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LIFE (Living Independently in Full Existence) held its annual Mass celebration recently at St. Martin de Porres Church in recognition of the International Day of Older Persons.

SCN Associates Gather for Annual St. Vincent de Paul Retreat

“Vincent and His Gift of Collaboration” On Friday, September 25, SCN Associates from Dangriga joined the Belize City SCN Associates at the SCN Center in Belize City for their annual St. Vincent de Paul retreat. Seventeen Associates and 3 sisters gathered for a weekend...

Pres Students Prepare for Belize Volunteer Immersion

Seven Presentation Academy students were commissioned at Nazareth, Kentucky, before traveling to Las Flores, Belize, with the Nazareth Volunteer Ministry. Accompanied by Sister Amina Bejos and Johna Fortener, the students will help build a home in honor of Sister Edna Fabre who taught at Presentation Academy for nearly three decades.

Belize Community Unites for Start of School Year

The event was designed to help children and families prepare for the new school year.

Maybe Someday Is Now
Maybe Someday Is Now

Maybe you have felt that quiet pull to step beyond your routine and serve. Listen to it. Come to Belize. Work with others, share meals, and build a home for a family in need. You do not need special skills, only a willingness to come. Join the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Belize, Nov. 9 to 18, to build a home for a family in need. This opportunity offers hands-on work, shared immersion experiences, and meaningful connections.

Summer Bond Camp
Summer Bond Camp

Another successful year of Summer Bond Camp was held in Belize City at Swift Hall, St. Martin’s. The week-long camp served 100 children, ages 7–11, from the Southside community, with the support and dedication of 40 volunteers

LIFE Seniors Share Fellowship in Belize
LIFE Seniors Share Fellowship in Belize

LIFE’s senior support group in Belize gathered at Swift Hall on Thursday, July 23, for a morning of practical education, recreation and fellowship.

Belize Independence Day

Belize Independence Day

Happy Independence Day, Belize! On Sept. 21,  we celebrate the vibrant culture, rich history, and the beautiful spirit...

Associates Win Prize for Dance

Associates Win Prize for Dance

Mathew and Virgin Martinez, Associates of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, have been awarded the Rosita Baltazar...

Bible Camp

Bible Camp

Sister Valerie Miller joined a group of volunteers from eight U.S. states who traveled to Las Flores, Belize, to lead...

Summer Bond Camp

Summer Bond Camp

Sister Carlette Gentle and the staff of LIFE (Living Independently in Full Existence) participated in a one-week...

In Dangriga Associates Connect

In Dangriga Associates Connect

SCN Associates gathered in Dangriga, Belize. SCNs Amina Bejos and Adeline Fehribach presented the new mission...

The Blueprint for Blessings

The Blueprint for Blessings

Ava Culver is a senior at Bardstown High School interning at Nazareth’s Office of Mission Advancement, aiming to...

Serving Our ‘Gate Guests’

Serving Our ‘Gate Guests’

At the SCN Center Belize, a less highlighted yet significant ministry involves the feeding of "gate guests" –...

A Home in Honor of Sister Evie

A Home in Honor of Sister Evie

Sister Evelyn Hurley, celebrated her 109th birthday March 7. In anticipation and recognition of the event, a lay...

A Heartfelt Valentine

A Heartfelt Valentine

Sister Carlette Gentle champions hope, joy, and community among seniors through the program Living Independently in...

Empowering Women in Punta Gorda

Empowering Women in Punta Gorda

For more photos, click here. Sister Higinia Bol serves as a Pastoral Associate at St. Peter Claver Parish in Punta...

Catholic Teachers’ Unity

Catholic Teachers’ Unity

The National Catholic Teachers' Convention was held on Feb. 1-2 under the inspiring theme of "Catholic Schools:...

Belize City Associates Gather

Belize City Associates Gather

The Belize City SCNA group assembled recently, advancing their efforts in organizing activities and setting definitive...

Students Serving with LIFE

Students Serving with LIFE

LIFE Belize was once again blessed to have physical, occupational, and speech therapist students from Alvernia...

Impact Report 2023

Impact Report 2023

Dear Friends and Supporters, As we close another remarkable year, I am filled with gratitude and awe at what we have...

The Importance of Inclusion

The Importance of Inclusion

The Belize Assembly for Persons with Diverse Abilities (BAPDA) has honored Carlette Gentle, SCN, with their Point of...

Building a Home for Maria

Building a Home for Maria

In the heart of Las Flores, Belize, a group of volunteers recently came together for a life-changing mission. Their...

Celebrating Girls in Belize

Celebrating Girls in Belize

International Day of the Girl (Oct. 11) was celebrated by UNICEF Belize on Oct. 13, 2023, under the theme "Invest in...

Belize Independence Day

Belize Independence Day

Happy Independence Day Belize! 42 years ago, on Sept. 21, Belize was declared free from British rule and became an...