PSA-9010-2 #9 CRM - Dominican Sisters of Peace

Sisters’ Ministry Fund
Enabling the Work of 16 Supported Ministries
and 340 Sisters’ Ministries
The founding congregations of the Dominican Sisters of Peace established more than 33 institutions that
continue to operate today, some of which are financially independent and others of which continue to be supported
by the Dominican Sisters of Peace. Currently, 160 Dominican Sisters of Peace and numerous Associates
of the congregation serve in these institutions. An additional 137 Sisters serve in parish or other diocesan ministries,
16 serve in other nonprofit organizations, 27 minister in public sector (government) positions, and one
ministers in the private sector. Almost 300 Sisters volunteer with our own institutions and countless others. Your
contributions to the Sisters’ Ministry Fund enable the continued ministry of our Sisters in all these areas.
Education
Traditionally, Dominicans have spread the Good News through education for all ages. From preschool
children to adults, in grade schools and high schools, in colleges and universities, many students have experienced
the Sisters’ dedication to learning and their providing hope and enlightenment through an ongoing
pursuit of Truth.
Contemporary Expressions
Sr. Mary Catherine Hilkert, OP
Professor of Theology, University of Notre Dame
South Bend, Indiana
Sr. Mary Catherine Hilkert brings her strong
Dominican identity to bear in her research and
work with both undergraduate and graduate students
as theology professor and director of the
Master of Theological Studies program at Notre
Dame University. Specializing in contemporary
systematic theology, she has particular interest in
theological anthropology, feminist theology, and
theologies of preaching. She is currently working
on a second book on theology and preaching titled
Words of Spirit and Life, based on her recent
Lyman Beecher Lectures at Yale University.
Founded Ministries
Albertus Magnus College (New Haven, CT)
A coeducational liberal arts college serving traditional &
nontraditional students
Founded in 1924 • www.albertus.edu
Ohio Dominican University (Columbus, OH)
A coeducational liberal arts university offering undergraduate &
graduate degrees
Founded in 1911 • www.ohiodominican.edu
St. Catharine College (St. Catharine, KY)
A liberal arts college offering associate & undergraduate programs
Founded in 1931 • www.sccky.edu
Dominican Academy (New York, NY)
A Catholic college preparatory high school for girls
Founded in 1897 • www.dominicanacademy.org
Our Lady of the Elms School (Akron, OH)
A coeducational preschool/kindergarten and an all girls
elementary, middle, & high school
Founded in 1923 • www.theelms.org
St. Agnes Academy‐St. Dominic School (Memphis, TN)
A coeducational, ecumenical Catholic school serving grades pre‐K
through 12
Founded in 1851 • www.saa‐sds.org
St. Mary’s Dominican High School (New Orleans, LA)
A five‐year Catholic college preparatory high school for girls
Founded in 1861 • www.stmarysdominican.org
Rosary Academy Learning Center (Watertown, MA)
A fully accredited early childcare and preschool program
Founded in 1981 • www.rosaryacademy.net
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