Making Known God’s Goodness

“Let us do the work of the Lord with great faith, in a great spirit of charity.”

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St. Julie Billiart
Beloved foundress of the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
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A congregation of Catholic Sisters founded by St. Julie Billiart in France in 1804, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur make known God's goodness through educating for life and taking a stand with the most abandoned people and those living in poverty.

We seek to overcome the unjust societal structures that foster poverty and empower individuals to secure the essentials of life and human dignity such as food, clothing, shelter, healthcare and education. We believe that education, in all its forms, is the most powerful tool for driving change and uplifting the lives of individuals, families, communities and nations.

The Heart of Who We Are

Spirituality

Our spirituality is characterized by the call to discover and become the very goodness of God in our world.

Our Spirituality
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Impact

Through faith, prayer, education, social justice and environmental stewardship, we serve people in need in our communities and around the world.

Our Work
Hallmarks

Our hallmarks describe the essential characteristics, values and activities of Notre Dame schools and other ministries.

Our Hallmarks

The Symbolism of the Sunflower

Sunflowers have a deep meaning for us, reflecting our mission and devotion. As they trace the sun’s path across the sky, so do we follow the Son of God, whose presence illuminates and guides our journey.

“Look to God as a sunflower looks to the sun…for life.”
— St. Julie Billiart

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spirituality Series,woman walking in the woodsReflections for single women aged 20-45

First Wednesday of each month through December 2026

 

Next Virtual Session: May 6

Theme: "Desire"

Each session is 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT

Hosted by:

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To register, contact Sister Annette.  

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Approved - July JourneyJourney with St. Julie is an opportunity to explore religious life and the charism of our founder.

The next virtual meeting is on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Register here to receive the Zoom link.

Please contact Vocations Promoter Sabrina Harper at vocations@ewsndden.org with any questions.

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Come away and be refreshed and renewed, surrounded by the beauty of our earth, and the loving invitations and presence of our God. Sunflower for Blass

Each day, two presentations will be offered with time for personal reflections. Optional, one-to-one time for spiritual accompaniment with the presenter will be made available throughout the week.

Our presenter, Virginia (Ginny) A. Blass, D. Min., is an experienced and trained spiritual director, preacher of parish missions; retreat presenter (on site or via Zoom); teacher and author. She has been a long-time collaborator in ministry with the USA East Jesuit Province, the Passionists of St. Paul of the Cross Province, and with the Sisters of the Cross and Passion in Farmington, Connecticut.

 

When: July 16 through July 22, 2026

Presenter: Virginia (Ginny) A. Blass, D. Min. Cost:  $700 for 6-day retreat Questions? Call Sister Mary Boretti, Director at 978.380.1574 or email ndscips@sndden.org Register: Notre Dame Spirituality Center
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Cost: $420 for a 4-day retreat, $525 for a 5-day retreat, $630 for a 6-day retreat, and $735 for a 7-day retreat.
Directors: Sisters Ellen Keane, Mary Boretti, Paula Tinlin, SNDdeN, and Father John Carroll
Questions: Sister Mary Boretti, Director 978-380-1574 or ndscips@sndden.org,
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spirituality Series,woman walking in the woodsReflections for single women aged 20-45

First Wednesday of each month through December 2026

 

Next Virtual Session: May 6

Theme: "Desire"

Each session is 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT

Hosted by:

and

To register, contact Sister Annette.  

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