Dominican Sisters Conference

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Welcome Pope Leo XIV!

Welcome, Pope Leo XIV! With deep joy and heartfelt prayer, we welcome Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, as the newly elected Shepherd of the global Catholic Church. Rooted in the spirit of synodality, humility, and pastoral presence, Pope Leo XIV brings decades of rich experience—as a missionary, bishop, and most recently, as Prefect […]

Remembering Pope Francis: A Shepherd of Hope and Mercy

With hearts full of both sorrow and gratitude, we remember the life and legacy of Pope Francis. His passing, as we began celebrating the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, feels deeply symbolic. His life reflected that of the Good Shepherd—marked by compassionate, authentic leadership and an unwavering commitment to the Gospel. Pope Francis embraced […]

90 Years of Mission & Hope—Your Support Makes a Difference

For more than 90 years, Dominican Sisters have stood as pioneers—trailblazers in education, healthcare, social work, and justice and peace advocacy. As we navigate today’s ever-changing world, we remain steadfast in our commitment to proclaiming the Gospel with courage and hope. This October, we will gather for a milestone event, Encuentro 2025: Preachers of Hope for […]

DSC Executive Committee Meet to Plan Encuentro 2025

The DSC Executive Committee recently gathered in Sparkill, NY, for a productive and inspiring in-person meeting from March 9-12. The Visioning and Planning Committee joined us via Zoom for part of our time together, and our discussions were centered around the much-anticipated DSC 2025 Encuentro! We are thrilled to share that this special gathering will take […]

Celebrating African American History Month

When we reflect on Black history, we often recall the inspiring legacies of leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Harriet Tubman, Shirley Chisholm, Frederick Douglass, and Katherine Johnson, individuals who have profoundly shaped the course of American history through their unwavering commitment to justice, freedom, and equality. Their courage and resilience continue to inspire […]

Being Preachers of Hope in 2025

A Message from DSC Executive Director, Xiomara Méndez Hernández, OP “May the God of Hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” – Romans 15:13 As we journey through Advent, this sacred season invites us to prepare our hearts to […]

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