St. Mark High School, St. Louis, MO

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A New Chapter of Leadership ❤️

On the Feast of St. Dominic, we celebrated our Transfer of Leadership and welcomed our 2026–2030 Leadership Team.

With grateful hearts, we honor the Sisters who served in leadership from 2022–2026 and welcome those who will guide us in the years ahead.

As we continue to be “Rooted in History. Facing Forward in Hope,” we trust in God’s guidance and look forward to all that lies ahead.

Read more about this special day and meet our new Leadership Team:https://sparkill.org/news/dominican-sisters-of-sparkill-welcome-new-leadership-team/

Please keep our Leadership Team and our entire congregation in your prayers as we begin this new chapter. 🙏❤

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🎉 “Keep Calm… You’re Only 90!” 🎉

One of the birthday cards I received said, “Keep Calm… You’re Only 90!” And so I am! 😊

I feel blessed by God’s love, within and without. I am deeply grateful for my beautiful family, community, friends, and all of creation. You are in my prayers.

With love,
Sr. Barbara Paul, OP 💙

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This August 6 marks 81 years since the United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, killing hundreds of thousands of people and leaving a legacy of suffering that endures to this day. Yet the threat of nuclear weapons has not diminished: more than 12,000 nuclear warheads remain in the world's arsenals.

In response, we invite you to join the annual Hiroshima Nagasaki Prayer Service, a free, virtual gathering open to all. This year's theme, "From Remembrance to Abolition," calls us to honor the lives lost while renewing our commitment to a nuclear-free world. Thirty-six congregations of women religious (including Sparkill Dominicans) and peace organizations are co-sponsoring this growing witness of faith and peace.

Here is the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_T5ADkQluTGSDZjEO114Bjg #/registration

Please join us:
Thursday, August 6 | 6:00 pm CDT | Via Zoom

If you are unable to attend the live event, we invite you to register, and you will receive a recording afterwards.

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“I’m not quite ready to ride again, but I’m looking forward to walking our beautiful grounds, playing some fun games, and, most of all, seeing everyone at Cycle for Peace! And, of course, I’m looking forward to the goodies—hot dogs, ice cream, and nachos. With all that tempting me, it’s probably a good thing I’ll be walking!

Thank you to everyone who participates in and supports Cycle for Peace. Your generosity helps sustain the mission of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, and I’m so grateful!”

—Sr. Jeanne Shary, OP

🚲 Join us for Cycle for Peace on Saturday, September 19! Walk, ride, play, eat, and support the Sisters.

Register or learn more about Cycle for Peace 2026 at https://sparkill.org/sparkill-event/cycle-for-peace-2026/

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Who is Mary Magdalene?

On this Feast of St. Mary Magdalene, patroness of the Dominican Order, we invite you to read a beautiful reflection from Sr. Margaret Palliser that explores her extraordinary witness as the first preacher of Christ's Resurrection—the "Apostle to the Apostles."

Take a few moments to reflect on the life of this remarkable disciple and discover how her witness continues to inspire us to be preachers of hope in our world today.

St. Mary Magdalene, Tower of Faith and Witness, pray for us!

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Our Albertus Magnus High School students are bringing Christ's love to life through their outreach to those living in poverty this summer. Their compassion, generosity, and willingness to serve remind us of the words often attributed to St. Teresa of Ávila: "Christ has no body now on earth but yours."

By becoming Christ's hands, feet, and heart in the world, these young people are making a real difference—one act of kindness, one encounter, and one person at a time. Thank you for witnessing the Gospel in action.

AM students participated in a summer outreach week with Capuchin Family Ministries this June, living out their faith by ministering to vulnerable communities around the Hudson Valley. Throughout the week, they dedicated their time to serving the poor, the elderly, and the homeless. We are proud of these students for making a difference - Colin Cahill ‘27, Aedan Finn ‘27, Grace Gavigan ‘27, Soraya Miller ‘27, and alumna Lilly Mercado ‘23. Lead, Serve, Inspire!

Wishing our Sisters and Associates who are celebrating their birthday this month, a bouquet of God’s abundant blessings for a fresh, new year ahead. God Bless You on Your Birthday and Always!

Sisters:
Louise Mileski
Sheila Brennan
Sadaf William
Anne Schwartz
Jeannine DeClue
Susan Dunn
Elizabeth David Scannell
Marie Hess
Maureen Conway
Catherine Bashir

Associates:
Stephanie Carpentieri
Mary Ann Genito
Ann Hagopian
Regina Scherer

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The Sparkill Dominican Sisters and Associates celebrate the life of Sister Kathleen Gorman who died at died in Calvary Hospital, Bronx, New York, on June 26, 2026. She was 80 years old.

Kathleen Ann was born in New York City on November 21, 1945, to Bernard and Mary Cassidy Gorman. She entered the Dominican Congregation of Our Lady of the Rosary in Sparkill, NY, on September 8, 1963, and received the name Sister Ellen Bernard. She professed her first vows in 1965 and final vows in 1972.

Sister Kathleen began her teaching ministry at St. Anthony School, Bronx, NY (1966-1968); St. Paul School, Valley Cottage, NY (1968-1970); Holy Family School, Hicksville, NY (1970-1977); Rosary Academy, Sparkill, NY (1977-1978); Principal, and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School, Middletown, NY (1978-1981). Sister Kathleen then shared her gifts in a variety of ministries in New York and New Jersey: Associate Director of the Parish School Planning Program, Bronx, NY (1984-1986); Staff Member at Emmaus House, Elberon, NJ (1986-1990); Program Coordinator, Regina Residence, Brentwood, NY (1990-1996); Executive Team Member, Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, NY (1996-2000); Family Therapist (2000-2006), and Director of Counseling (2006-(2013), Touchstone Hall, Rockleigh, NJ; MICA Coordinator, Lukens House, West Nyack, NY (2014 -2022); and our Congregational Archivist (2023-2026).

Through her unfailing witness to God’s love for all, Sister Kathleen brought healing, growth, and joy to so many. May her goodness and compassion continue to live in those whom she served and inspired.

To view Sr. Kathleen's full obituary, including funeral details for Wednesday, July 8, with livestream link, please visit https://sparkill.org/obituary/sister-kathleen-gorman-op/