Belize Articles

In a Remote Belizean Village, the Spirit of St. Vincent de Paul Thrives

The village of San Vincente, located on the edge of the Guatemalan border, might appear to be an unexpected locale to find the enduring spirit of St. Vincent de Paul. Yet, it’s here that a small but vibrant Catholic Church, named in honor of the saint, stands as a symbol of his legacy.

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
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

Sept. 10 commemorates a victory for Belize in a key battle against the Spanish in 1798.

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...

Hurricane Lisa

Hurricane Lisa

Sister Carlette Gentle writes:  Hurricane Lisa hit Belize City on Wednesday evening, Nov. 2, 2022, at about 5:20 p.m.,...

SCNAs Meet in Belize

SCNAs Meet in Belize

SCNAs in Belize City finally met for the first in-person evening prayer at the SCN House, after two years of no...

SCNAs Gather in Dangriga

SCNAs Gather in Dangriga

The weekend of Friday, Sept. 23 through Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates in...

Federation at Work

Federation at Work

This coming October will be 4 years since Sister Kerry Rowland, SCH, answered the call of the Federation to minister...

School supplies for Belize City

School supplies for Belize City

Because of the Covid pandemic, many families without jobs struggle to keep up with the basic necessities for survival....

Labor Day in Belize and India

Labor Day in Belize and India

May 1 is Labor Day, also known as International Workers' Day or May Day, in India and Belize. Observed in several...

Volunteers arrive in Belize

Volunteers arrive in Belize

On April 24, Sister Luke Boiarski and nine volunteers composed of the Kaucic family and their friends ventured off to...

Clean water

Clean water

A Water Step Chlorine Kit was donated to the sisters by Frank Diebold, uncle of Lauren Sprigg who volunteered in...

Belize volunteers pack meals

Belize volunteers pack meals

The volunteer group that travelled to Belize to build a house with Hand in Hand Ministries joined the Sisters at SCN...

Serving those in need

Serving those in need

Above, the newly built house for Shakira, Trevon, Chloe, and R.J Neal During this season of Lent, the Sisters of...

Dangriga Associates

Dangriga Associates

The SCNAs in Dangriga have been on the move. Even with the difficulty of getting new members and aging, the Dangriga...

Belize celebrates Baron Bliss Day

Belize celebrates Baron Bliss Day

Baron Bliss Day (March 9) is a national festival honoring a British resident who died while on vacation in Belize and...

House Blessing in Punta Gorda

House Blessing in Punta Gorda

Carlette Gentle SCN, Kerry Rowland SCH, Miriam Juarez, and Lauren Sprigg traveled to Punta Gorda, Toledo, to visit...

SCNAs in Dangriga

SCNAs in Dangriga

The SCN house met with the SCNAs in Dangriga for a meeting and check-in on Friday night. The group gathered prayed,...

Serving Belize

Serving Belize

The Sisters along with Miriam (focus discernment) and Lauren Sprigg (SCN volunteer) were at it again, serving those in...

Love for LIFE

Love for LIFE

LIFE spent Valentine's Day spreading the love! LIFE Staff and volunteer Lauren, packed and delivered fruits and...

A mission of love

A mission of love

Belize Mission Reflection by Ellen Sprigg It has been two years since the SCN Volunteer Program has been able to bring...

Belize City food drive

Belize City food drive

The Belize City house held another successful food delivery to the homeless downtown. This has become an annual event...

Independence Day in Belize

Independence Day in Belize

Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021, Belize celebrates its 40th anniversary of Independence. In a write-up on belizing.com, the...

Belize Foundation Day!

Belize Foundation Day!

Today, September 1, marks 46 years that the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth have been in ministry in Belize. When Mike...

SCNAs come together in Belize

SCNAs come together in Belize

After a year off, the SCNAs in Dangriga finally came out to be together. Sister Carlette travelled down to Dangriga...

Mother’s Day at LIFE

Mother’s Day at LIFE

LIFE's seniors receive sweet treats! "To the world, you are a mother, but to your family, you are the world!" Happy...

LIFE serves seniors in Belize

LIFE serves seniors in Belize

Usually, around the Easter season, LIFE Belize plans an outing for the seniors they serve. Because of COVID-19...