SCN ASSOCIATES
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth include an important group of individuals – SCN Associates. They are people of God of all faiths and backgrounds who commit to living out the SCN Mission and charism in their own lives, to deepen their spirituality, to build community with other Associates and Sisters, and to reach out in compassionate service to others in the tradition of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louise de Marillac and Mother Catherine Spalding.
Associates celebrate 50 years
Associate members of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth gathered together in person and via Zoom April 22-24 to celebrate 50 years of their relationship with and commitment to the Sisters' mission.
Dangriga Associates
The SCNAs in Dangriga have been on the move. Even with the difficulty of getting new members and aging, the Dangriga Associates are still carrying out their mission to serve God and God’s people.
SCNA Foundation Day!
We celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Associate relationship. Associates are women and men who choose to make a public commitment to share in the spirituality and mission of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.
In memory of Jerry McCrary, SCNA
Chattanooga SCNs and Associates participated in the ending of the year of St. Joseph at Holy Spirit Church with the blessing of the statue of St. Joseph honoring Jerry McCrary, SCNA and member of the parish.
SCNA Advent Prayer
A group of Associates in the Western Province gathered via Zoom on Sunday, December 5, 2021, to spend time together in prayer. Together they reflected on the Advent theme of “waiting”.
Reflections on Mission Experience
"I share these thoughts to encourage all Associates to experience a trip through the SCN Volunteer Program ... Let’s share our experiences and thus spread the charism of charity."
COVID-19 Hero Award
Felix Garza, SCNA, was one of 10 recipients to receive UofL’s COVID-19 Hero Award. An award created to recognize those who performed exemplary service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Banakal Associates
In India, SCNs Blanche Correia and Bridget Vadakeattam spent Aug. 27 and 28, 2021 at Deepalaya, Banakal, initiating and introducing the SCNA candidates to the process of becoming an Associate
SCNA honored with HumanKindness Award
A Chattanooga SCNA was recently honored with the HumanKindness Award from CHI Memorial Hospital for her exemplary attributes.
SCN Associates in Trichy
Like Catherine Spalding, we carry out our mission in joy and hope, relying on the prayerful support of others, knowing that to evangelize we must be evangelized, “The Love of Christ impels us.”
SCN Associate Vision Statement
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates nurture and expand diverse, intercultural, and multigenerational relationships across the SCN global family, the larger Charity Federation and other partners to work for justice throughout the world.
forfWhy be an Associate?
♦ To deepen one’s spirituality.
♦ To build community with other Associates and SCNs.
♦ To reach out in compassionate service to others in the tradition of Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac and Catherine Spalding.
♦ Responding to a vocational call.
International Associates
Currently we have approximately 207 SCN Associates which includes Associates from Belize, India and Botswana.
SCN Associate Gatherings
Associates and Sisters gather twice a year for quality time to get acquainted in a congenial atmosphere where there is a balance of prayer, education, reflection and fun.
The Formation Process
The SCN Associate initial formation process offers a personalized and flexible approach for someone aspiring to become an SCNA. Major aspects include the use of a Mentor and the SCNA Initial Formation Study Guide. Depending on the individual’s ability to devote time to formation, the time frame necessary to complete the study of the topics of formation will vary.
After an interview, the interested person may apply to begin the Associate formation process.
After acceptance as an SCN Associate Candidate, the person:
- Completes the formation accountability check list.
- Meets during this period with the Director.
- Makes an initial two-year renewable commitment.
- Joins a faith group.
Getting Started
SCN Associate brochures are available from the Associate Office upon request. If a person is interested in becoming an Associate, the Director arranges an interview, provides background reading on the history and charism of the SCN Congregation, and invites the person to the next Associate gathering.