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06/19/2026

❤️💛💚 Juneteenth ❤️💛💚

Today we commemorate Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when news of emancipation finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, and hope. It is also an opportunity to reflect on our ongoing call to seek justice, foster reconciliation, and uphold the dignity of every person.

As Sisters of St. Joseph, we remain committed to the mission of loving God and neighbor without distinction. May this day inspire us to continue building communities rooted in respect, inclusion, and peace.

Today, we celebrate Flag Day and honor the symbol that represents our nation and the many individuals who have worked to...
06/14/2026

Today, we celebrate Flag Day and honor the symbol that represents our nation and the many individuals who have worked to uphold the values of freedom, justice, and opportunity.

As Sisters of St. Joseph, we are mindful that the American flag calls us not only to gratitude but also to responsibility. May we continue to work toward a society where every person is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Let us pray for our nation, for its leaders, and for all who strive to build a more peaceful and just world.

06/12/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

Only 3 months until the Mount Reunion!

Join fellow alumni, former classmates, and friends of Mount St. Joseph Academy and Mount St. Joseph Elementary School for an evening of reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating our shared Mount heritage.

🗓 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Giancarlo's Sicilian Steakhouse
⏰ 6:00 PM

Tickets are $70 per person. Whether your memories were made at MSJA, Little Mount, or both, we hope you'll join us for a special evening filled with laughter, stories, and cherished friendships.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post and reaching out to your classmates and fellow grads!

We can't wait to welcome you back to the Mount community.

For more information: Please contact Chuck or Angela:
Chuck LaDuca: 818-324-3156
Angela Porter: 410-353-4448

💙 Once a part of the Mount family, always a part of the Mount family.

06/06/2026

🎉 Today is the day! Welcome to our MSJA Luncheon Celebration! 💚

We are so grateful to gather together once again to celebrate friendship, memories, and the enduring spirit of Mount St. Joseph Academy.

Today, we proudly honor the classes celebrating their 50th, 60th, and 70th reunions. What an incredible blessing to celebrate these milestones together!

We can’t wait for a beautiful afternoon filled with connection, joy, and Mount spirit.

06/05/2026

💚 Tomorrow is the day!

We are looking forward to welcoming everyone to our MSJA Luncheon Celebration tomorrow, June 6th!

Safe travels to all attending, and thank you to everyone helping make this special reunion celebration possible. We are especially excited to honor the classes celebrating their 50th, 60th, and 70th reunions. 🎉

Get ready for an afternoon filled with memories, friendship, laughter, and Mount spirit! Please remember to bring cash for the basket raffle, 50/50 and the cash bar!

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Sister Patrice Ryan, SSJ, who entered eternal life on Tuesday, May ...
06/01/2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Sister Patrice Ryan, SSJ, who entered eternal life on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the Clarence Residence, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born in Buffalo on March 20, 1945, to Mathias and Ruth Ryan, Sister Patrice was one of five children. After graduating from Bishop O'Hern High School in 1962, she entered the Sisters of St. Joseph and received the veil on July 2, 1963. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Medaille College in 1969 and professed her final vows on July 26, 1970.

For nearly six decades, Sister Patrice faithfully served as an educator, counselor, leader, and advocate for others. She began her teaching ministry at Immaculate Conception School, where she inspired generations of students through her love of Social Studies, history, and learning. She later served as principal and continued her educational ministry at St. Matthew's School and Catholic Academy of West Buffalo. After earning her Master's degree in School Counseling, she dedicated more than two decades to serving students and families as a school counselor.

Sister Patrice also generously shared her gifts of leadership with the Congregation. She served on the Leadership Team as General Councilor and Vice President before being elected President of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Buffalo in 2019, a role she faithfully held until her passing.

As President, Sister Patrice guided the Congregation through unprecedented challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and significant transitions within the Community. She remained steadfast in her commitment to the care and well-being of the Sisters, ensuring they received the highest quality healthcare, spiritual support, and compassionate accompaniment.

Beyond her many accomplishments, Sister Patrice will be remembered for her kindness, wisdom, dry wit, and wonderful sense of humor. She was deeply devoted to her family, cherished her beloved dog Matisse, and touched countless lives through her compassion and presence.

She was a beloved Sister, colleague, mentor, and friend whose legacy of service, faith, and love will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Please keep Sister Patrice, her family, and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Buffalo in your prayers.

May she rest in God's peace.

05/30/2026

🎉 Just ONE WEEK until our MSJA Luncheon Celebration!

Next Saturday, we will gather to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the special bond shared by generations of Mount graduates. We are especially honored to recognize the classes celebrating their 50th, 60th, and 70th reunions this year. 💚

We can’t wait to see everyone and celebrate the lasting legacy and Mount spirit that continue to bring us together.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause in gratitude and remembrance for the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We honor their courage, their sacrifice, and their unwavering commitment to the common good. Their legacy lives on in the freedoms we cherish and the communities we are called to serve.

In the spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph, we also hold in prayer the families and loved ones who carry the weight of this loss each day. May they be comforted by the love that surrounds them and the enduring gratitude of a nation.

As we gather with family and friends, may we take a quiet moment to remember those who gave everything, and recommit ourselves to lives of peace, unity, and compassion.

With prayerful remembrance,
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Buffalo

05/23/2026

💚 Only TWO WEEKS until our MSJA Luncheon Celebration on June 6th at 11am!

As we prepare to gather together once again, we look forward to celebrating our alumni and especially honoring the classes marking their 50th, 60th, and 70th reunions. 🎓✨

The Mount connection lasts a lifetime, and we are so excited to celebrate these incredible milestones together.

Be sure to send in your RSVP by June 1st!

With gratitude for a life faithfully lived, we share the peaceful passing of Sister Bette DiCesare at the Clarence Resid...
05/19/2026

With gratitude for a life faithfully lived, we share the peaceful passing of Sister Bette DiCesare at the Clarence Residence on May 18, 2026.

Sister Bette touched countless lives through her compassion, advocacy, and unwavering dedication to serving others. Her expertise in the Spanish language led her to a ministry that profoundly impacted refugees seeking safety, dignity, and hope.

In 1984, the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) worked together to establish Vive La Casa, serving refugees from Central America. Through networking and collaboration with refugee advocacy and legal defense groups across the United States and Canada, Vive La Casa became a place of refuge and support for those fleeing war and persecution.

When Vive La Casa moved in 1991 from the Center for Justice on Main Street in Buffalo to the former St. Matthew School, it allowed the ministry to welcome and assist even more refugees. Sister Bette’s advocacy and fluency in Spanish were essential in helping refugees attend medical appointments, secure temporary housing, complete work permit documentation, and enroll in English language and other necessary classes.

Through her ministry, Sister Bette impacted the lives of hundreds of refugees from Northern Africa, Central America, Sri Lanka, and the Middle East who were escaping the horrors of war-torn situations. Her life reflected the mission of welcoming the dear neighbor without distinction, and her legacy of compassion and justice will continue to inspire many.

We ask that you keep Sister Bette, her family, friends, and the Sisters of St. Joseph in your prayers.

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