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California Region
Mission Advancement Egram
March 27, 2024
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One Heart. One Hope. One Mission. | |
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MESSAGE FROM MISSION ADVANCEMENT
...thank you for being part of our great story!
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Dear Friends,
As we enter into these solemn days before Easter, we gratefully call to mind our many blessings in California for almost 100 years!
We are pleased to share our 2023 Impact Report, featuring some snippets of SND life and ministry while acknowledging the kind support of last year's donors. It includes updates on our 2023 Jubilarians, global missions, intergenerational fellowship, young adult outreach and much more.
Speaking of young adults, we were happy to welcome 8 energetic women for a weekend retreat recently. In the photo, Sr. Val Roxburgh enjoys a "Kodak moment" with Lovie. These comments about this experience of community, reflection and prayer speak volumes:
"Peace is not dependent on circumstances."
"It was amazing how the Holy Spirit inspired us to share our life experiences and to get closer to each other and to God."
"Jesus lived a hectic but balanced life."
"We so appreciate the hospitality and kindness of the sisters!"
Be assured that the SNDs carry you and your loved ones in our hearts and in our prayers as we celebrate Easter as a feast of hope and peace.
Blessings always,
Sr. Lisa Megaffin, S.N.D.
Director of Mission Advancement Services
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FROM THE CALIFORNIA GRAPEVINE | |
Sr. Karlynn Werth, missionary/linguist, leaves for Korea | |
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In the photo, the SNDs applaud Sr. Karlynn Werth after receiving a blessing for safe travel. Shown here are Sr. Colette Theobald, Sr. Regina Robbins, Sr. Gina Marie Blunck, and Sr. Joanne Wittenburg, congratulating Sr. Karlynn.
Sr. Karlynn Werth will spend the next six months with the SNDs in South Korea. She will be holding classes in English for the young sisters who already have some mastery in English. These sisters learned English during their years of formation but need further study. Sr. Karlynn, who is looking forward to this opportunity to learn about the Korean culture, will help them improve their conversational English skills. As an international congregation ministering in 18 countries it is very important for the SNDs to know English for international meetings and projects.
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"Angel bags" readied for homeless individuals
The SNDs and staff members at Notre Dame Center prepared "angel bags" to share with homeless individuals during Lent. Goodies included kleenex, bottled water, McDonald's gift cards, hygiene products, snacks, and notes expressing prayers, care and concern. The photo shows Sr. Jan Marie Villalobos, Finance Manager Florie Pineda, Sr. Betty Bienlein, Sr. Margaret Scott and Sr. Marie Paul Grech collaborating on the project. The SNDs then give angel bags to homeless folks they meet when they are out and about in the community.
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Prayerful best wishes on Holy Saturday! | |
The Sisters of Notre Dame offer our prayerful support for those receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation on Holy Saturday. Sr. Joann Schlarbaum sews a robe for a catechumen who will be baptized. | |
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In particular, we offer our congratulations to these SNDs and Associates dedicated to OCIA (previously known as RCIA) ministry:
St. Dominic Parish, Eagle Rock
Sr. Joyanne Sullivan
St. Matthew Parish, Long Beach
Deacon George and Tricia Mora
St. Paschal Baylon Parish, Thousand Oaks
Annabelle Gordon
Sr. Marie Paul Grech
Sr. Antoinette Marie Moon
Sherry Reynolds
St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Los Angeles
Sr. Mary Frances Wahl
St. Peter Claver Parish, Simi Valley
Prudiel Libatique
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CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS
...living with one heart, one hope, one mission
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Sunday, March 31, 4:00 p.m.
Online
Many Mansions Waiting List Closes
The General Affordable Housing Waitlist will close. Learn more! For questions or assistance, contact the Housing Central Office at 805-496-4948, ext.125 or HC@manymansions.org to receive assistance in filling out an application.
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Many Mansions is a non-profit organization that provides well-managed, service-enriched, affordable housing to low-income residents of Southern California:
- 20 communities consisting of over 700 units of affordable housing
- Serving more than 1,700 of the most vulnerable members of our community
- 8 communities currently in development; by the end of 2024, an additional 500 individuals will be housed.
- Residents include families of very low-income, seniors, veterans, disabled individuals, and those who were previously homeless.
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Free services enrich their lives--homework club, summer camp, food pantry, Vicky's Scholarships, activities to help residents increase their life skills and income--and much more.
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Friday, April 12, 5:00 p.m. PDT
Online
Young Adult Faith Sharing
Join young adults from across the country to reflect and share on the Sunday Gospel. It is held on the second Friday of each month. All young adults are welcome: men and women, single or married. Feel free to share this invitation with any young adult in your life seeking meaningful connections rooted in prayer. Register here.
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April 22, 2024
Everywhere!
Earth Day -
Healing our Throwaway Culture: Focus on Plastics
Care for Creation Corner
Celebrate Earth Day with us for personal inspiration and community action, courtesy of the Catholic Climate Covenant.
This program will focus on the growing problem of plastic pollution, complementing the secular Earth Day theme of "Planet vs. Plastics." Click on the graphic to access the program of prayer, readings, discussion questions and a call to action!
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