School Sisters of Notre Dame - Africa

06/14/2026

Today like in the Gospel, we too are among those called and sent to continue Christ's mission of healing, teaching, and proclaiming the kingdom of God. In our families, schools, workplaces, communities, and ministries, we are invited to be instruments of God's love and mercy. Our world continues to hunger for hope, guidance, and compassion. Like the disciples, we may sometimes feel inadequate, but God equips those He calls.

As we reflect today, let us ask ourselves:• Do I see others with the compassionate eyes of Jesus?• How am I responding to God's call to serve?• Am I freely sharing the gifts, talents, and blessings God has given me?

May we become faithful laborers in the Lord's harvest, bringing His healing presence, compassion, and love wherever we go.

06/12/2026

June 12 is the feast day for the 108 Martyrs of World War II, known also as the108 Blessed Polish Martyrs, Roman Catholics from Poland who were executed or died due to the N**i occupation. They were beatified by Pope John Paul II in Poland on June 13, 1999. The group is comprised of 3 bishops, 52 priests, 26 members of male religious orders, 3 seminarians, 8 religious sisters and 9 lay people.

Sister Maria Antonina Kratochwil, SSND, was one of these 108 martyrs. Learn more about her at bit.ly/blessedantonina.

Blessed Antonina and other SSND martyred during World War II are patronesses of Shalom, which is our SSND International Network for Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation. These women religious lived and died because of their faith. Today we recognize the significant relationship between their lives and deaths, and all that living Shalom calls us to: to risk all in faith for a more just and truly human world. They inspire in us a renewed commitment to promote a culture of life and address the injustices in the world today. With Blessed Antonina we listen to the cries of all creation and respond in solidarity.

Blessed Antonina, pray for us.



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05/31/2026

On this Trinity Sunday we give special attention to the mystery of the Holy Trinity. "We deepen our consciousness of who we are in relationship with the Triune God, one another, and God’s amazing universe.” ~ You Are Sent, C12

05/24/2026

Today in the Gospel, Jesus reminds us that the Spirit still moves today. “Receive the Holy Spirit.” (John 20:22)
These are Jesus’ words for us today, words of comfort and hope. The Holy Spirit gives us courage, purpose, and the strength to live our faith boldly. Through the Spirit, we receive peace, joy, and the freedom to dance even in the midst of chaos.
As one family united in Christ, we are called to let the Spirit set our hearts on fire with love, hope, and joy so we can light up the world around us. ✨

05/16/2026

Dear friends, it is Laudato Si' Week. Let us strive to intentionally care for our common home by spreading love in every word, thought, and action.

05/09/2026

04/30/2026

United in our diversity....
Please say hello to Sister Esther.

Sister Esther is participating in a course for formators at the International Union of Superiors General (UISG). Together with 45 other sisters representing 22 countries, she participated in a cultural day. Each shared her culture at Mass and through presentations and lunch. It was a joyful and beautiful appreciation of diversity.

04/26/2026

Today we are specially invited to pray for vocations. The Church needs shepherds after the heart of Christ; priests, religious men and women, and committed lay leaders who will serve with humility and courage. Perhaps God is calling you even now to follow Him more closely. Openness to that call begins with listening.

Let us Pray:
Lord Jesus, our Good Shepherd,
help us to hear Your voice and follow You faithfully.
Guide us in truth, protect us in Your love,
and make us instruments of Your care for others.
Raise up holy vocations in Your Church,
and give us generous hearts to respond to Your call.
Amen.

04/26/2026

Today Jesus invites us to contemplate the tender and faithful love of Christ, who is the Shepherd of His people. He is not distant or indifferent; He knows each of us personally, calls us by name, and leads us with care and purpose. The voice of Jesus is gentle yet firm, guiding us toward life in abundance.
In a world filled with many competing voices of fear, doubt, pressure, and distraction. It can be difficult to recognize the voice of the Shepherd. Yet His voice is always marked by peace, truth, and love.

The question for us today is simple but challenging: Do we listen? To follow Christ means to trust Him, even when the path is unclear, and to remain close to Him through prayer, Scripture, and the sacrament.
His love for us is not passive, it is active, self-giving, and enduring. May the same love call us to care for one another, especially the weak, the lost, and those on the margins. Amen.

04/25/2026

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