Leading in Mission presents a collection of reflections on lived experiences of leadership within the Notre Dame de Namur tradition. Each contribution offers a unique perspective on embodying mission through service, collaboration, discernment and commitment in diverse contexts. Together, these essays remind us that mission-centered leadership is not defined by a single style or position, but by relationships, humility and a willingness to serve something greater than ourselves.

Our Leading in Mission Booklet is available:

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Contents

I. Leadership and Mission

• Leadership Lessons from the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur: Building Resilience through Autonomy and Self-Determination by Kelly Basile, Ph.D  
• For 221 Years Julie and Françoise Lived the Mission: Now is Our Turn to Live Their Courage by Sister Patricia Chappell, SNDdeN  
• Notre Dame de Namur Leadership and Catholic Education Today by Kathleen Colin  
• Leadership Starts with Others by Joan Perrault   

II. Leadership and Justice

• Justice Beyond the Scales by Rev. Federico Cinnoca, Ph.D.   
• The SNDdeN Commitment to Ecological Justice: A Brief History by Sister Mary Alice McCabe, SNDdeN
• Reading the Signs of the Times by Patricia McGuire

III. Leadership and Spirituality

• Friendship as Guiding Principle for Leadership  by Sister Barbara Barry, SNDdeN
• Keeping Dignity at the Forefront in the Age of AI  by Sara Maennle
• Leading in Times of Loss  by Cathy Mottau