Ursuline Sisters in Ministry



CONGRATULATIONS


It is with great pride that we announce the outcome of the General Election of the Ursuline Sisters of Tildonk that took place in Belgium on August 5, 2008

Sr. Margaret O'Brien of the U.S. Province was elected Superior General.

Sr. Margaret brings a strong faith, deep spirituality, dedication and a lovely smile to her new position.

She is in our thoughts and prayers.



Stroll down the page to see a previous feature of Sister as she ministered here in the States.


On the afternoon of June 10, 2007, friends of the Sisters and Associates joined with us in reflecting on the life and struggles of St. Angela Merici and her influence on our spirituality and ministries. The day was prepared and presented by Sr. Sheila Molloy and committee. It was an afternoon of hope, encouragement and celebration as we face the future while drawing from the wealth of one woman's spirituality.

Sr. Sheila Molloy

  



  

Celebrating a Milestone

The Ursuline Sisters of Tildonk recently celebrated their 75th anniversary here in the United States Province.Many who will visit these pages have shared part of this journey with the sisters while others will experience the Ursulines for the first time by spending a little of their time reading and viewing this site. Let us take you back in time to where and how the journey began.
JOURNEY TO AMERICA-NATIVITY BVM PARISH,N.Y. ST.URSULA RETREAT CENTER HOPE FOR OUR FUTURE 2006-2010
URSULINE ASSOCIATE MEMBERS EDUCATION MINISTRY WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS
LEADERSHIP- 2006-2010
"OUT OF ASHES" SENIOR SUPPORT
CELEBRATIONS "PHOTO ALBUM" WORDS OF APPRECIATION

The Torre family under the direction of Sr.Marguerite and nephew Michael organized

The First Annual Golf Tournament,

"SWINGING FOR THE SISTERS"


which was held Monday, June 30, 2008 at the

Pelham Country Club
Pelham Manor, NY

Many sisters and golfers participated in this worthy cause which was for the support of the sisters in retirement. It was a delightful day.

Click on the frames below for enlargements.


If you would like to contribute to this benefit send your check to :

The Ursuline Sisters
81-15 Utopia Pkwy
Jamaica, NY 11432

Thank You for your generosity. As always it is greatly appreciated.







    


Sister Valerie Heinonen, working for Social Justice in the Corporate arena, as featured in The Washington Post, June 2, 2007. Congratulations on your work and dedication to such a worthy undertaking...

Click on picture and scroll down the page for the complete article.





Sister Joanne Callahan, Superintendent of Schools, Diocese of Rockville Center was in attendance when Pope Benedict XVI addressed the Nations Catholic Educators in Washington, D.C..
Click on her picture to read the Address and Sisters comments as it appeared in Newsday, April 17, 2008



Sr. Catherine Talia,

teaching English as a second language to her class of 26 students at the Maura Clarke/Ita Ford Center in Bushwick, Bklyn.

The Center has been in operation for 15 years providing this service to all who wish to become proficient in a second language.

    


Sisters and Associates gathered for a weekend of planning and prayer at St. Ursula Center.

June 29 - July 1, 2007
   

Click on the banner and join with us to accomplish:



A mile stone was celebrated by our ASSOCIATE MEMBERS. Visit their page found on the main table.

During a recent Chapter of Elections which took place in April, 2006 the Sisters chose a Provincial, and two Councillors.Celebrate the results by visiting the LEADERSHIP PAGE on the table.

See also our HOPE FOR THE FUTURE.

  
 

On July 12, 2008 the Nativity BVM Alumni Association held a "mini" fundraiser to secure funds for their upcoming Sept. 21, 2008 softball game. It was an afternoon of Bocce Ball, refreshments and raffles.The proceeds are for the benefit of the Ursuline Sisters Retirement Fund. This year's soft ball game will be played at Charles Park in Howard Beach....Save the date as we look forward to seeing you.



The Friends of the Ursulines has been formed to raise funds which will contribute to the support of the Sisters thus enabling them to continue their vital ministeries.

Their main function this year was a luncheon which took place October 28, 2007.This year's recipients of the St.Angela Merici Award and the Ursuline Ministry Recognition Award were:

     

Louise D. Ambrosio, Nativity BVM, Jim Douglas, St. Gregory the Great and Sr. Valerie Heinonen,OSU

Click on the frames below for enlargements.

If you would like to support the wonderful work of "The Friends" send your check to :

The Friends of the Ursuline Sisters
81-15 Utopia Pkwy
Jamaica, NY 11432

Thank You for your generosity...

Click on the banners to celebrate:

Srs.Sheila Molloy, Mary Lou Tressy, Mary Elizabeth Preston
Srs.Ursula Leibold, Patricia Crowe
Srs. Monica Kevin, Margaret Golub, James Francis McDonnell


In May and June of 2003 our Ursuline family celebrated the Profession of Vows by Srs. Edith Menegus and Meghan McArdle. Join with us as you view their Celebrations.



Continue down the page to experience more highlights.

Click on the banner for the:

Focusing on ...Sister Mary John O'Rourke, April,2006


Click on the names below to visit our previous

"FEATURE OF THE MONTH"

Sr.Margaret O'Brien


Sr.Joanne Callahan


"DEDICATION IN MEMORY OF SR.VIRGINIA GREAVES,OSU

DEDICATION PAGE

After visiting these pages please return and share your thoughts with us.








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Ursuline Sisters of Tildonk Statement on Sexual Abuse



For further information please contact
Ursuline Provincialate
Sister Mairead Barrett,osu
81-15 Utopia Pkwy. Jamaica, NY 11432
E-mail: ursulineprovincial@verizon.net 
Phone: 718 591-0681
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