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Christmas Eve Mass Live from Nazareth – A Spiritual Celebration

Join us for a special Christmas Eve Mass live from Nazareth at 6:00 PM, a time of holy listening and heartfelt celebration, streaming from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.

Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign Brings Water to Kenya, Doubles Goal

The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth saw another successful Giving Tuesday campaign this year, raising money for the people of Marereni Villages in Kenya. 

Giving Tuesday

On Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, embrace the spirit of generosity on Giving Tuesday! Every act of kindness contributes to a world founded on shared humanity and radical generosity. This year, we focus on the Sisters ministering in the Marereni Villages of Kenya. By donating this Giving Tuesday, you can help install rainwater tanks at St. Francis Assisi School and in homes with tin roofs. Together, we can turn their dreams of a self-sufficient, sustainable life into reality. Let’s make a difference this Giving Tuesday!

Community Effort to Realize a Christmas Dream

In Raywick, Kentucky, a community effort led by Sister Luke brings hope to a first-time homeowner.

Camp Maria Celebration: A Journey of Faith and Connection

On a sunny day in Leonardtown, Maryland, “Join the Journey – Camp Maria” brought together 100 supporters celebrating Camp Maria Retreat Center and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.

Building a Home for Maria

In Las Flores, Belize, a dedicated team of volunteers from diverse backgrounds joined hands to build not just a home for Maria, but also a bridge of hope and compassion. Under the sun, they put up walls, a roof, and much more, all while immersing themselves in the local culture.

A Stronger Tomorrow

Help the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth continue critical work to improve lives. Please consider support for Sister Visitor Center and Sister Paris’ important ministry.

Volunteer

Discover rewarding mission trip opportunities in locations like Belize and Appalachia. Join us in making a positive impact around the globe by volunteering your service. Click to learn more.

Updates from Sisters of Charity of Nazareth

World Disability Day 2023: Embracing Abilities and Inspiring Hope

World Disability Day 2023: Embracing Abilities and Inspiring Hope

Sanjeevani, the school for Special Children, marked World Disability Day 2023 with tremendous vigor and enthusiasm on Dec. 2, 2023, at Nazareth Primary School Hall in Vasai. The event was a poignant celebration, witnessing the joyous participation of 98 parents alongside their children.

World AIDS Day Observance

World AIDS Day Observance

In solidarity with individuals living with HIV, students in Bangalore observed World AIDS Day with a commitment to raising awareness and expressing support for those affected by this deadly virus.

Time to be Together and Reflect

Time to be Together and Reflect

Twenty-Five Sisters from Shalom Patna, Arunodaya and Provincial House came together at the SCN Provincial House in Patna on Dec. 3, 2023, for a sacred gathering of prayer and reflection.

Celebration of Early Childhood and Parental Roles

Celebration of Early Childhood and Parental Roles

Sisters at St. Mary’s and St. Bakitah Pre-Schools celebrated the Graduation Day, highlighting the role of parents in early childhood, marked by performances, speeches, and a joyful procession of little graduates.

SCN Foundation Day – Dec. 1, 2023

SCN Foundation Day – Dec. 1, 2023

On Dec. 1, 2023, let us honor the legacy of Mother Catherine Spalding and the early followers who, more than two centuries ago, set forth on a journey of love and service. As we celebrate the SCN Foundation Day — marking the Congregation’s 211th year — may we be inspired to respond to the challenges and opportunities in our communities and missions with the same trust and courage that has defined the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth for over 200 years.

PHOTOS: Sister Jacky Welcomed in Mokama

PHOTOS: Sister Jacky Welcomed in Mokama

Sister Jacky Jesu, President of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, recently arrived at Nazareth Convent, Mokama. A grand welcome was prepared for her by the Sisters, Novices and Candidates

Eleanor Willett, SCN

Eleanor Willett, SCN

Eleanor Willett, SCN, 90 (formerly Sister Etheldreda) was born August 28, 1933, in Fancy Farm, Kentucky, to James Judson Willett and Mary Benita Merritt Willett. She died on November 29, 2023, in Nazareth, Kentucky. She was a professed Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 69 years.

My Journey into the Divine

My Journey into the Divine

I carry forward the lessons learned and the wisdom gained, cherishing the essence of a journey that transcends time. Life persists, and my unwavering commitment to explore the sacred continues to be the compass guiding my steps.

Mission Statement

We Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are an international Congregation impelled by the love of Christ in the tradition of Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac and the pioneer spirit of Catherine Spalding.

Embracing intercultural relationships, we and our Associates commit ourselves to care for all creation and to work for peace and justice in solidarity with oppressed and marginalized peoples.

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Global Ministries

United States

Since 1812

India

Since 1947

Belize

Since 1975

Nepal

Since 1979

Botswana

Since 2000

Kenya

Since 2021

Am I called to be a Sister of Charity of Nazareth?

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The Journey Magazine

Read the Congregational magazine highlighting Sisters and ministry stories from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth around the globe. Subscribe by mail here.

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Volunteer

Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we invite lay women and men to a cross-cultural partnership with people, especially the oppressed, economically poor and marginalized, primarily in the areas in which Sisters, Associates and/or members of the Sisters of Charity Federation are called to mission.

Volunteer Mission Trips

Prayer Requests

Prayer is an important component in the life of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.
We welcome the opportunity to support you in prayer.

Ecological Sustainability

Recognizing the interrelatedness of all creation, the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth’s mission includes the commitment to care for Earth. Sisters are committed across the Congregation to address the destruction of natural resources and the ecological and environmental crisis.

Social Justice

The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are committed to social ministry that includes charity and systemic change. The Office of Social and Environmental Justice emphasizes systemic change that is rooted in the Gospel and directed by the Congregation.

Legacy Society

The SCN Legacy Society recognizes with gratitude those who have remembered the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in their estate plans.

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