In celebration of 50 years of SCN presence in Belize, our latest video in the anniversary series explores the history, the volunteers, and the progress of the Lay Mission Volunteer Program and the SCN Home Builds in Belize. View videos from the early days of the program as Sister Luke’s new interview offers updates on the Home Build ministry.
You can view earlier episodes in the 50th anniversary series here.
A new book invites readers to experience Nazareth through photographs, history, Scripture, and the words of those who helped shape the spiritual life of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. Nazareth the Beautiful is now available for purchase.
For more than two decades, Sister Rose Plathottam has helped girls from marginalized communities in Bihar, India, pursue education and new opportunities. At Chirag Vidyalaya, more than 200 girls have graduated, including former students who now work as nurses and other professionals, creating new possibilities for themselves and their families.
Frances āFrannieā Groom returned to Nazareth one final time on Oct. 6, when Sisters gathered for her burial in the SCN Cemetery. A former Sister, longtime donor, and Legacy Society member, Frannie remained connected to Nazareth throughout her life and chose to make the community her final resting place.
Brings tears to my eyes to hear you speak of the benefits to both givers and receivers.
thanks for sharing.
It has been a humbling experience to become part of the SCN family through the Volunteer Ministry Program under the guidance of Sr. Luke. This simple and profound video captures the essence of the love, service and commitment of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth over these 50 years… and the beauty and spirit of the Belizean people who received us as volunteers into their hearts and homes!! What a privilege!!!! This ministry reminds us that “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change!” This program expands the hearts and widens the minds of all involved, drawing us to the oneness to which Jesus calls us! Congratulations and Thank you SCN’s!!!
Thank you for sharing this. I will never forget my experience in Belize. You are right, “The volunteers receive so much more than they give.” Wish I was younger so I could go again. Love, Mary
Thank you for this amazing video.
I especially loved the part when someone suggested that you should just send money to the people and you talked about giving and receiving; absolutely right on !!!!!
Bless you Lukeš.
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Thanks Sr. Luke. So many people touched by this mission. Kevin Richards
The video is beautiful and a true testament to the amazing work the Sisters and volunteers have done for those in need here in Belize.
We are humbled to be a part of it. We are grateful for the SCN Lay Ministry Program and for Sister Luke, who was instrumental in bringing us here to serve and in changing our hearts into servant hearts. Most of all to God for allowing us to serve here!
Godās blessings and peace,
Cindy and Mark
Thanks for sharing this beautiful story of ministry. As Luke said volunteering is a journey of giving and receiving in a community of need and love . Iām grateful and proud of our SCN presence in Belize .