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The Notre Dame Sisters and Notre Dame Housing extend our gratitude to John and Wende Kotouc and American National Bank for their continued partnership with us. American National Bank provided a $21,000 challenge gift in support of our Proud Legacy. Bright Future. Campaign. We are grateful for their generosity and ongoing support! Thank you!
Sisters and NDH residents gathered on Tuesday, Nov. 7, to assemble 32 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. We extend a big thank you to Sr. Joan for leading the project!
The Coalition on Human Trafficking’s Hotel-Motel Project receives $25,000 grant
The Coalition on Human Trafficking, Inc.’s Hotel-Motel Project continues to train personnel in hotels/motels to Realize that sex trafficking occurs in many such facilities; to Recognize signs of sex trafficking especially relevant to hotels/motels, and to Respond promptly and appropriately. We have now trained personnel in more than 100 hotels/motels in the Omaha Metro and Lincoln areas. Because of its success, the project is also spreading across the state and being requested beyond Nebraska.
We have great news to share! On Oct. 27, the Women’s Fund of Omaha awarded the Coalition with a $25,000 grant for the third consecutive year to continue our Hotel-Motel Project. Together we are making a difference; thank you for your prayers and financial support!
The Notre Dame Sisters are among the founding groups of the Coalition and continue to foster its growth as the Coalition has reorganized to an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Through this transition period, the Notre Dame Sisters, who have a position on the Coalition’s board of directors, are generously serving as a fiduciary for the Coalition and its funds at no cost.
The Coalition on Human Trafficking, Inc.’s Hotel-Motel Project continues to train personnel in hotels/motels to Realize that sex trafficking occurs in many such facilities; to Recognize signs of sex trafficking especially relevant to hotels/motels, and to Respond promptly and appropriately. We have now trained personnel in more than 100 hotels/motels in the Omaha Metro and Lincoln areas. Because of its success, the project is also spreading across the state and being requested beyond Nebraska.
We have great news to share! On Oct. 27, the Women’s Fund of Omaha awarded the Coalition with a $25,000 grant for the third consecutive year to continue our Hotel-Motel Project. Together we are making a difference; thank you for your prayers and financial support!
The Notre Dame Sisters are among the founding groups of the Coalition and continue to foster its growth as the Coalition has reorganized to an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Through this transition period, the Notre Dame Sisters, who have a position on the Coalition’s board of directors, are generously serving as a fiduciary for the Coalition and its funds at no cost.
2017 Volunteers of the Year Honored
On Aug. 19, the Notre Dame Sisters held their Annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration to thank and honor all of their dedicated volunteers who have supported them with their time and talents.
Each year the Notre Dame Sisters award individuals who have gone above and beyond in helping them to meet unmet needs and have been a witness to Christ to those they serve.
This year the Sisters honored two long-time friends who have graciously given of themselves as not only volunteers, but as staff members of Notre Dame Housing as well.
Marcy Moctezuma and Cheryl Poulin worked for years serving the residents of Notre Dame Housing. While Marcy took care of the ends and outs of their apartment living, Cheryl coordinated the daily activities offered to them to allow them to live independently and have a purpose.
Marcy and Cheryl were not only dedicated to the Sisters’ housing ministry, but they were dedicated to the Sisters as well. Every spring they were in the trenches with the Sisters and staff, making sure that their Celebration of Sprit Dinners was a success.
Marcy and Cheryl exemplify the charism of the Notre Dame Sisters and the Sisters were honored to award both of them with the 2017 Friends of Notre Dame Volunteer Award for their dedicated service.
On Aug. 19, the Notre Dame Sisters held their Annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration to thank and honor all of their dedicated volunteers who have supported them with their time and talents.
Each year the Notre Dame Sisters award individuals who have gone above and beyond in helping them to meet unmet needs and have been a witness to Christ to those they serve.
This year the Sisters honored two long-time friends who have graciously given of themselves as not only volunteers, but as staff members of Notre Dame Housing as well.
Marcy Moctezuma and Cheryl Poulin worked for years serving the residents of Notre Dame Housing. While Marcy took care of the ends and outs of their apartment living, Cheryl coordinated the daily activities offered to them to allow them to live independently and have a purpose.
Marcy and Cheryl were not only dedicated to the Sisters’ housing ministry, but they were dedicated to the Sisters as well. Every spring they were in the trenches with the Sisters and staff, making sure that their Celebration of Sprit Dinners was a success.
Marcy and Cheryl exemplify the charism of the Notre Dame Sisters and the Sisters were honored to award both of them with the 2017 Friends of Notre Dame Volunteer Award for their dedicated service.
New Leadership Team commissioned
July 30, 2017
On Sunday, July 30, the Notre Dame Sisters Community gathered together in faith to commission each Sister to her ministry and to publicly acknowledge their gratitude to four Sisters who have served in the role of Provincial Leadership over the past four years.
They recognized Sr. Margaret Hickey, Sr. Margaret Proskovec, Sr. Joy Connealy, and remembered with gratitude Sr. Elaine Herold who gave service to the team for eight months until her untimely passing in 2014.
These leaders have been faithful to their call and to the mission and charism of the Notre Dame Sisters. They have led the Province through times of struggle and times of great joy. Their witness has both challenged and affirmed Sisters and Associates to live by the Notre Dame charism.
During the ceremony the new Provincial Leadership Team was also commissioned for the next four years. Sr. Margaret Hickey (middle) will resume her ministry as Provincial President, Sr. Joy Connealy (right) will continue her ministry on the team and Sr. Rita Ostry (left) joins them to replace Sr. Margaret Proskovec.
July 30, 2017
On Sunday, July 30, the Notre Dame Sisters Community gathered together in faith to commission each Sister to her ministry and to publicly acknowledge their gratitude to four Sisters who have served in the role of Provincial Leadership over the past four years.
They recognized Sr. Margaret Hickey, Sr. Margaret Proskovec, Sr. Joy Connealy, and remembered with gratitude Sr. Elaine Herold who gave service to the team for eight months until her untimely passing in 2014.
These leaders have been faithful to their call and to the mission and charism of the Notre Dame Sisters. They have led the Province through times of struggle and times of great joy. Their witness has both challenged and affirmed Sisters and Associates to live by the Notre Dame charism.
During the ceremony the new Provincial Leadership Team was also commissioned for the next four years. Sr. Margaret Hickey (middle) will resume her ministry as Provincial President, Sr. Joy Connealy (right) will continue her ministry on the team and Sr. Rita Ostry (left) joins them to replace Sr. Margaret Proskovec.
Sisters' participate in Omaha Gives! Campaign
May 10, 2017
We are proud to be participating in the 5th annual Omaha Gives! campaign ‐ a 24‐hour charitable challenge organized by the Omaha Community Foundation. The online giving event will take place on May 24, 2017 from midnight to midnight, or you can schedule your gift in advance. We need your help as we join over 800 local nonprofits to raise money together and compete for matching funds and bonus dollars. The more money we raise, the larger percentage of bonus dollars we will receive.
Will you please consider making a gift to us this year during the Omaha Gives! campaign? Because of donors like you, we were able to raise nearly $11,500 in 2016 and more than $42,000 to date from the campaign.
Each and every gift is important and truly makes a difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you and God bless!
May 10, 2017
We are proud to be participating in the 5th annual Omaha Gives! campaign ‐ a 24‐hour charitable challenge organized by the Omaha Community Foundation. The online giving event will take place on May 24, 2017 from midnight to midnight, or you can schedule your gift in advance. We need your help as we join over 800 local nonprofits to raise money together and compete for matching funds and bonus dollars. The more money we raise, the larger percentage of bonus dollars we will receive.
Will you please consider making a gift to us this year during the Omaha Gives! campaign? Because of donors like you, we were able to raise nearly $11,500 in 2016 and more than $42,000 to date from the campaign.
Each and every gift is important and truly makes a difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you and God bless!
Pork Dinner raises funds for Sister's Retirement Fund
April 24, 2017
The Sisters Annual Pork Dinner - Czech Style was held on Sunday, April 23, at St. Philip Neri Activity Center in Omaha. Attendees enjoyed a pork meal with dumpling and sauerkraut fixings along with Czech music by Tom Sladek and Nun Like Us. The Sisters, Associates and volunteers prepared 288 dozen kolaches, cinnamon rolls and various crafts, which were also sold at the event. More than $11,000 was raised throughout the day; proceeds will benefit the Sisters' Retirement Fund. The event was sponsored by the Mary Our Queen and St. Philip Neri Knights of Columbus and Parishes.
April 24, 2017
The Sisters Annual Pork Dinner - Czech Style was held on Sunday, April 23, at St. Philip Neri Activity Center in Omaha. Attendees enjoyed a pork meal with dumpling and sauerkraut fixings along with Czech music by Tom Sladek and Nun Like Us. The Sisters, Associates and volunteers prepared 288 dozen kolaches, cinnamon rolls and various crafts, which were also sold at the event. More than $11,000 was raised throughout the day; proceeds will benefit the Sisters' Retirement Fund. The event was sponsored by the Mary Our Queen and St. Philip Neri Knights of Columbus and Parishes.
Pancake Breakfast raises funds for Safe Homes
April 24, 2017
The Sisters' Annual Pancake Breakfast was held on Sunday, April 23, at St. Pius X Church in Omaha. The event raised $800 which will go toward the Sisters' Safe Homes Ministry helping people leaving domestic violence situations. The breakfast was sponsored by the St. Pius X Men's Club and Parish.
April 24, 2017
The Sisters' Annual Pancake Breakfast was held on Sunday, April 23, at St. Pius X Church in Omaha. The event raised $800 which will go toward the Sisters' Safe Homes Ministry helping people leaving domestic violence situations. The breakfast was sponsored by the St. Pius X Men's Club and Parish.
Celebration of Spirit Dinner raises $75,000 for Sisters' ministries
April 10, 2017
On Sunday, April 2, 300 people joined the Notre Dame Sisters at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Omaha for their annual gala with the theme of “Coming Home.” Guests enjoyed a social, silent auction and dinner provided by Eddie’s Catering. More than $75,000 was raised to help the Sisters’ in their ministries.
The Sisters honored Jo Williams with their Mother Qualberta Service Award. They also honored Rev. Fr. Thomas J. Merkel, S.J. as their Honorary Chair. Michael Lyon, KIOS-FM Morning Anchor, served as the emcee for the evening. Special guests in attendance included several members of the Notre Dame Housing Board of Directors, as well as Senator Mike McDonnell and Senator Justin Wayne.
The Notre Dame Sisters are celebrating their 100th anniversary in Omaha in 2017. Their mission is to accept from God the call to reach out to people with unmet needs, to nurture in them a conviction of God’s love that they may recognize their own gifts in and through their limitations and pain. The Sisters work to educate, inform, enlighten and advocate. They are teachers, nurses, chaplains, pastoral ministers and spiritual directors. They care for and work with the ill, infirmed, minorities, marginalized and those affected by poverty, violence and social disadvantage.
For more information about how you can help the Sisters in their ministries, please contact the Advancement Office at 402-455-2994 or email info@notredamesisters.org.
April 10, 2017
On Sunday, April 2, 300 people joined the Notre Dame Sisters at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Omaha for their annual gala with the theme of “Coming Home.” Guests enjoyed a social, silent auction and dinner provided by Eddie’s Catering. More than $75,000 was raised to help the Sisters’ in their ministries.
The Sisters honored Jo Williams with their Mother Qualberta Service Award. They also honored Rev. Fr. Thomas J. Merkel, S.J. as their Honorary Chair. Michael Lyon, KIOS-FM Morning Anchor, served as the emcee for the evening. Special guests in attendance included several members of the Notre Dame Housing Board of Directors, as well as Senator Mike McDonnell and Senator Justin Wayne.
The Notre Dame Sisters are celebrating their 100th anniversary in Omaha in 2017. Their mission is to accept from God the call to reach out to people with unmet needs, to nurture in them a conviction of God’s love that they may recognize their own gifts in and through their limitations and pain. The Sisters work to educate, inform, enlighten and advocate. They are teachers, nurses, chaplains, pastoral ministers and spiritual directors. They care for and work with the ill, infirmed, minorities, marginalized and those affected by poverty, violence and social disadvantage.
For more information about how you can help the Sisters in their ministries, please contact the Advancement Office at 402-455-2994 or email info@notredamesisters.org.
Sisters celebrate life with family & friends
November 7, 2016
Our Annual Memorial Mass and Liturgy of Remembrance was held on November 6, for friends and family of individuals who were enrolled into the Memorial Association during the past year. Nearly 100 guests and Sisters came together to remember loved ones who have gone before us. Afterward everyone enjoyed a lovely continental breakfast and fellowship.
November 7, 2016
Our Annual Memorial Mass and Liturgy of Remembrance was held on November 6, for friends and family of individuals who were enrolled into the Memorial Association during the past year. Nearly 100 guests and Sisters came together to remember loved ones who have gone before us. Afterward everyone enjoyed a lovely continental breakfast and fellowship.
Annual Community Luncheon raises funds and awareness
November 3, 2016
The 3rd Annual Community Luncheon was held on November 3, at the Omaha Field Club. The event featured keynote speaker Earl Redrick, local HUD Field Office Director and emcee Michael Lyon, KIOS-FM Morning Anchor.
Attendees learned about the growing need for affordable housing for older adults in Omaha and the thriving Notre Dame Housing community in the Florence neighborhood. In addition, nearly $10,000 was raised for Notre Dame Housing, Inc.
We thank everyone for their support, especially the Byron J. & Linda A. Stigge Foundation for sponsoring the event.
November 3, 2016
The 3rd Annual Community Luncheon was held on November 3, at the Omaha Field Club. The event featured keynote speaker Earl Redrick, local HUD Field Office Director and emcee Michael Lyon, KIOS-FM Morning Anchor.
Attendees learned about the growing need for affordable housing for older adults in Omaha and the thriving Notre Dame Housing community in the Florence neighborhood. In addition, nearly $10,000 was raised for Notre Dame Housing, Inc.
We thank everyone for their support, especially the Byron J. & Linda A. Stigge Foundation for sponsoring the event.
Hotel/Motel Training project receives $32,000
November 1, 2016
On Oct. 20, the Women's Fund of Omaha awarded $22,000 in grant funds to the Coalition on Human Trafficking - Notre Dame Sisters Hotel/Motel Training project. The funds will be used for training staff at local hotels and motels to recognize the signs for sex trafficking and respond through reporting. In addition, we also received $10,000 in bonus funds thanks to the generosity of TD Ameritrade.
November 1, 2016
On Oct. 20, the Women's Fund of Omaha awarded $22,000 in grant funds to the Coalition on Human Trafficking - Notre Dame Sisters Hotel/Motel Training project. The funds will be used for training staff at local hotels and motels to recognize the signs for sex trafficking and respond through reporting. In addition, we also received $10,000 in bonus funds thanks to the generosity of TD Ameritrade.
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