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DSC Encuentro 2025 is now open! Here is the registration link: https://reg.nixmeetings.com/dscencuentro25  General Information about DSC Encuentro 2025 – 90th Anniversary Registration by NIX – (NIX manages both meeting registration and hotel reservation). For registration questions please contact NIX representative, Michelle Welter at 314-645-1455 (office) or mwelter@nixmeeting.com Dates October 7–12, 2025 – for Leaders Arrivals: Tuesday, October 7 (afternoon) […]

The Dominican Sisters Conference (DSC) was recently featured in two Miami Herald articles highlighting the historic moment of the new pope’s election. In   ‘Totally stunned.’ New pope a happy shock for Miami’s Catholic leaders, faithfuland  ‘Let’s build bridges.’ Many Miami Catholics hope conclave continues legacy of Francis, DSC leadership and presence in Rome were recognized as part […]

The Dominican Sisters International Conference (DSIC) held its 10th Assembly in person in Rome from May 11th to 16th. The gathering, entitled “Widows & Midwives… Where Past & Future Meet…”, brought together 125 prioresses, delegates, and guests representing the 144 Dominican Sisters member congregations from five continents. The days were filled with inspiring and hopeful […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

From November 15-20, 2024, the Dominican Conference of Latin America and the Caribbean (CODALC) marked a significant milestone—its 50th Anniversary. The theme of the celebration, “Half a Century Sowing Hope,” reflected the enduring impact and mission of the conference. The event brought together Dominican Sisters and associates from across the region, offering a unique opportunity to reflect […]

Sr. Kathleen Tuite, OP – Newly Elected DSC President Sister Kathllen has been a member of the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell, New Jersey, since 1989 and brings over 26 years of experience in Catholic and Dominican education. She has served as Assistant to the President for Mission and Ministry and Vice President for […]