Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville, NY

Our own Sister Sally Butler, OP (S. Charles Kathleen) was welcomed home by God on October 6, 2024. She was 93 years old and had devoted 75 years to religious life. Sister Sally ministered in education and social work. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from St. John's University, a Master of Arts from the College of St. Rose, and a Masters in Social Work from Hunter College. She became a force for good in an impoverished neighborhood in Brooklyn working in Social Services and SNAP. Sister Sally sought justice for many, including a young man she helped raise, and co-founded Catholic Whistleblowers, an organization calling for accountability in the church. We ask that you remember her and all her loved ones as they mourn her loss. Called to be one of our #SignsofJoyandHope, receive our sister now into the company of St. Dominic, St. Catherine of Siena, and all who are rejoicing that they are remembered by God. You can learn more in this article from Global Sisters Report: https://lnkd.in/eeMbKHGP

Thank you to all of our sponsors for making our Designer Handbag BINGO a wonderful event. We hope that all who joined us had a fun time. We are grateful to all of you.

Our own Sister Josefita Goretti Rodriguez, OP was welcomed home by God on September 10, 2024. She was 88 years old and had devoted 69 years to religious life. She ministered in pastoral care. She earned a bachelor's degree a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Adelphi University, and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Iona College, along with a Certification in Clinical Pastoral Education from Nassau Community Medical Center. Her cooking, decorating, gardening, and merciful pastoral work together with her smile added happiness and warmth to any home, parish, and community in which she lived. We ask that you remember her and all her loved ones as they mourn her loss. Called to be one of our #SignsofJoyandHope, receive our sister now into the company of St. Dominic, St. Catherine of Siena, and all who are rejoicing that they are remembered by God.

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Sister Teresita Gonzalez, OP (S. Teresita Fidelis) from the Province of Puerto Rico has gone home to God yesterday after many years of illness. Because of her many health needs, she had been residing in a nursing home supported by the prayers and the presence of our loving sisters. Services will take place in Puerto Rico. We ask you to keep our sisters there in prayer. Called to be one of our #SignsofJoyandHope, receive our sister now into the company of St. Dominic, St. Catherine of Siena, and all who are rejoicing that they are remembered by God.

Our own Sister Catherine Mary McGuigan, OP (S. Venard Marie) was welcomed home by God on August 21, 2024. She was 98 years old and had devoted 79 years to religious life. She ministered in education but her true ministry was in spiritual direction and pastoral care. She earned a bachelor's degree from St. John's University, a master's degree from Providence College, and certificates from Blanton Peale Institute. Sister Catherine was a committed and effective pastoral minister inspiring and guiding so many. We ask that you remember her and all her loved ones as they mourn her loss. Called to be one of our #SignsofJoyandHope, receive our sister now into the company of St. Dominic, St. Catherine of Siena, and all who are rejoicing that they are remembered by God.

Happy Feast Day of St. Rose of Lima, who was known for her care of the poor and sick. May we show compassion to all those struggling around us. “When we serve the poor and the sick we serve Jesus. We must not fail to help our neighbors, because in them we serve Jesus.” - St. Rose of Lima #signsofjoyandhope

Our own Sister Lissette Aviles-Rios, OP helps a parish in Puerto Rico use sustainable solutions to prepare for future storms that come their way. Read more about her ministry as a member of the Parish Pastoral Council of the Nuestra Senora del Carmen Parish in Catano, Puerto Rico. Thank you to the National Catholic Reporter for showing how Sister Lissie is one of our #signsofjoyandhope! Read here: https://lnkd.in/eZSbYAmu

You are invited to Designer Handbag BINGO!  Consider supporting us through a sponsorship for the event. Date and Time: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 12 - 3 pm Location: Helen Butler Hall in Dominican Village Cost: $50 in advance or $55 at the door Go to our website for information on sponsorships and tickets: https://lnkd.in/eNxxMMWM or call 631-608-9269. All Proceeds Benefit The Sisters Of St. Dominic of Amityville, NY.

You are invited to Designer Handbag BINGO! And Like and Share this to invite your friends too! Each BINGO game (10 total) has a designer bag such as Coach, Michael Kors, Dooney & Burker, Kate Spade and more as a prize. Your ticket to this fun event includes BINGO cards for all 10 games, a BINGO stamper, and a door prize ticket. There will be raffles and 50/50. Bring your own food and drinks, but light refreshments will be available for purchase. Date and Time: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 12 - 3 pm Location: Helen Butler Hall in Dominican Village Cost: $50 in advance or $55 at the door All Proceeds Benefit The Sisters Of St. Dominic Learn more and purchase tickets at https://lnkd.in/eNxxMMWM or call 631-608-9269