2010 - Dominican Sisters of Amityville - Development Office

A publication of the Dominican Sisters of Amityville, NYVol. 8, No. 3Fall 2010InsideLetter from 2the PrioressDominicans in ActionThe Opening Word Program:Resolving Language Barriers For Women in NeedDominican 3Young AdultsYoung Dominican 3Mission TeamsOur History: 4The Rebirth ofHistoric Rosary HallAnnouncing: 5The DominicanBusiness PartnershipIn Our 6Donors’ WordsWomen & Spirit 6Exhibit InfoGrants 6UpdateFounders’ 6Day CelebrationVeritas 7SocietyCalendar of Events 8Since its inception in 1991, The Opening Wordministry of the Dominican Sisters of Amityville hasprovided a new lease on life for countless women whoseneed for a knowledge of the English language had derailedtheir chances for self-improvement. The impact of thisprogram’s inspired mission can be measured by itsextraordinary growth. The original facility opened inWyandanch in 1991; a second facility was opened inAmityville in 1995; and a third facility, funded by anendowment, opened in 2007 in Huntington Station. Itseems fitting that The Opening Word is promotedprimarily by word of mouth.“Build it and they will come,” said Sister LenoreToscano, OP about the Huntington Station facilitywhen it opened in January 2007. How true, especiallywhen the Dominican Sisters of Amityville are doingthe building! Enrollments are ever increasing.The Opening Word’s unique approach to educationis reflected in its declaration, Our commitment is not toa course of study, but to the person. This individualized,non-competitive program is designed for each participant.The curriculum includes English as a second language,job readiness training, life skills and citizenship classes.The program’s philosophy states, “All people have a rightto education and information within the society ofwhich they are a part.” Indeed the end goal is that eachstudent becomes a productive member of society.At the end of theschool year, studentsfrom all three schoolscelebrate their successin Amityville at aSpring RecognitionCeremony. This happyoccasion is always wellattended.Additionally,Spring Recognition Ceremony, 2010 exceptional studentsAbove: S. Carolann Masone,OP (L) welcomes women tothe new facility at Queen ofthe Rosary Motherhouse inAmityville this autumn.Right: Sisters and staff ofThe Opening Word.have also received Outstanding Student awardsfrom the Suffolk Association for Adult ContinuingEducation (SAACE), which The Opening Wordbelongs to. Ana Alvarado won the award this year.Last year, 252 students ranging in age from17 to 69 and representing 27 different countries oforigin attended classes at The Opening Word. Thereare over 80 volunteers who assist the Sisters and laystaff. The ministry has a Board of Directors and isfunded by grants and the generosity of donors. Itstwo primary fundraisers are: an April Walk-a-Thon,“Walk the Path for Literacy;” and a November“Thanks-4-Giving Raffle.” There is also a monthlydonor program called Partners for Empowerment. Tolearn more about these events, please call S. LenoreToscano, OP at 631-643-0541 or 631-848-6502.These Dominicans in Action welcome your supportof this life-affirming ministry. Come join them!…and the preaching continues!

2Our PreachingFromthedeskofMary Hughes OPPrioressDear Friends,On September 22nd I was privileged to participate in theprivate ceremony for the Women & Spirit: Catholic Sistersin America exhibit as it opened on Ellis Island. Althoughthe exhibit space is smaller than that which was availablein the Smithsonian, the exhibit is wonderful. It captures the vision, the courage, andthe determination of the many Sisters who responded to the needs of the people theyserved. Archbishop Dolan was there to offer personal words and to actually cut theribbon. It is significant, I think, that in this space the lives of the immigrants and thelives of Catholic Sisters intersect, as they have so often done through the years. TheWomen & Spirit exhibit will be at the Ellis Island Museum until January 22. If youhave the opportunity, I would urge you to treat yourself to this historical exhibit.Another place that the lives of immigrants and the lives of our own Dominican Sistersintersect is in our Opening Word Program. With the vision of Sister Mary Ryan, theprogram opened in Wyandanch, aimed at furthering the education of women whowere economically poor. With the individual teaching and the encouragement ofSisters Mary Ryan and Sister Margaret Briody, the initial five students progressedtoward achieving their GED, the recognized alternate to a high school diploma. Asthe immigrant population of Long Island grew, so did the need. The Opening Worddeveloped a second site at our Motherhouse in Amityville and a third was recentlyopened at St. Hugh of Lincoln in Huntington Station. As the 20th anniversary of thiswonderful program approaches, The Opening Word population of students has grownfrom the initial five women to a current total of 220 women. The greatest need forthese women is English language instruction.In order to keep the student teacher ratio small, the program is staffed by many of ourSisters, including a number of retired Sisters who welcome the opportunity to keeptheir teaching skills in use. There are an additional 80 retired teachers, female andmale, who assist us in the work of educating the women who seek our assistance. Theprogram, now under the able direction of Sister Lenore Toscano, is entirely funded bygrants and donations. During the Spring Recognition Ceremonies, many of thewomen walk down the aisle with their babies and young children in hand. Over andover again they speak about how happy they are to be able to help their children withtheir homework and how proud they are to be able to speak with their children’steachers. Whole families are impacted by this educational opportunity.So if you hear anyone say, “The Sisters aren’t in teaching any more,” please tell themhow the teaching continues. These women of spirit, like the many others cited in thisnewsletter, continue to respond to the needs of the poor and the immigrants. They arefaithful to the mission that impelled us to come to this country in 1853.Thank you for the many ways in which you assist our Sisters in doing this importantwork. We are ever grateful for your support. Please know that you and those you loveare ever remembered in our prayer.Prayerfully and gratefully,Mary Hughes OPPrioressVol. 8, No. 3 Fall 2010The American Congregation of the Holy Cross,Dominican Sisters of Amityville, is a Congregationof more than 500 women religious. Our Motherhouseis in New York but our Sisters minister in six otherstates, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Weare a preaching/teaching Congregation always seekingcreative ways to minister in the present moment.Excerpt from the Vision Statementof the Dominican Sisters of AmityvilleWe Dominican women religiouscalled to be signs of joy and hope,commit ourselves to incarnating the Gospel,deepening our life of prayer, searching for Truth,discerning the needs of the Churchand ministering to the people of God.COUNCILPrioressMary Hughes OPAssistant PrioressElaine Jahrsdoerfer OPCouncilor for Ministry & StudyAlice Byrnes OPCouncilor for Stewardship & TreasurerTheresa Gallagher OPCouncilor for Common LifeJudith Golden OPCouncilor for Health & RetirementElizabeth McGarvey OPProvincial of Puerto RicoLuz Selenia Quinones OPOur Preaching is a publication of theDominican Sisters of Amityville.For information on articles in this issue or onany programs or events, please contact theDevelopment Office at 631-842-6000, ext. 269.DEVELOPMENT OFFICEDirector of DevelopmentPatricia Chambers Daly ext. 241pchambersdaly@amityop.orgDirector of Special ProjectsAnn Marie Ellingham ext. 238aellingham@amityop.orgDirector of Donor CommunicationCarol Hansen ext. 269chansen@amityop.orgDevelopment AssistantShalyrie Fields ext. 246sfields@amityop.orgDominican Sisters of Amityville555 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701-1197Website: www.dsaopdev.org

Dominican Young Adults Gather in ChicagoIn July, seventeen members of Dominican Young Adults, USAand four other members of the Dominican Family gathered atthe Cenacle Retreat Center in Chicago to set goals, plan eventsfor the upcoming year, share their love of the Dominican charism,pray together and just enjoy each other’s company. The theme was:“I am Under Obligation, That is Why I am Eager to Preach theGospel” (Rom 1:14-15).The gathering began with a commitment ceremony, duringwhich everyone present was invited to either commit for the firsttime or re-commit to DYA for one year. This gathering of youngadults, representing chapters throughout the United States, was achance for the group to discuss successes from the past two yearsand make suggestions for meeting the challenges associated withsuch a young organization.Originally, the DYA chapters were based around the collegesand universities, but many members have now graduated. Thegroup discussed ways to retain those members, while attractingyoung adults attending colleges/universities as well as youngadults from parishes and other venues. There is a need to developbetter formation materials for new members and chapters, andraise awareness of DYA in other places where the DominicanFamily is present. They also hope to establish national projectsthat would involve thesimultaneous participationof all local DYA chapters,promoting solidarity andunity in the organization.In true Dominicanfashion, the group prayed,discussed, and debatedthe tenets of restructuringthe DYA board, thenvoted on a new structure.Fall 20102010 DYA Board (from left): Kevin Sullivan,Sean Mundy, Allie Jeffs and Andrew Vivian.The new board consists of four young adults (above) mentored byfour Dominicans (Friars, Sisters, Associates, Laity, etc.)Overall, the weekend offered a valuable time to re-evaluatethe present workings of DYA, revitalize passion for Dominicancharism, and plant new and interesting seeds of thought that willhelp DYA grow and blossom in its mission to build the Kingdomof God. National Coordinator Andrew Vivian (Wisconsin)summed up the experience by saying, “The members showedcommitment and dedication by coming back in 2010 to look atthe strengths and weaknesses of the current system and, inmoving forward, have renewed hope for the future of DYA.”Young Dominican Mission Teams By Sister Gina Fleming, OPOh to dream… When some of the Dominican Young Adultscame to me and said, “Sister Gina, we want to take ourshow on the road. We want to tell other young people about ourDominican experience,” I was taken aback. I remember thinkingto myself, how would we ever make that happen? Well, I am afirm believer that if it is of God, anything is possible!So, during the first week of August, six young adults, allmembers of DYA USA, and I came together at the MercyhavenCenter in Brentwood to begin training for what we are calling“Young Dominican Mission Teams.” With the help of somewonderful women from the Dominican Sisters of Amityville,once again these young people were immersed in the foundationsof Dominican life.S. Diane Capuano, OP opened the week by asking the teamto contemplate, “Who is this man Dominic to me and why am Iso attracted to his message?” Later that day, S. Diane Morgan, OPaddressed the topic of Dominican mission focusing the team on thefact that, “You will be undertaking a ministry which is a part ofthe mission of the Order, but more importantly a ministry that ispart of the Church’s mission, the mission of Jesus.” The next day,S. Pat Duffy, OP came to speak about Dominican Spirituality. Aspreachers, she said, they need to “contemplate the Word, and letit soak into their very being. Then get out of the way and let Goddo the rest.”Finally, Suzanne Richards, a Dominican Associate, came togive the Team some tips on public speaking and group dynamics.This workshop allowed the preachers to really get a sense of theirstrengths, which they can build on, and weaknesses, which theycan work on.Our thanks go out to all who came to be with these youngpeople and assist them in their new venture. The team had theopportunity to visit the Amityville Motherhouse, where theyintroduced themselves to the retired Sisters and spent some timetelling them about their new ministry. Thirty-five Sisters cameto meet them and hear about this new program, as they sharedstories of their own years of ministry.With the financial support of the women’s congregations,these Mission Teams are prepared to go out to places across thecountry to provide a half-day Dominican Experience. Their targetaudiences will of course be young adults, but these experienceswill be open to everyone, including high school students,Associates, and vowed Dominicans in the area.These young adults have a message to bring to their audiences.They are on fire with the Dominican charism and want to spreadthat fire to others. Through the use of scripture, personal witnesstalks, music, and drama, they have worked hard creating a programthat will hopefully bring their message across. They don’t claim tobe scripture scholars, or know everything there is to know aboutDominican spirituality, but they have caught something and arecompelled to let others know about it!If you would like to schedule a presentation in your area,please contact me at domsis@aol.com.3

Our PreachingOur HistoryRosary HallHistoric Rosary Hall:Crown Jewel in Long Island’sDominican LandscapeThis Autumn, finishing touches are bringing to completiona two-year restoration project to historic Rosary Hall on theMotherhouse grounds in Amityville, NY. Its silent presence haswitnessed the growth of the Dominican Sisters of Amityville fornearly 134 years, and during the course of its own history, thestructure has weathered many storms including fire, hurricanesand water damage.The architecture of Rosary Hall is based on the Holy CrossConvent in Regensberg, Germany, homeland of the first fourDominican Sisters who arrived in Williamsburg, Brooklyn in1853. The Motherhouse and Novitiate were completed in 1876,after which the Motherhouse Complex grew to include a farm,outbuildings, orchards, theSisters’ cemetery and a grotto,erected in 1920, surrounded bytrees. The site is recognized asa New York State Historic Site,and was added to the NationalRegister of Historic Places in2007. Upon receiving theseSisters can share communal time inthis beautiful new gathering area.designations, which protectand preserve the future of theThis undated photo of Rosary Hall depicts an early chapter in its 134 year history.properties, upgrades and renovation began on Rosary Hall toaccommodate the needs of the retired Sisters who now reside there.Watching the project evolve at the capable hands of G. FazioConstruction, the phrase most often heard these past two yearshas been “labor of love.” Referencing descriptions of the originalexterior and interiors, this team of experts attended every detailwith reverence and dedication to the spirit of this great building—not only as a historic site, but as the Sisters’ home.The Sisters look forward to returning to their newly-upgradedresidence with additional Sisters who will be joining them there.Most of the work is done, but not everything: the Chapel remainsa work-in-progress while further upgrades are made. Those whoare interested in contributing to this project may contact theDevelopment Office at 631-842-6000 ext. 241.The History of Rosary Hall: A Timeline1875: The Sisters’ Amityville presence begins with a donationof 83 acres from Mr. Schlegel and Mother Seraphine’spurchase of the adjacent 19-ace farm “for a big convent.”1876: Mr. Schlegel’s small house (now Seraphina Cottage) isused as the first Novitiate. On April 20th, constructionbegins on the new Novitiate, Rosary Hall.1879: Dedication of the Chapel. Expanded facilities includeclassrooms for neighborhood children and the 120-boyand 60-girl orphans who live on the grounds.1880s: To accommodate the Sisters’ farm, several out buildingsare added, including a carriage barn, chicken houseand ice house (sometimes called the potato house.)1888: Tiny St. Dominic’s Chapel is built in the woods, on thewest side of Albany Avenue. It is later moved to itscurrent site, by the Sisters’ cemetery, in 1905.1913: Fire escapes are added to the Novitiate.1934: Autumn: End of farming.1941: A marble altar replaces the wooden “mensa.”1953: In preparation for the Congregation’s centenary, muralsand paintings are cleaned, and the sanctuary is carpeted.1965: Rosary Hall is renovated, modernized and made fireresistant.1970: Moveable altar installed.1970: Fire in the electrical wiring of the bell tower. Chapel isclosed until the following Spring.2007: Rosary Hall is granted “New York State Historic Site”and “National Register of Historic Places” status.2010: Completion of thorough two-year restoration project.4

Dominican Business Partnership:A Great Opportunity Just Got BetterFor several years, corporate sponsors have enjoyed the benefits of ourDominican Corporate Partners program. Last year, a Dominican SmallBusiness Partner program was added for smaller businesses. In responseto their growth, these former programs have now been combined as thenew Dominican Business Partnership.The purpose of the partnership is simple: To extend a mutuallyadvantageous giving opportunity to businesses by acknowledging theirsupport to the communities we share. No business is too large or toosmall to participate: major corporations, mid-size companies, smallbusinesses and sideline enterprises can each enjoy increased visibilityin these communities, as outlined below.Become part of a larger positive picture by supporting the Sistersin their ministries. To learn more, please contact Patricia ChambersDaly at 631-842-6000 ext 241 or Ann Marie Ellingham at ext. 238.The Benefits of PartnershipDominican Business Partners at all levels receive the following:Acknowledgement in all print and media materials for each of our annual events (theDominican Gala, the Spring Event and the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon) includinginvitations, flyers and Commemorative programs.Acknowledgement on our website www.dsaopdev.org and in the Developmentnewsletter Our Preaching, distributed three times a year to nearly 10,000 supportersof the Sisters—a benefit extended only to our Dominican Business Partners.Your company logo will be posted on our website with a link back to your businessor corporate website.Additional benefits accompany each of these Partnership levels:RECOGNITION ONLY PARTNERSHIPS CHAMPION $300Recognition as a Champion Partner in the commemorative programs of theDominican Gala, the Spring Event and the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon PIONEER $500Recognition as a Pioneer Partner in the commemorative programs of the annualDominican Gala, the Spring Event and the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon INVENTOR $1,500Recognition as an Inventor Partner in the commemorative programs of the annualDominican Gala, the Spring Event and the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon LEADER $2,500Recognition as a Leader Partner in the commemorative programs of the annualDominican Gala, the Spring Event and the Beauty of the Spirit LuncheonPREMIUM PARTNERSHIPS WITH EVENT PARTICIPATION ENTREPRENEUR $3,500Recognition at the Entrepreneur Partner Sponsorship level as well asfour (4) tickets to the Dominican Gala, the Dominican Spring Eventand the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon STRATEGIST $5,000Recognition at the Strategist Partner Sponsorship level as well assix (6) tickets to the Dominican Gala, the Dominican Spring Eventand the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon COLLABORATOR $7,500Recognition at the Collaborator Partner Sponsorship level as well aseight (8) tickets to the Dominican Gala, the Dominican Spring Eventand the Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon TRUSTEE $10,000Recognition at the Trustee Partner Sponsorship level as well asten (10) tickets to the Dominican Gala, the Dominican Spring Eventand the Beauty of the Spirit LuncheonAMBASSADORDominican Business Partners participating at levels higher than $10,000 will receiveadditional benefits and publicity.As prophetic witnesses in collaboration with others…we will be responsible members of the universe,we will promote the dignity of marginalized persons…With the world as our frontier, we are open to theSpirit working through all creationExcerpt from the Vision Statementof the Dominican Sisters of AmityvilleMission Statement of theDevelopment Office…creating Passion & Partnership for Mission.The ministry of Development embraces the missionof the Dominican Sisters of Amityville: to search fortruth, preach the Gospel and serve God’s people. Weinvite others to share in these efforts by becomingPartners in Mission. In this way our partners enableus, through our many ministries, to touch the lives ofthe most vulnerable. In addition, these partnershipsmake it possible for us to provide for those Sisterswho, by their lives of service, have sustained ourCongregation and its mission.Philosophy of theDevelopment OfficeWe are rich only through what we give,and poor only through what we refuse …Anne SwetchinThe activities of the Development Office are designedto assist the Congregation in fulfilling its commitmentto respond to the needs of the people of God. Weinvite others to partner with us and join in ourefforts to preach God’s Word. Our Developmentefforts enable the Congregation to be more effectivestewards of its resources. The Development Officehas as its main purpose the building of financialresources so as to enhance the viability and longevityof the Mission of the Congregation. The Ministryof Development is the conduit through which arelationship is established and nurtured with eachperson who invests in the Congregation.The goals of the Development Office are— to assist in planning for a viable future;Fall 2010 to research the needs of the Congregation andassist in identifying and soliciting funding sources; to coordinate fundraising projects that benefit theDominican Sisters of Amityville.The Ministry of Development focuses onthe belief that— everything we have is a gift from God and we arestewards of all we receive; Development is a vehicle that enables us to discernand respond to the needs of God’s people; as responsible stewards we have an obligation toprovide the highest level of trust, confidentialityand accountability to our donors.5

Our PreachingIn Our Donors’ WORDSDo you have fond memories of the Dominican Sisters of Amityville? Letters are published in Our Preaching as space permits.Remembering Yauco, Puerto RicoDear Sisters and Development Office Staff,I was so pleased to read about the Sisters who served inPuerto Rico. My aunt was the late Sister Catherine Aurelie, OP,who taught at Holy Rosary in Yauco from 1949 to 1957. Shedied in 1958 at the age of 44 or so. My first time at an airportwas to see her off in 1949. She had a significant influence onmy life.In 1973 I visited Yauco. A few of the Sisters who knew myaunt were still there at the time.Sincerely,Robert J. Armbruster(L-R): S. Eileen Marie Koehler,S. Regina Bernadette WesnofskeBeloved TeachersI viewed with interest the photo inyour recent publication showingSister Regina Marie Wesnofske andSister Eileen Marie Koehler seatedtogether on the occasion of their75th Anniversary since beingprofessed. Sister Eileen was my firstgrade teacher and Sister Regina wasmy fourth grade teacher. It is interesting that two of my eightgrammar school teachers appear in that photo. Those warriorswere tough stuff!Richard NerodWOMEN & SPIRIT: CATHOLIC SISTERS IN AMERICAVisit this wonderful exhibit at Ellis IslandSeptember 23, 2010 – January 22, 2011This traveling exhibition is about a group of independent women, many ofwhom emigrated from other lands, whose contributions to American historyare as unheralded as they are significant. Since first arriving in Americanearly 300 years ago, Sisters built schools, colleges, hospitals, orphanages,homeless shelters and many other enduring social institutions. As they cameto this country to assist fellow immigrants, Catholic Sisters played a vitalrole in extending social services, educational opportunities, and health careto people from many walks of life. Exhibit features rare artifacts, mediapresentations, and photographs from more than 400 communities whichhave been brought together for the first time.You can find more information about this exhibit at these websites:http://www.womenandspirit.org/http://www.ellisisland.org/genealogy/ellis_island_visiting.aspRecentGrantsThe Dominican Sisters of Amityville thank thesegenerous benefactors for their recent grants:The Frank J. Lewis Foundation awarded a $20,000grant to help fund stipends for retired Sisters whovolunteer as teachers with The Opening Word.The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)awarded $5,000 to the North Fork SpanishApostolate for participation in the ImmigrantHealth Access and Advocacy Collaborative.The RTS Family Foundation awarded a $50,000grant to Benincasa Family Services for the JOBCLUB at the Jamaica Neighborhood Center.Founders’ Day Celebration Honors aHistory Rich in Dominican CharismIn recognition of their 157 year history in the United States of America,the Dominican Sisters of Amityville celebrated Founders’ Day on Saturday,September 11, 2010 at Queen of the Rosary Motherhouse. When those firstfour Sisters arrived in Williamsburg, Brooklyn from Regensburg, Germany in1853, they could not have imagined the impact the future ministries of theirCongregation would have on so many! Always a happy occasion, this year’scelebration coincides with the 100th Anniversary of the Sisters’ presence inPuerto Rico. A colorful procession of banners launched this wonderful day.Founders’ Day began at St. Albert’s Chapel, with the celebration ofthe Liturgy and continued with festivities throughout the day.6

Dominican Sisters of AmityvilleTo PraiseTo BlessTo PreachCongregation of the Holy CrossDominican Sisters of AmityvilleGood Questions Deserve Good Answers:Why a Charitable Gift Annuity? Why Now?S. Gina Fleming, OP (standing, center),celebrates birthdays with retired Sistersin Carlin Hall.Membersof the Veritas SocietyAnonymousHelen M. BingertElisabeth V. Bohnert †Mr. & Mrs. Gregory M. BouleyEmilie CerarPatricia ChapelMaureen G. CollinsDeacon Tony CuseoPatricia Chambers DalyRev. John J. FitzgeraldFloramay GannonMargaret C. GehnrichMarie DeSantis GragnanielloRev. Martin J. HallMs. Carol J. HansenCynthia M. Johnson †Claire B. JosephJoseph LevonasAngela MinsavitchDiane MuzioRichard C. NerodLester J. † & Frances M. PoggioliHoward & Antoni ShannonJoseph F. SteinRita E. StufanoMarie StufanoMary J. VerrallMarie WahnAs our donors focus on their year-end gift givingconsiderations, the Development Office hasbeen receiving questions about Charitable GiftAnnuities. CGAs continue to be very attractivePlanned Giving vehicles since they benefit thedonor as well as the not-for-profit organization.Why are Charitable Gift Annuities a goodinvestment now more than ever?During these challenging economic times,people are asking their financial advisors to finda way to get a better return on their investments.Money markets, CD’s and highly rated bonds,which are considered very safe investments, arereturning historically low rates. By comparison,a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) can be amuch more rewarding investment.What about a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA)with the Dominican Sisters of Amityville?By partnering with the Sisters in their mission toserve those most in need, you can actually dosomething for yourself and improve the returnyou receive on your investment. The DominicanSisters of Amityville offer CGAs through theVeritas Society, their Planned Givingprogram. These CGAs offer rates that are quiteBuild your Legacy of Truth ~ Become a Member of the Veritas SocietyYes, I want to become a member of the Veritas Society. Please contact me regarding:❑Bequest ❑Charitable Gift Annuity ❑Gifting Appreciated Stock ❑IRA Gifting ❑Life InsuranceNameAddresscompetitive, with benefits and features thatsafeguard against a fluctuating economy:• When you make a gift of $10,000 or more toa CGA in your name, a portion of your gift istax deductible.• If you contribute appreciated stock to openthe CGA you also avoid capital gains tax.• A portion of your annual CGA income is taxfree for several years after the creation of theCGA.• The income you receive is guaranteed for lifeeven if rates are lowered.• The remainder of your annuity will be yourLegacy of Truth, helping the Sisters continuetheir mission into the future.What are the typical rates of return?For someone 71 years of age the rate is 5.9%, at75 years of age the rate is 6.4% and at 80 yearsof age the rate is 7.2%. CGAs may also bewritten on two lives as a joint CGA policy.There are many good reasons to opt for a CGA.For further information or questions please callPatricia Chambers Daly at 516-456-7452 oremail at pchambersdaly@amityop.org.Our legal title is Sisters of the Order of St. Dominic, Amityville, NYCityState Zip Phone Email7

NON-PROFIT ORG.U.S.POSTAGEPAIDST. MEINRAD, INPERMIT NO. 16Dominican Sisters of AmityvilleDevelopment Office555 Albany Avenue • Amityville, NY 11701We gratefully acknowledge ourDominican Business PartnersThe Donald & Barbara ZuckerFamily FoundationThe Koehler OrganizationWaldorf & AssociatesG. Fazio Construction Co., Inc.Farrell Fritz, PCChem RXPinnacle Associates ~ Christine AckertThe Dominican Business Partnership isa collective of businesses that promote ourministries by supporting these events: theDominican Gala, the Spring Event and theBeauty of the Spirit Luncheon.Our Preaching is printed using soy-based inks.G I V I N GO P P O R T U N I T I E SNEW! Dominican Business PartnershipWe are excited to announce our newDominican Business Partnership program,which streamlines the advantages of both theformer Dominican Corporate Partners andthe Dominican Small Business Partners intoa single revitalized program. The Partnershippromotes businesses of all sizes with tieredparticipation levels that accomodate everyfinancial plan. Enjoy increased visibility inthe communities we share, with recognitionon all our print materials and at all ourDevelopment events. For more information,please call the Development Office at (631)842-6000, ext. 241. See page 5 of this issue.Calendar of Development EventsSave The Date:Dominican Gala Friday, October 29, 2010Garden City Hotel, Garden City, NYIrish Night Saturday, March 19, 2011St. Brigid’s School Hall, Westbury, NYSpring Event 2011 John Cleary Volunteer Award PresentationTo be announcedBeauty of the Spirit Luncheon Friday, June 11, 2011Queen of the Rosary Motherhouse, Amityville, NYHelp Us Build ConnectionsDo you have friends or family members who would like to receive this newsletter? If so, please fill in their name and address below andmail this coupon to: Carol Hansen, Development Office, Sisters of St. Dominic, 555 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. Thank you.Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Address_________________________________________ City ______________________________ State ______ Zip _______________