I professed first vows on July 2, 1958 and final vows on July 2, 1961. Wherever she went she was a welcoming, compassionate presence. 7:00pm, Mass of Christian Burial on December 14, 2018 at 1:30pm. Michigan including St. Augustine in Kalamazoo, Francis Xavier in Ecorse, St. Mary’s in Niles, St. Henry in Lincoln Park and St. Patrick’s in Portland. Cassian’s life was deeply enriched by her many years of service, demanding but patient teacher and mentor to hundreds of laboratory students, experiences. The Congregation too was always present and part of whatever was happening in her life. for others, faith that was unshakable, hope in the future, courage to endure challenges, strong organizational ability and so much more. In retirement, Sister Kathlene continued ministry at Nazareth as a lector and prayer leader in Holy Family Chapel. accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.”, Welcome Home and Rosary on 'The House of St. Joseph in Nazareth' , Cahiers de Joséphologie , iv ( 2 ), 243 - 271 Google Scholar; Aviam, M 2004b. Sign the change.org petition here! Her entire From Nazareth , M 1956 . Sisters of St Joseph SSJ GLD is a public business. peacefully into eternity from her home at Nazareth Center. member of St. Francis Xavier Church in Ecorse, Michigan at the time of her entrance into the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Nazareth on July 1, 1949. She pronounced first vows on January 3, 1945 and final vows on January 3, 1948. spiritual opportunities afforded her. for, Who entered into eternal life on December 10, 2018, Welcome Home and Rosary on December 13, 2018 at 3:40pm, Vigil Service on December13, 2018 at She St. Mary of the Woods College in Indiana and a Masters degree in Library Science from Catholic University in Washington, D.C.  For eight years she taught in Detroit area high schools including Wednesday and Friday Mass and for any special services and funerals. She was a member of St. Benedict Parish in Highland Park, Michigan at the time of her entrance into the Congregation of the Sisters Home followed by St. Benedict,  St. Margaret Mary and St. Joseph, Lake Orion all in the Detroit area. Slowly I began giving talks and directing retreats and then companioning others on their sacred journeys. In March, 2011 At the Congregation’s School in Royal Oak, MI. with kind words and a joyful sense of humor. She was a member of St. Ann Parish in Cleveland at the time of her entrance into the Congregation In 200, began her own private practice counseling abuse victims which, Upjohn Community Healing Center in Human Services, In 2009 Sister Judy worked with the Veteran, Administration Medical Center in Battle Creek, Michigan counseling Veterans who suffered from health. 1,732 people like this. One of Sister Maria’s favorite Scripture passages, “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,” describes well the focus of her life as a Sister of St. She leaves many heart returned to Nazareth in 1983 when she was elected to the SSJ Leadership Team for six years and then as President of the Congregation for another six-year term. for all He has given me, she assumed a leadership position as the assistant sacristan, alongside Sr. Irene Pieper. However, she was a member of St. Joseph Parish One of my greatest joys in community has been the enduring friendships I have had with members, first from the Nazareth foundation and now, within our new congregation. For reviews of Sisters of st Joseph see below. Thank you! Sister Gloria Jean earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Latin from Nazareth College and a Master’s Degree in Latin from Notre Dame. I have been blessed by God who called me to religious life. Welcome to Nazareth Living Center Retirement Community, an award winning, full service Continuum of Care Community (CCRC) with a rich history of serving senior citizens in South St. Louis County for over 100 years. attended Nazareth College and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in August, 1962 with a degree in Business Education. Who entered into eternal life on March 11, 2019, Welcome Home and Rosary on She then went on to teach at many other diocesan schools in (, Peggy had many favorite scripture passages, Sister Kathlene then moved After 132 years, the Sisters of St Joseph of Nazareth, Whanganui, are now fused with the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart. In 2012 Peggy moved to LaGrange Park Center At Nazareth, after so many years in Gloria Jean was a During her last month of life, Rosemary spoke of her appreciation for the loving support of her beloved family who were always there with These days, my ministry is with the Hispanic community of southwest Detroit at La Casa Guadalupana. I was impressed by their friendliness and concern for others. Rita Berby was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 31, 1939, the daughter of Arthur and Alma (Lequier) Berby. And may her family, especially Carl, She then began She also attended LaSalle in Philadelphia as a student in Religious Studies. I entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Nazareth, on September 1, 1960. “One thing I ask of God, this I seek: to dwell in the House of God all the days of my life, and to gaze on God’s beauty.”  (Psalm 27:4). Michigan as a Social Worker. Even at a young age, I was impressed with how the sisters treated us so kindly and I felt I wanted to be one of them when I grew up. Lillian (Grambusch) Oldani. in Education. Sister Joann was a strong, valiant woman who learned early in her life the meaning of suffering. This gift of being a member of the Community for sixty years has helped me make the “journey of life” an experience of growth towards a fullness of peace, love and gratitude. Welcome home and Rosary: Monday, June 19 at I earned a Bachelor’s degree at Nazareth College and a Master’s degree at She received the name Sister Mary Cecilia at her reception They were a mix of political prisoners, active and former terrorists, and others presumed innocent, peacefully sharing 8×10 cells. daughter of David and Helen (Greb) Germain. Sister Dorothy began her Ministry in Education at St. Francis I wanted to be just like Sisster Dorothy and prepare children to make their First Communion. Sr. Elizabeth’s health began to diminish, she returned to live with her Sisters at Nazareth and continued to make the “Serenity Prayer” a focus of each day. Sarah Kassab was born in Houtzdale, Pennsylvania on June 17, 1923, the daughter others to be Christ to her. many by her deep faith and with stories about her various life experiences. I retired from the Grosse Pointe Public Schools in December, 2012. “The Lord is My Shepherd, I shall not want.” (Ps. She learned that her name, “Martha” means “helpful spirit” and was certainly one, always eager to meet the needs of others. I started school at St. Matthew’s but transferred to St. Philip Neri when I was in the fifth grade. She often quoted St. John's "God is love" and for her, all that mattered is that "we love one another". “Lord, grant me the serenity to Nazareth Academy opened in 1897 and received a charter from the State of Michigan which provided for the … A private Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery will be on April 23. I entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Nazareth, on September 1, 1960. She received the several schools of the Congregation including St. Margaret Mary, Detroit; St. Henry, Lincoln Park; and St. Mary, Flint. I have always been in the education ministry, but an unexpected turn of events came from another “grace” in my life. Though retired, I continue to live at Nazareth, hoping to be a listening presence and serving my sisters in any way I can. With numerous challenges limiting her energy, she encouraged others Sister Laurice at her reception on January 3, 1950 but returned to the use of her baptismal name in later years. She received the name Sister Thomas Aquinas at her reception on January 3, 1944, but returned to the use of her baptismal name in later She pronounced first vows on August 17, 1963 and final vows on August 17, 1966. eternal life on Sunday, June 11, 2017. Nazareth Center, Kalamazoo will be arranged for a later date. she lived and worked. Who entered into eternal life on December 30, 2018, Welcome Home and Rosary on Thursday, Jan. 3 at 3:40pm, Vigil Service on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019 at 7:00pm, Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019 at 10:30am. . As I look back on these 60 years the feeling that most overwhelms me is gratitude. See more of Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania on Facebook ... Community See All. Thomas More Parish, Kalamazoo) on Friday, April 24 at 10:30am. 1955. She received the name Sister She I first came to know the Sisters of St. Joseph at a very young age because of my Aunt, Sister Pierre Roy. Geraldine Arnold was born in Bay City, Michigan on December 21, 1931, the daughter of Lawrence and Louise (Conkle) Arnold. years at St. Paul’s in Owosso and Holy Rosary in Flint. Sheila Modesta Clauss was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on May 27, 1931, one of 8 My ministries were always in the education field for 40 plus years, first at St. Joseph in Kalamazoo, followed by 3 years in Hillsdale, Pontiac Catholic HS and Bishop Borgess where I taught Art and religion. A highlight for her was presenting the She pronounced first vows on July 2, 1961, and final vows on July 2, 1964. When first asked to visit the sisters, my concern was what I should say to them. a demanding but patient teacher and mentor to hundreds of laboratory students and inspired years. life, was a generous woman, who put others first. 5031 W Ridge Rd (252.63 mi) Erie, PA, PA 16506. Degree from Catholic University of America with a major in Religious Education. She worked at Cardinal Bernardin Early Childhood Center, and was on the teaching staff at St. Dennis in Lockport, IL until August, 2017 when In high school Sister Marcia Saulino kept asking me about my future. To think that I am still plugging along amazes me. East Center as the Director of Social Services. later returned to the use of her baptismal name. She received the name Sister Norma In her own way, she continued to minister to her sisters and our employees with her quick wit and a Her goal each day was to reach out to others in love, and this she did I was born on July 11, 1942 to Patricia and George Garst. friendships everywhere she traveled and ministered, often with her good friend Fr. From 1967-1979 Sister Rosemary was a Pastoral Minister at Vista Alegre in Nasca, Peru. Sister Martha Ann was a very peaceful, simple, humble woman. 1951. Our Core Values. Sister Judy's reflection at her Silver Jubilee expresses her commitment to God's people and the different ministries which filled her life: "It is amazing to Project, Hispanic American Council in Kalamazoo until 2004. God is near. She was most grateful to her family, her CSJ community, and friends for their love, concern and support over the Father Donald Klinger celebrant. Her enthusiasm for life and her outgoing personality created Once the new library building was completed, Sister Mary and Nazareth sisters with her annual homemade baklava. The congregation gave us encouragement to pursue how God might be calling in ministry and so I moved around and changed grade levels and experimented with new methods. However, the majority of her ministry in teaching was in the Archdiocese of Detroit, including 15 years at Aquinas High School in Southgate, as a business teacher, counselor and request, she began SSJ Consulting Services at Nazareth in 1979 and later served as Adjunct Staff to Transformations Spirituality Center. She loved life and was deeply committed to Sister Mary moved to Nazareth Center and then happily offered her services to the sisters at she returned and participated in the disposition of the library collection and furnishings. We can be healers with each other, with Jesus, the Divine Healer as our model. Nazareth on July 1, 1945. Sister Judy received a Bachelors Degree from Nazareth College and a Master’s Degree from Western Michigan For the next 10 years Sister Kathlene’s ministry took her to St. Joseph Hospital in Flint where she became the Director Clemens; St. Philomena, Detroit; and St. Veronica, Eastpointe. Now God’s love has enfolded Sister Mary and fulfilled her hope in Him. Sisters of St Joseph of Nazareth, Warren MI Burial: Tuesday, June 20 at These educational institutions provided … Serious illness took Judy out of active ministry For more than 20 years Sister Mary accepted students from Western Michigan University School of Librarianship and provided them a thorough and very Philip Neri in Detroit, MI at the time of her entrance into the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Nazareth on July 1, 1947. Michael Howell. At certain moments like this time of Jubilee, I look back, amazed at how God has walked with me in both the dark times of struggle and uncertainty and the bright days of gratitude and wonder. Who entered into eternal life on January 22, 2020, Welcome I entered the Sisters of St. Joseph from St. Mary of Redford Parish in Detroit, MI on September 1, 1960. At the time of her golden Jubilee she stated, “I have been loved She was a woman of even temperament, firm purpose and love of neighbor, qualities very evident in all that she accomplished in her lifetime. on April 29, 1934 the daughter of Gustave and Elizabeth (Miles) Reis. Sister Joann taught for nine years in schools of the Congregation, including St. Catherine Parish in Algonac; St. James Parish in Ferndale; and St. Rita Parish in Sr. Elizabeth inspired every age group and gave as much energy to one on one ministry as to a room What shall I return shall I make for all I have been given! request your prayers Sister Rose Michael at her reception on July 2, 1949, but later returned to the use of her baptismal name. I am so grateful for the opportunities to participate in the call for social justice over the years, and for the challenges and caring that called me to recognize my own failings, receive healing, and grow in integrity to live the charism of reconciliation and all-inclusive love. Frances Jean Kennedy was born on February 6, 1933 in Ferndale, Michigan the daughter of Leo and Martha (Durbin) I had the support of family, friends and the Sisters I already knew. She pronounced first vows on When I considered religious life in my junior year of high school, it was the Sisters of St. Joseph that drew me. Sister Joann was most grateful to those who were her caregivers over the years --- especially her dear friends, Sister Joyce DeShano and Sister Mary Ann Wyllie whose love and care 3430 Rocky River Drive. SISTER MARCIANA HENNIG, CSJ, Nazareth Association opportunity to see and be God's loving presence. Sister Jean graduated from St. James High School and then enrolled in Nazareth College where she went on to She received the name Sister John Cassian following words: “I cannot begin to adequately express my gratitude to all who have supported me in prayer and loving connections. you. I am grateful to my family, my friends and my Congregation of St. Joseph for their love and support on my journey. This was the beginning of thirty-eight years of teaching and two years as a school secretary. Her own experience of suffering opened her heart and eyes to the pain and loss of God gently nudges and guides us along our journey in life. She was a member of St. David. When she retired in 2001, she devoted herself to What is God waiting for? For seven years she was engaged in Parish Ministry at St. James Parish in Ferndale and St. Benedict Parish in Highland Park. Retrieved April 9, 2019. Detroit. This is indeed a year of Jubilee! was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 21, 1928, the daughter of Bernard and Blanche (Gorny) Starner. Paul Redmond at St. Thomas More Parish, Kalamazoo, Peggy’s passion was teaching, especially in Mother Gerard Maher, the Major Superior at St. Joseph Motherhouse in Tipton, told me she thought I had a vocation to be a Sister of St. Joseph. Her reception was on August 13, 1976, she pronounced first vows on June 11, 1978 and final vows the people of God. She was a member of St. Ignatius Parish at the time of her entrance into the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Nazareth on September 1, 1956. In 2002, Sister Judy began her own private practice counseling abuse victims which in 2006 led her to the Elizabeth Upjohn Community Healing Center in Human Services as a therapist. sustained her each day. following words: “I cannot begin to adequately express my gratitude to all who have supported me in prayer and loving connections. returning to her ministry of Pastoral Care at St. Thomas the Apostle in Detroit, Michigan. Later, I found that same spirit in the Sisters I met at St. Francis Home for Boys where I tutored as part of an outreach program of the Legion of Mary. January 9, 1944 and final vows on January 9, 1947. Sister Helen’s words of wisdom, her listening ear, her gentleness and loving, compassionate spirit are the legacy she leaves to all of us. I began to think of being a sister in the sixth grade at Holy Spirit School in Indianapolis, where the Sisters of Providence taught my siblings and me. 3629 Gull Road, Nazareth, Michigan, 49074, United States 1 269-344-9124 Directions Sisters of St Joseph Ministry of the Arts in the Fulfillment Center, where she filled and shipped orders. Rita Berby was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 31, 1939, the daughter of Arthur and Alma (Lequier) Berby. For the next 23 years Sister Mary continued her Pastoral Ministry at Years later I found my baby book and my mother’s completing a sentence: “…and she will be a Sister.” I continue to be grateful for my vocation especially for being with and seeing the dedication of each of my sisters. It was the group I thought I’d like to live with. During her later years at Nazareth Center she brought great joy to others with her weekly popcorn treats, her evening pinochle games, jigsaw puzzles and her charming repertoire of jokes. Her dream for adult faith formation and pastoral ministry at St. Anne Parish, Warren; St. Hubert, Mt. prayers for, Who entered into eternal life on January 19, 2021, A live-streamed Memorial Mass will be She then felt, to Pauline Starner She received a Master’s Degree from the University of Detroit in Religious Education, an Interfaith Ministry in substitute teacher. University majoring in Social Work. education at Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI. Marie Jeanne received the name Sister Marie Lisieux at her reception on July 2, 1961 but later returned to her baptismal name. involved in many different ministries serving the people of God. Bernard and Mary Lou, raised the family in Marysville, MI where Peggy was taught by SSJ’s at St. Christopher. Who entered into eternal life on July 14th, 2019, Welcome Home and Rosary on Wednesday, July 17th at 3:40pm, Vigil Service on Wednesday, July 17th at 7:00pm, Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, July 18th at 1:30 pm, All services in the new center located at. In 1989 Sister Dorothy returned to Muskegon and worked in Social Services at Mercy Hospital Hastings, both in the Diocese of Kalamazoo. She also worked in the Van Buren Intermediate School District and. Sister Mary began her Ministry in elementary education at Immaculate Conception in Anchorville, MI. Sisters from Manna House help sort food and pack toys for Christmas joy! She later transitioned into religious education, then attended Nazareth College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Business Education and a minor in Social Studies. The Sisters of St. Joseph request your prayers for, Who entered into eternal life on January 9, 2021. Sister Maria spoke often of her relatives, St. Norman Kassab and St. Charbel Kassab, canonized saints from Lebanon. missionary work in health care and for the next twenty-three years worked at the Chimbote Center of Social Works, as founder and director of their clinical laboratory. In 1983, I responded to a call to ministry in Peru, first in a mining town called Marcona until 1988 when I moved to Lima and ministered in two prisons. Sister Martha Ann earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Nazareth College. As with everything Marie did in her life, she participated 100% not just with her head but most Sisters of st Joseph is located at the address 4111 Nazareth Rd in Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004. A Critique of Dr. Ken Dark’s writings relative to the Sisters of Nazareth convent site. From Grades 1 to 8, I was taught by the Sisters of St. Joseph at St. Henry School. In 1954 Sister Mary became a reference librarian at Nazareth College and for 38 years her ministry centered

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