Development Office of Congregational Advancement P.O. Box 9 Nazareth, KY 40048 (502) 348–1551 lwilson@scnky.org www.scnfamily.org