All recent posts from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth
Ranchi Welcomes Leadership
June 28 was a “Red Letter Day” for the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Ranchi. Patna Provincial Sister Latika Kottuppallil, accompanied Vice Provincial Sister Basanti Lakra to Nazareth Convent Ranchi.
Blessing of New Emergency Wing of KHFH
Kurji Holy Family Hospital, Patna, is blessed to have a new emergency wing. The Most Rev. Archbishop Sebastian Kallupura, Arch Bishop of Patna, blessed the 16-bed Casualty Ward in the presence of many religious priests, nuns and well-wishers.
Outreach program in Botswana extends life-saving care
Mr. O was frightened. If he agreed to the surgery, he would lose his right foot and leg and possibly his livelihood, growing tomatoes in his beloved garden. Sister Vinaya Chalil and volunteers from the home-based care program, an outreach of Pabalelong Hospice in Botswana, frequently visited Mr. O to change his dressing and assure him that surgery would save the remainder of his leg and his life.
Charles Mary Burns, SCN
Charles Mary Burns, SCN, 86, (formerly Blanche Eleanor) was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on April 2, 1936. She died June 24, 2022, in Bardstown, Kentucky. She was a professed Sister of Charity of Nazareth for nearly 65 years. She was one of ten children born to...
Creating a Toolbox for Prayer
Vipassana means “to see things as they really are.” It is one of India’s most ancient meditation techniques rediscovered 2500 years ago by Gotama the Buddha, and is the essence of what he practiced and taught.
Eight Aspirants Enter Pre-Novitiate Program
The evening of June 20, 2022, was a joyful time for eight young candidates received into the Pre-Novitiate program.
Twenty-Six Young Women Receive National Skill Certificates
Twenty-six students of the Skill Development Center accredited to the National Skill Development Council, New Delhi, received the Certificates of National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), Delhi, on June 2, 2022.
Children in Surkhet Receive Education Support
A program was organized in Navjyoti Center on June 17, 2022, in which 133 children received education materials such school bags, uniform materials and stationery from the hands of Rishi Giri, newly elected ward chairperson.
Camp Maria: 85 Years of Connection and Tranquility
Camp Maria Retreat Center, a ministry of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, is celebrating 85 years since its founding on June 21, 1937. For decades, Camp Maria has provided community members, Sisters and Associates alike a place to reflect, renew and commit to their spiritual calling.
Celebrating International Yoga Day
Nazareth Hospital, Mokama began the International Yoga Day celebration doing various yoga asanas with the Wellness Centre inpatients, a few of the former patients, their relatives and friends on June 21, 2022.
Stream Team Inspires Citizen Science at Nazareth
A collaborative effort between the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, New Pioneers for a Sustainable Future, and Nelson County 4-H Youth Development is empowering local youth to be citizen scientists by measuring water quality in their watershed.
Sisters attend Juneteenth Celebration
Several Sisters attended the Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration “Continuing our Journey Together” in Nelson County.
Helping Families Rebuild
Dan Stockman, with the Global Sisters Report, shares about how the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and volunteers continue to help families in Western Kentucky rebuild months after devastating storms.
Nazareth Home Among ‘Best Places to Work’ in Louisville
Nazareth Home was recently named a winner in the 2022 Best Places to Work Award competition from the publication Louisville Business First.
Sister Aruna Ekka, Senior: A Profile
“I believe that God always accompanies me and sustains me!”
Tickets are running out
Get your chances for the Super Raffle to support SCN missions today! The drawing is to be held live, Friday, July 15, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. in Nazareth, Kentucky via live webcast.
Rally Calls for Action Against Gun Violence
Sister Joetta Venneman, director of the social and environmental justice office, attended the March for Our Lives rally in Louisville recently, which called for sensible gun reform laws and an end to gun violence.
Vow Renewal in Patna
Twenty-four Temporary Professed Sisters of Patna Province renewed their vows during a Eucharistic celebration June 11.
Prayer Service: Celebrating 200 Years at Nazareth
Sisters at Nazareth held a celebration of 200 years of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth’s presence at Nazareth, Kentucky. The service was today, June 9, 2022, in the Motherhouse dining room. The following is the prayer service from the day.
200 Years at Nazareth
On June 11, 1822, the Sisters of Charity moved to the Nazareth property. They left all they had built during their ten years at St. Thomas and traveled through Bardstown to their new home, which like their first one, they call Nazareth.
Golden Bells in Botswana
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Botswana celebrated the Golden Jubilee of Ann Muthukattil, SCN, on June 9.
Ann Kernen, SCN
Ann Kernen, SCN, 90, (formerly Sister Anthony) was born in Frankfort, Kentucky on Oct. 18, 1931. She died June 6, 2022, in Louisville, Kentucky. She was a professed Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 70 years.
Work continues at St. Vincent Church
Extensive renovations and repairs at St. Vincent de Paul Church continue. As scaffolding plastic tarps, paint cans and ladders fill the chapel, the Sisters have moved to the Columba Room for daily Mass.
Speaking out against gun violence
Six communities of women religious have banded together to speak against gun violence.
Grounded | Sharing Stories on Nature
This video was produced by the Earth and Spirit Center in collaboration with Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest. It is created from a series of interviews with Bernheim staff, volunteers, and community partners that took place at the Spirit Nest last fall. Susan Gatz, SCN, and Julia Gerwe speak in the video and they hope it stirs us all on to further action for the sake of our common home!
Nazareth 5K Draws Crowd
A large crowd gathered at Nazareth Campus in Nelson County June 4 for the Run with a Mission Nazareth 5K.
Banakal Celebrates International Environment Day
Nazareth School, Banakal celebrated the International Environment Day on June 4, 2022.
Day of Remembrance – Chatra June 7
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth pray for the community and people of Chatra on June 7, which marks the opening of this mission in India.
The Joy of Developing Child Leadership to Empower Children
Birendra Sodari and Puja Nepali of Navjyoti Child Clubs were selected from Karnali Province to attend training on children’s rights and human trafficking.
Rosenbaum discusses roof repair of St. Vincent Church
Campus Service Director Will Rosenbaum discusses the extensive roof repair at St. Vincent de Paul Church.
‘I Have Chosen You’ – Bangalore Province Welcomes New Leadership
The new leadership of the Bangalore Province, Sister Mary Margaret Nirmala, Provincial; Sister Vijaya Chalil, Vice-Provincial; and Board members Sister Vimala Rani, Sister Ann Moyalan and Sister Elizabeth Jaya Rani, were installed on June 1, 2022, in a Eucharistic Celebration.
Fruitful Ministry Wished for New Patna Province Leaders
Installation of the new Province Leadership Team of Patna Province, Sister Latika Kottuppallil, Provincial; Sister Basanti Lakra and Sister Suchita Kullu, Vice Provincials; and Board members Sister Josephine Kisku and Sister Usha Saldanha took place in Nazareth Convent, Mokama on June 1, 2022.
Volunteers helping tornado victims
Many parts of Western Kentucky remain scarred by the Dec.10 tornado, but Volunteers of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are busy helping residents rebuild.
New Province Leadership Installed
It has been an exciting and busy few days as Provincial Leadership Teams for the Western and Bangalore and Patna Provinces have been installed, along with province Board members.
Western Province Leadership Team takes office
The Western Province Leadership Team began its first day! SCN President Sister Sangeeta stopped in to welcome Provincial Sister Barbara and Vice Provincials Sister Michelle and Sister Camille.
High school senior thankful for internship
Bardstown High School senior Addie Woods has been an asset to the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth and is thankful for her internship with the Office of Mission Advancement this school year. She will graduate on May 28.
Sister Jacky visits ministries before return to U.S.
Sister Jackulin Jesu, the Vice President of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, visited ministries in India before leaving for the United States.
Blessing of candidate
Sisters gathered at St. Vincent de Paul Church Friday, May 6, 2022, for a blessing of Miriam Juarez as she entered Candidacy.
Patna Province – Celebration of Gratitude
Sisters, Novices, Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates and Candidates gathered together on May 31, 2022, to express their gratitude and appreciation for the outgoing Patna Province Leadership Team and Board Members.
Anne Elizabeth Elampalathottyil, SCN
Anne Elizabeth Elampalathottyil, SCN, died on May 29, 2022, at 1. a.m. after a prolonged, age-related illness. She was 86 and a Professed Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 62 years. Sister Anne was born to Abraham and Eley Elampalathottyil on Feb. 1, 1936, at...
Bangalore Province Celebrates Leaders, Jubilarians
Sisters of Bangalore Province came together recently for the Golden and Silver Jubilee celebrations and to appreciate the leadership of Amrita Manjaly, SCN, and her team for their five years of accompaniment in mission and ministry in the Province.
Bangalore Province Leadership Installation
The SCN Bangalore Province Leadership Installation Ceremony will be live at 10:30 a.m. India time, 1:00 a.m. Nazareth time on June 1.
Jubilee and Appreciation Day
The Bangalore Province Jubilee and Appreciation Eucharistic Celebration will go live at 10:30 a.m. India time, 1:00 a.m. Nazareth time, on May 31, 2022.
Finding meaning along the journey of service
In her final reflection for the Global Sisters Report, AmeriCorps Volunteer Julia Gerwe reflects on connection and community at Nazareth.
Republic Day in Nepal
Republic Day commemorates the declaration of Nepal as a republic, abolishing a 240-year-old monarchy.
LCWR Calls for Action to Prevent Gun Violence
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth stand with the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in condemning yet another tragedy at the hands of gun violence. An elementary school massacre in Uvalde, Texas took the lives of so many innocent school children as well as their loving and brave teachers. We hold these precious children and teachers, their families and the Uvalde community in our hearts
Western Province Leadership Team
The installation of the new Western Province Leadership Team will be this Sunday, May 29, 2022, at the 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Vincent Church.
Volunteers return to Mayfield
Volunteers have traveled once more to Mayfield, Kentucky to assist families that were affected by the Dec. 10 tornadoes.
Sign up for the Nazareth 5K
The Nazareth 5K will be held June 4. Tell your friends and family to register now for this fun event. Run or walk at Nazareth or where ever you are. https://nazareth.org/5k
Thank You, Patna Province Leaders
A thanksgiving prayer and supper were held at the Nazareth Convent, Mokama, for Sister Philomena Kottoor, the outgoing provincial of the Patna Province. Sister Philomena was elected as provincial for the Patna Province in 2017, along with Vice Provincial Sister Amelia...