Serving Those in Need - U.S. East-West Province

We stand with those made poor in a world of growing division. We witness the diminishing value of human life, the destruction of our earth, and rising intolerance toward those who are different, poor, or abandoned.

Called to be women of justice and peace, we commit to transforming unjust systems and fostering relationships that reflect God’s goodness for all creation.

This moment in history demands contemplative listening, ongoing dialogue and critical social analysis that moves us to action.

We are called to proclaim God’s goodness through word and action.

Starting two centuries ago with co-foundresses Julie Billiart and Françoise Blin de Bourdon, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur have a long history of serving people living in poverty.

Today, Sisters continue that tradition in a variety of ways and in many venues. The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur U.S. East-West Province sponsor 17 ministries including 14 schools and three healthcare facilities. They also co-sponsor Notre Dame Mission Volunteers and the Sisters Academy in Baltimore.

Here are some of their stories.

Advocating for People of Color

A Prayer for Minnesota and “The Other”

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A Landmark Victory for Human Trafficking Survivors

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A Return to Congo: Honoring a Mentor and a Friend

Supporting Our Community

Supporting Our Ministry

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Mission Fund Grants

Education

Education is—and has always been—the focus of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur mission. St. Julie established schools to help prepare children from impoverished backgrounds for their roles in life. She saw education for everyone as a basic human right, and teaching as the “greatest work on earth.”

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Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC)

We stand in solidarity with those made poor in an increasingly divided world. We witness the devaluation of human life, the destruction of our planet, and the growing intolerance toward those who are marginalized, impoverished, or abandoned.

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Global Presence

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur hold Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) status at the United Nations, allowing them to contribute to global discussions, share expertise and influence policymaking.

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Our Statements

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur foster connection and unity through verbal and non-verbal communication, building and strengthening relationships across cultures and continents. Collaborating with our Associates, Notre Dame Mission Volunteers, Co-workers and Partners in Mission, we are committed to standing with those made poor by the unjust structures of society.

Statement on Choosing Nonviolence

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur U.S. East-West Province affirm the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) call to choose nonviolence as a faithful expression of the Gospel. Rooted in our mission to make known God's goodness and to advocate...

Statement Supporting Cardinals’ Stance on Foreign Policy

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, U.S. East-West Province, stand in agreement with the recent joint statement by the archbishops Cardinal Blase J. Cupich (Chicago), Cardinal Robert McElroy (Washington) and Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R. (Newark) in calling...

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