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Exploring a vocation with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur begins with a desire to learn—about religious life, about who we are as a community and about God’s purpose for your life.

Become a sister hero 2 Sister Nancy O'Shea at the Nuns on the Bus Event

Journey with St. Julie

0 Journey with St. Julie Social generic (FB event cover) 2Each month on the 12th, we meet virtually to share about the early days of the congregation, St. Julie Billiart and Françoise Blin de Bourdon, foundresses of the Sisters of Notre and our charism, Making Known God’s Goodness.

Meet one of our Sisters and learn about her call to religious life and how she lives the Notre Dame mission.

To find out more about how to become a Sister of Notre Dame or simply to learn more about our charism, come explore religious life with us!

To see upcoming dates for Journey with St. Julie and to register, click here.

Begin the Journey of a Lifetime

We look forward to connecting with you.

This page is a starting point, a guide to the resources and information that can help you discover your vocation.

Harper Sabrina

Sabrina Harper, Vocations Promoter

As you explore, we invite you to bring your questions and reflections to prayer, trusting the Holy Spirit to guide you.

Remember, discernment is a journey that unfolds over time, and we are here to walk it with you.

 

If you’d like to talk or need guidance, please reach out to Vocations@ewsndden.org

 

 

 

Prayer for Vocations

LORD of the Harvest,

BLESS young people with the gift of courage to respond to your call. Open their hearts to great ideals, to great things.

INSPIRE all of your disciples to mutual love and giving— for vocations blossom in the good soil of faithful people.

INSTILL those in religious life, parish ministries and families with the confidence and grace to invite others to embrace the bold and noble path of a life consecrated to you.

UNITE us to Jesus through prayer and sacrament, so that we may cooperate with you in building your reign of mercy and truth, of justice and peace.

Amen. 

– Pope Francis

Contact Vocations

Who are the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur?

We are members of a religious order founded in 1804 by three women, St. Julie Billiart, Françoise Blin de Bourdon and Catherine Duchâtel. Our mission statement reads, “Sisters of Notre Dame, women with hearts as wide as the world, make known God’s goodness and love of the poor through a Gospel way of life, community and prayer. Continuing a strong educational tradition, we take our stand with poor people, especially women and children, in the most abandoned places. Each of us commits her one and only life to work with others to

“Create Justice and Peace for All.”

Each of us commits her one and only life to work with others to create justice and peace for all.

  • Our prayer may include formal prayers such as the liturgy of the hours and the liturgy of the Eucharist, scripture reflection, meditation and spiritual reading. Shared prayer and faith are balanced with private and public prayer.
  • Sisters commit to this way of life by observing the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience.
  • We are ordinary women, but together, we do extraordinary things.

St. Julie, the woman who launched this congregation in 1804, said it this way: “Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur are women who have hearts as wide as the world.”
Our hearts stretch to embrace the people of Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Congo, Brazil, Peru, Nicaragua, Japan, Belgium, Italy, Great Britain and the United States.

Much like academic titles (PhD, MA, etc.) the SNDdeN after a Sister’s name indicates that they are a vowed Sister of Notre Dame de Namur.

Our daily schedule depends on our local community and its individual members. Some Sisters are involved in full-time ministry, while other Sisters who are no longer in active ministry or engaged in study have a more flexible schedule. Regardless of where our Sisters live and minister, our day concludes with evening prayer and time in community.

Following Vatican II, religious Sisters were encouraged to be more present to the world and to wear clothes suitable for the ministry and time in which they served. With this invitation, Sisters prayed, reflected and discussed how to live and do this ministry. This time of reflection solidified their zeal to make known God’s goodness and love of the poor through a Gospel way of life, community and prayer. This new focus led Sisters to let go of their traditional habit and follow in Jesus’s footsteps, who did not require his disciples to wear a uniform. The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur wear a special cross as a sign of their consecrated life.

Typically, religious congregations differ in their emphasis on prayer and community life. The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur live an active and open apostolic life in the tradition of St. Julie, whose unique experience of prayer and action enabled her to find God’s presence everywhere, especially among those living in poverty. In contemplative congregations, members live together in a single building and their primary ministry is prayer. Most members of monastic congregations also live and work together in one building, though they serve in various ministries. They gather frequently for prayer, usually several times a day.

Our strength as Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur is found in our deep union with God and our common aim to express that God is good. We are encouraged to use our diverse and unique talents as we go throughout the world, proclaiming God’s loving care for all people. We are committed to standing with people experiencing poverty, especially women and children, celebrating the gifts of many cultures, educating for justice, and building community with all those with whom we live and work. We minister as teachers, counselors, social workers, religious education directors, health care workers, lawyers, pastoral counselors, spiritual directors, community organizers, and in many other capacities, as directed by the Spirit, community needs, and our own talents.

Sisters have about the same amount of leisure time as most other adults. Some enjoy sports and athletic activities, while others enjoy the arts, some enjoy gardening, and others enjoy pets. We also spend our free time playing games, watching television and movies, reading, working out, and visiting friends or family. This variety of activities is encouraged; we always remain true to our vows and commitment to Gospel values.

If you feel God is calling you, do not be afraid – be attentive and pray for God’s guidance. God will open the way if this is his will. Each life’s journey is unique. Here are some basic prerequisites for discerning with us:

  • Have a love of God, a deep prayer life and the desire to learn and serve
  • Be an active Catholic or in formation to become a Catholic
  • Be in good health in body, mind and spirit
  • Be between the ages of 20-50
  • Be a legal U.S. citizen or have legal status to live and/or work in the U.S.
  • Have a minimum of two years of college/university or equivalent work experience beyond high school and the ability to study
  • Have no canonical or legal impediments to entrance

1804 Saint Julie Stained Glass

I realize more than ever the need there is for strong, generous, courageous souls who fear nothing, except displeasing the good God.
– St. Julie Billiart, L 47

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Sister Bárbara Gutiérrez, SNDdeN - Vocations Video

Are You Called to Religious Life? Sister Bárbara Gutiérrez, SNDdeN discusses her call to religious life and what drew her to a vocation as a vowed Sister of Notre Dame de Namur.

video thumbnail - World Day of Prayer for Vocations Sister Liane Delsuc, SNDdeN

World Day of Prayer for Vocations - Sister Liane Delsuc, SNDdeN

On the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Sister Liane Delsuc, SNDdeN discusses how the story of St. Julie Billiart inspired her to pursue her vocation as a vowed Sister of Notre Dame de Namur.

Curious about religious life with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur? Contact Vocations Promoter, Sabrina Harper.

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Drawing on a variety of sources, we will explore the integration of science and spirituality to become more Christ-conscious in ouromega image everyday lives. Your facilitators, Sisters Mary Boretti and Ellen Keane, SNDdeN will lead the discussion.

Next event: March 18

Upcoming dates: April 15, May 20 and June 17

Zoom link: Please register by calling  978-380-1574 or emailing spirituality.center@sndden.org

Cost: There is no charge to participate in Omega Gatherings; however, free-will offerings are always appreciated. You can donate online or by sending a check to Notre Dame Spirituality Center, 30 Jeffreys Neck Road, Ipswich, MA 01938.

Related Events: In-person events are also offered at the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. More details here.



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When: January - December 2026sunflowers Praywith Sisters
Second and Fourth Wednesdays of Each Month
7 p.m. PT | 10 p.m. ET

Attendees: This opportunity is for women only.

Hosts: Sister Annette Burkart, SNDdeN and Sister Karen Pozniak, SNDdeN

Registration: Contact Sister Annette at 408-390-7184
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centering prayerCome experience Centering Prayer, a form of silent contemplative prayer.   






Where: Notre Dame Spirituality Center, Ipswich, Massachusetts







When: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday mornings, March 28, April 18, May 16, June 13







Cost: There is no charge for Centering Prayer; however, donations are always welcome. A basket for cash offerings will be at each session.  







Registration: If you are new to Centering Prayer, please register by calling Sister Mary Boretti, SNDdeN at 978-380-1574 10 days in advance.

Website: click here



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Seven Last Words2As you enter Holy Week, step back from the "noise" and prepare to embrace more deeply the Sacred Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Vigil) by participating in this retreat. 

The format will consist of presentation, sharing and reflection. 

Where: Notre Dame Spirituality Center, Ipswich, Massachusetts. All rooms are singles with an ensuite bathroom. Two rooms are handicapped accessible.






When: Monday, March 30-Wednesday, April 1, 2026


Presenter: Father Jim Savage, priest and pastor for many years in the Archdiocese of Boston.


Cost: $250, including $100 deposit.


Registration and details:  Seven Last Words of Jesus Registration deadline is March 16, 2026.


Questions? Call Sister Mary Boretti, Director at 978-380-1574 or email 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 Sessions: 


    
 	
  • April 1: "Joy"
    • 
 	
  • May 6: "Desire"
    • 



Each session is 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT


Hosted by:


Sister Annette Burkart, SNDdeN
email: Marieannette.burkart@sndden.org
phone: 408-390-7184


and


Sister Josita Colbert, SNDdeN
email: Josita.colbert@sndden.org


To register, contact Sister Annette.  

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When: January - December 2026sunflowers Praywith Sisters
Second and Fourth Wednesdays of Each Month
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Attendees: This opportunity is for women only.

Hosts: Sister Annette Burkart, SNDdeN and Sister Karen Pozniak, SNDdeN

Registration: Contact Sister Annette at 408-390-7184
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                    [post_content] => Approved - April JourneyJourney with St. Julie is an opportunity to explore religious life and the charism of our founder.

The next virtual meeting is on Sunday, April 12. Register here to receive the Zoom link.

Please contact Vocations Promoter Sabrina Harper at vocations@ewsndden.org with any questions.
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Drawing on a variety of sources, we will explore the integration of science and spirituality to become more Christ-conscious in ouromega image everyday lives. Your facilitators, Sisters Mary Boretti and Ellen Keane, SNDdeN will lead the discussion.

Next event: April 15

Upcoming dates: May 20 and June 17

Zoom link: Please register by calling  978-380-1574 or emailing spirituality.center@sndden.org

Cost: There is no charge to participate in Omega Gatherings; however, free-will offerings are always appreciated. You can donate online or by sending a check to Notre Dame Spirituality Center, 30 Jeffreys Neck Road, Ipswich, MA 01938.

Related Events: In-person events are also offered at the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. More details here.



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                    [post_content] => Without a vision, the people perish.  —Proverbs 29:18Tending Soul

In Biblical scripture, for people to receive dreams and visions is so common that their absence is sorely noted. Life in modernity tells a different story; dreams are often ignored or devalued, while visions are viewed with skepticism and sometimes psychologically pathologized. But what about the scripture of our lives? Divinity is stirring in our depths; do we believe it? Do we perceive the call and consolation of Mystery, or are we missing the signs all around and within us in the rush of our work-a-day lives?



Join this weekend retreat to make space for the sacred material of your life to come forth. We will tend to the dreams of participants who volunteer. Our time will also include prayer, music, poetry, relaxation, gentle movement, creative expression through art and writing, reflection and journaling on four central questions of the spiritual journey, and small- and large-group sharing. People from all walks of life and orientations are welcome. 







 

When: April 17-19, 2026
Cost: $295
Where: Notre Dame Spirituality Center, Ipswich, Massachusetts
Director: Liz Walz, MA







Registration and more information: Click here.
Questions? Call Sister Mary Boretti, SNDdeN at 978-380-1574 or email her at ndscips@sndden.org

 



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                    [post_content] => Pray with Sisters is an opportunity for women to join together to pray for the people and circumstances that God lays on your heart. 

When: January - December 2026sunflowers Praywith Sisters
Second and Fourth Wednesdays of Each Month
7 p.m. PT | 10 p.m. ET

Attendees: This opportunity is for women only.

Hosts: Sister Annette Burkart, SNDdeN and Sister Karen Pozniak, SNDdeN

Registration: Contact Sister Annette at 408-390-7184
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Participants are invited to rest, listen deeply and notice where God is gently atspring renewal work. Individual spiritual direction is included; no prior experience is necessary. 

When: April 24-26, with arrival between 3 - 4:30 PM on Friday; departure at 1 PM on Sunday after lunch.

Cost: $295 with a $100 deposit to secure spot.

Presenters: Sister Peggy Cummins, SNDdeN, Mary McGilivray, Bryn Walsh

Register: Notre Dame Spirituality Center



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Come and gift God and yourself with a day to explore the life and spirituality ofSpring Hildegard of Bingen, a 12th-century mystic, reformer, prophetess, musician and visionary. She was a woman who listened deeply to the heart of God. Her reverence and passion for God's dream for the universe can be a source of hope for us today as we continue to be the flame that ignites God's desires in our world. 

When: Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 






Cost: $35 - includes lunch







Presenter: Sister Maureen Casey, SNDdeN





Register here





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                    [post_content] => Approved - May JourneyJourney with St. Julie is an opportunity to explore religious life and the charism of our founder.

The next virtual meeting is on Tuesday, May 12. Register here to receive the Zoom link.

Please contact Vocations Promoter Sabrina Harper at vocations@ewsndden.org with any questions.
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                    [post_content] => Pray with Sisters is an opportunity for women to join together to pray for the people and circumstances that God lays on your heart. 

When: January - December 2026sunflowers Praywith Sisters
Second and Fourth Wednesdays of Each Month
7 p.m. PT | 10 p.m. ET

Attendees: This opportunity is for women only.

Hosts: Sister Annette Burkart, SNDdeN and Sister Karen Pozniak, SNDdeN

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Drawing on a variety of sources, we will explore the integration of science and spirituality to become more Christ-conscious in ouromega image everyday lives. Your facilitators, Sisters Mary Boretti and Ellen Keane, SNDdeN will lead the discussion.

Next event: May 20

Upcoming date: June 17

Zoom link: Please register by calling  978-380-1574 or emailing spirituality.center@sndden.org

Cost: There is no charge to participate in Omega Gatherings; however, free-will offerings are always appreciated. You can donate online or by sending a check to Notre Dame Spirituality Center, 30 Jeffreys Neck Road, Ipswich, MA 01938.

Related Events: In-person events are also offered at the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. More details here.



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When: January - December 2026sunflowers Praywith Sisters
Second and Fourth Wednesdays of Each Month
7 p.m. PT | 10 p.m. ET

Attendees: This opportunity is for women only.

Hosts: Sister Annette Burkart, SNDdeN and Sister Karen Pozniak, SNDdeN

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Drawing on a variety of sources, we will explore the integration of science and spirituality to become more Christ-conscious in ouromega image everyday lives. Your facilitators, Sisters Mary Boretti and Ellen Keane, SNDdeN will lead the discussion.

Next event: June 17

Zoom link: Please register by calling  978-380-1574 or emailing spirituality.center@sndden.org

Cost: There is no charge to participate in Omega Gatherings; however, free-will offerings are always appreciated. You can donate online or by sending a check to Notre Dame Spirituality Center, 30 Jeffreys Neck Road, Ipswich, MA 01938.

Related Events: In-person events are also offered at the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. More details here.



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Laudato Seeds logo 3

As Pope Francis emphasizes in Laudato Si, our current ecological crisis is brought about by human action — by our own overconsumption and lack of consideration for the natural world. In the United States and other nations across the world, we need to fundamentally change how we live. This immersion experience will call participants to rediscover their place within the Community of Creation, divorcing themselves from an anthropocentric worldview and instead making a commitment to honor their own interconnectedness and interdependence with nature.  

As Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, we live in hope for a brighter future — and that includes our advocacy for the community of creation. Through this program, we will foster opportunities for social action for a select group of fellows. All participants will commit to lifestyle change and spiritual renewal, discerning how to shift from an attitude of stewardship toward the earth to one of kinship with the planet. 

Each morning, participants will work at Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center. Tasks may include organic farming, animal care, land restoration, and other activities, all focused on our interconnection with the natural world. Afternoons will include educational and spiritual direction opportunities. This program is rooted in a spirit of lifelong learning for all participants. As a group of laywomen and vowed religious, we will commit to learning together and sharing in the joy of creation. Please see below for a sample daily schedule.  

This program is rooted in community and simple living. Participants will live communally in dorm-style postulant housing at the Spirituality Center and will have daily opportunities to connect with our Sisters and the charism. They will also have a chance to learn about our mission, history, and current commitments and actions for social and ecological justice, while helping us discern how to continue our work in building community with creation.  

Duration: 2 weeks (14 days)
Location: Notre Dame Spirituality Center – Ipswich, Massachusetts
Dates: June 21 – July 5, 2026
Capacity: Max 7 women
Deadline to apply: Priority deadline is February 28, 2026. The final deadline for consideration is April 30, 2026.
Cost: Free. However, please note that all participants will be expected to provide their own transportation to the Boston area. We can assist by arranging transportation from Logan Airport to Ipswich.

Core Objectives


    
 	
  • To deepen understanding of Laudato Si’ through meaningful engagement with the natural world 
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  • To foster ecological conversion through immersive experiences, rooted in hope.  
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  • To build intentional community through shared prayer, service, and reflection – all rooted in a deeper eco-spirituality that calls for a renewed relationship with Creation 
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  • To provide opportunities for discernment, both in personal vocation and our commitment to the natural world. All participants will leave this experience with a fundamental conversion and reorientation to the Community of Creation 
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  • To equip participants with practical tools for environmental advocacy and sustainability, weaving our lives into the community of creation.  
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Housing and Facilities 

Participants will be provided with dormitory-style housing in the Postulant Wing of the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. One of the expectations of this program is a commitment to “simple living.” We expect that participants will collaboratively cook some of their own meals, sharing time and communal resources. Participants will have access to a small kitchen area near the postulant rooms. Additionally, they will have access to communal bathrooms and gathering spaces in this area of the Spirituality Center.  

Participants will also have access to the outdoor spaces and the chapel at the Spirituality Center, offering many opportunities for individual and communal prayer and reflection.  

Because of the nature of the space and shared bathrooms, this program will be open to women who are interested in deepening their spirituality through a nature-based program, and who are comfortable with both a very physical daily program and community living.  

Please note that all participants will be expected to provide their own transportation to the Boston area. We can assist by arranging transportation from Logan Airport to Ipswich.  

Daily Schedule Overview 

This program is rooted in community. Participants will live communally in dorm-style postulant housing at the Spirituality Center. They will also have an opportunity to engage with Sisters in the Ipswich community, learning about their mission, history, and current commitments and actions for social and ecological justice.

The following is a tentative outline for the weekdays: 

8:00 a.m. Breakfast/Morning Prayer 

9:00 a.m. Work at Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center (organic farming, caring for animals, land restoration, etc.  

1:00 p.m. Lunch 

2:00 p.m. Educational Opportunity (might include classes or presentations on marshland/forest ecosystems, Laudato Si, environmental sustainability, permaculture, etc., from both Sisters and outside organizations) 

4:00 p.m. Free time, work time, opportunities for spiritual direction 

6:00 p.m. Communal dinner  

7:00 p.m. Optional formation and prayer activities (might include discussions on discernment, prayer opportunities, gatherings with Sisters, community nights or any other ideas that arise from the group) 

Weekends will include more community gathering opportunities, such as trips to local historic sites connected to care for creation, presentations from local conservation groups, and social outings. Each day will provide additional opportunities to interact with the Sisters in Ipswich. Sisters will be invited to attend community events and/or provide spiritual direction so that all participants can see our charism in action.  

Laudato Seeds of Change 2026 Application Laudato seeds horizontal

Application Timeline:   

    
 	
  • April 30, 2026 is Final Application Deadline. 
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  • After you complete this form, we'll contact you to send you the next steps, which will include:

      
 	
    • March-April 2026: Interview and discernment process. 
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    • By mid-May: Accepted and participating applications will sign a letter of intent.
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  • June 21, 2026: Arrival at the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts 
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If you have any questions throughout the application process, please reach out to Sabrina Harper at sharper@ewsndden.org or 650-286-4177.  

 

 

Also, for your consideration:

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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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Retreat check-in is between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. on the first day, with a light supper at 5 p.m., followed by an initial gathering. The retreat concludes with lunch on the final day.

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


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Drawing on a variety of sources, we will explore the integration of science and spirituality to become more Christ-conscious in ouromega image everyday lives. Your facilitators, Sisters Mary Boretti and Ellen Keane, SNDdeN will lead the discussion.

Next event: March 18

Upcoming dates: April 15, May 20 and June 17

Zoom link: Please register by calling  978-380-1574 or emailing spirituality.center@sndden.org

Cost: There is no charge to participate in Omega Gatherings; however, free-will offerings are always appreciated. You can donate online or by sending a check to Notre Dame Spirituality Center, 30 Jeffreys Neck Road, Ipswich, MA 01938.

Related Events: In-person events are also offered at the Notre Dame Spirituality Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. More details here.



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