SND “Worldwide” refers to the international community of the Sisters of Notre Dame (SND), a Catholic religious congregation.
About Sisters of Notre Dame
SND stands for Sisters of Notre Dame, a Catholic women's religious congregation founded in 1850 by Hilligonde Wolbring and Elisabeth Kühling in Coesfeld, Germany.
The mission of “SND Worldwide” is to serve the poor, the marginalized, and the vulnerable, following the example of Jesus Christ and the values of the Sisters of Notre Dame. Their mission is rooted in their charism, which emphasizes:
- Education and empowerment
- Service to the poor and marginalized
- Spiritual growth and development
- Community and solidarity
SND “Worldwide” has a presence in over 20 countries worldwide, including:
- Africa (e.g., Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Uganda, South Africa)
- Asia (e.g., India, Japan, Philippines, China, Vietnam)
- Europe (e.g., Germany, Netherlands, UK)
- Americas (e.g., USA, Brazil, Peru, Nicaragua)
SND “Worldwide” sisters engage in various ministries, including:
- Education (schools, universities, literacy programs)
- Healthcare (hospitals, clinics, community health)
- Social justice (advocacy, community development, poverty reduction)
- Spiritual growth (retreats, pastoral care, spiritual direction)
- Promote Justice Peace and Integrity of Creation
Despite their diverse ministries and locations, SND “Worldwide” sisters are united by their:
- Shared charism and values
- Commitment to serving the poor and marginalized
- Dedication to community and solidarity
- Catholic faith and spirituality
Sisters of Notre Dame World Wide
- Arusha, Tanzania: http://notredametanzania.wordpress.com
- Canoas, RS Brazil: www.nd.org.br
- Passo Fundo, RS, Brazil: www.notredame.org.br
- Rome, Italy: www.nostrasignora.it
- Incheon, South Korea: www.notredame.or.kr
- https://sndusa.org/regions/#Chardon
- Patna, India: http://sistersofnotredamepatna.org/
- Bangalore Province, India: www.sndbangalore.org
