The spirituality of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur is characterized by the call to discover and to become the very goodness of God in our world.
We commit ourselves to deepen our relationships with God, one another, those living in poverty, and with the whole of creation. We embrace our mission seeking life in abundance for all.
The following are reflections, prayers and poems written by Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.
Glimpses of God's Goodness are published for all Sundays and Feast Days at www.sndden.org, the international website of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. December 10, 2023 Matthew 1: 1-8 “…the Lord will come to save the nations, and the Lord will make the glory of his voice heard in the joy of your heart.”Today’s entrance
Glimpses of God's Goodness are published for all Sundays and Feast Days at www.sndden.org, the international website of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. December 3, 2023 Mark 13: 33-37 “Be watchful! Be alert! You do not know when the time will come.” Mark 13:13 What is this time which Mark is reminding us about? I’ve
We pause to remember all our loved ones who now live in the eternal embrace of God. In celebration of All Souls Day on Thursday, November 2, 2023, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur will continue the tradition of prayerful remembrance of the life and repose of all souls. Click on "Share your prayer
By Gillian Wallace, SNDdeN, Ph.D. This article initially appeared in the Summer 2023 issue of our magazine, 'Sowing Goodness.' The full issue is available here. When I started teaching at Notre Dame High School (NDSJ) in San Jose, California, little did I know that I would be getting a fluorescent vest… free! This perk is because
By Ginny Scally, SNDdeN This article initially appeared in the Summer 2023 issue of our magazine, 'Sowing Goodness.' The full issue is available here. As I reflect on my faith development, I am reminded of the women who have influenced it the most. My mother was the first Woman of Influence in my faith life. She
Prayer Keeps Relationship with God Alive By Sister Nancy Uhl, SNDdeN This essay initially appeared in the inaugural issue of our magazine, 'Sowing Goodness.' The full issue is available here. Joan Chittister, OSB, said in The Breath of the Soul, “Prayer is the breath of the soul, the life-energy of the spirit. It is the story
Sister Bárbara Gutiérrez, SNDdeN was invited to St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Everett, Mass. to create and lead a retreat for girls wishing to participate in a quinceañera mass, and for their parents. Due to the success of the retreat, the parish has decided to offer it twice a year as part of a
Sunday, April 17, 2022 by Anne-Louise Nadeau, SNDdeN The End…or the Beginning? It was early Sunday morning after two days of trauma, suffering, questioning, and crying, when I decided to take a chance and go visit my friend’s tomb while it was still dark hoping we would not be noticed. Although I am the only
Saturday, April 16, 2022 by Sandra Araujo Santos, SNDdeN Waiting in Hope with Mary In today’s Gospel the women return bringing perfume for Jesus’ body. Today’s feast has a restoring power that even where a situation of pain is anticipated and celebrated joyfully as a feast day of life. Reflecting on this Gospel text in
Friday, April 15, 2022 by Sister Marilyn Pechillo, SNDdeN Many people question the name Good Friday. What is so good about it? It commemorates the worst of humanity, the merciless unleashing of violence against the good Jesus of Nazareth. We see the worst of humanity lashing out against the good Teacher, the healer and miracle
