Belize Articles

Sisters Welcome Visitors in Belize

There have been a lot of comings and goings in this month of September at the Belize City house with special visits and celebrations.

Children Across the World sing ‘May the Christ Light’

Children from around the world come together to create a heartwarming video of them singing ‘May the Christ Light.’

Reflections on time in Belize from Sister Barbara

The month of September carries profound significance both for the people of Belize and for the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, especially as we celebrate our 48th year of presence in Belize, aligning with the country’s 42nd year of Independence.

Belize Independence Day

42 years ago, on Sept. 21, Belize was declared free from British rule and became an independent nation.

Reflections on time in Belize from Sister Barbara
Reflections on time in Belize from Sister Barbara

The month of September carries profound significance both for the people of Belize and for the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, especially as we celebrate our 48th year of presence in Belize, aligning with the country’s 42nd year of Independence.

Belize Independence Day
Belize Independence Day

42 years ago, on Sept. 21, Belize was declared free from British rule and became an independent nation.

Belize National Day

Belize National Day

Happy National Day Belize! Today is also called St. George’s Caye Day. Sept. 10 commemorates a victory in a key battle...

Companions of Charity

Companions of Charity

A new form of relationship within the SCN Community called Companions of Charity has begun. This is for those who wish...

Belize Foundation Day

Belize Foundation Day

Happy Foundation Day to Belize! The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth ministry in Belize began on September 1, 1975....

Build a Home in Belize

Build a Home in Belize

Join the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth on a life-changing mission trip to Las Flores, Belize, and help build a new...

Greetings and Gratitude

Greetings and Gratitude

Watch this heartfelt video thank you from Sister Carlette, founder of LIFE Belize, expressing deep gratitude for your...

Summer Bond Camp – Belize

Summer Bond Camp – Belize

LIFE Staff collaborated with a summer bond camp in Belize, which was held at St. Martin De Pores Swift Hall compound...

A Missionary’s Heart

A Missionary’s Heart

In the small village of Las Flores, Belize, poverty is prevalent and opportunities are scarce, and yet, it is a place...

Building a Home for Marion

Building a Home for Marion

LIFE staff, in collaboration with groups from St. Meinrad and St. Boniface, joined forces to construct a Hand-in-Hand...

LIFE Celebrates Mother’s Day

LIFE Celebrates Mother’s Day

LIFE'S mother's were filled with excitement as they gathered to celebrate Mother's Day recently, attending a day full...

Labor Day in Belize, India

Labor Day in Belize, India

India and Belize may be separated by thousands of miles, but they share a common goal of honoring the hard work and...

Annual Senior Outing in Belize

Annual Senior Outing in Belize

Earlier this month, LIFE's seniors gathered for their yearly trip. They hopped on a bus generously donated by the...

Maryland Volunteers Head to Belize

Maryland Volunteers Head to Belize

Nine volunteers from St. John’s Hollywood, Maryland, left for a mission trip to Belize on Sunday, March 26, 2023. This...

Associate Retreat – Dangriga

Associate Retreat – Dangriga

The Dangriga Associates took part in a Lenten retreat entitled, "The Way of Light," from Friday March 17 to Saturday...

VIDEO: Las Flores Mission Trip

VIDEO: Las Flores Mission Trip

In February, volunteers visited Las Flores, Belize and San Miguel Arcangel Missions to build a home for Peter and his...

Sisters Visit with SLU Students

Sisters Visit with SLU Students

The SCN Center was graced with the presence, laughter and life of eight Saint Louis University undergraduate students...

A Look Back at 2022

A Look Back at 2022

The last twelve months have been filled with much excitement as many operations and projects returned following a...

Help for Hurricane Victims

Help for Hurricane Victims

The recent Hurricane Lisa that hit Belize on Nov. 2, 2022, has left behind devastating damages, and several families...