Reflecting on Elizabeth: S. Mary Ellen Murphy
As we commemorate the 200th anniversary of Elizabeth Seton’s death in 2021, Sisters and Associates were invited to reflect on their own personal connection with the Sisters of Charity founder and first American-born saint. In the following video, S. Mary Ellen Murphy takes a look at the many challenges Elizabeth faced in her lifetime and how we all can continue to learn from and be inspired by her today.
An Unexpected Blessing: Associate George Malesich celebrates silver anniversary
Often our life’s direction can be changed by, what at the time seems like, the most insignificant event. That is just how Associate George Malesich came to meet the Sisters of Charity in Denver, Colorado. …
S. Kathleen Houck
S. Kathleen Houck died April 12, 2021 at the age of 87 in Mother Margaret Hall, the nursing facility for the Sisters of Charity. S. Kathleen was born on April 17, 1933 to Edwin A. and Jane (Miller) Houck in Cleveland, Ohio. She was an only child. She was a Sister of Charity of Cincinnati for 69 years.
Giving Her Heart to God: Associate Lee Hemminger celebrates silver anniversary
Twenty-five years ago, Associate in Mission Lee Hemminger made her commitment to the Sisters of Charity as an Associate in Mission. Since, she has developed deep relationships and is grateful for the blessings and opportunities to share in the mission with Sisters and Associates.
Upcoming Events
You will be able to view the Mass at 10 a.m. by CLICKING HERE or watch the archived mass on the Sisters password-protected section of the website.
You will be able to view the Mass at 10 a.m. by CLICKING HERE or watch the archived mass on the Sisters password-protected section of the website.
Newsletters & Publications
CBSM Mission
April 2021
E-Vōc
May 2021
Charity in Motion
March 2021
Intercom
Intercom Vol. III, 2020
Photo Galleries
April Snow
An unusual April snow shower blankets the Mount St. Joseph Motherhouse. Photos Courtesy S. Marty Dermody, SC.
Caring for Creation
Sisters Pat Wittberg and Joyce Richter visited the Old Growth Forest on the Motherhouse property on Tuesday, April 20 to pull garlic mustard. The two removed the invasive species that crowds and kills off flowers from the area and then enjoyed the beautiful spring weather with a hike to view the wildflowers.
Florida Associates Gather
Associates in the Spring Hill, Florida, area gathered in person on April 10 for fellowship, a meal and prayer. During the gathering they also celebrated the lives of the 20 Sisters and Associates lost in 2020.
Meeting Our Grace: Right Here, Right Now
The SC Community gathered on Saturday, April 10 via Zoom (in person and through closed-circuit television) for the Spring Forum. The day’s theme was Meeting Our Grace: Right Here, Right Now. In the morning session, S. Janet Mock, CSJ, was the guide for considering the emerging future, following the Fall Congregational conversations. The Leadership Team led the afternoon presentation and conversation regarding sponsorship. The day concluded with a special prayer service to present S. Janet Mock with the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award.