Ave, Ave Maria!IN THIS ISSUE

1 Ave, Ave Maria!1 Letter from the Director2 News and Events2 In Memoriam2 Meet Sister Elizabeth Ann McFadden3 May Procession Memories3 In Praise of Our Teachers3 Donor Highlights4 Planned Giving4 Address Updates4 New Website Launch

Letter from the Director

For those who remember

with fondness the May

Processions of our past, the

article and accompanying

pictures on this page and on

page 3 will bring back many

happy memories. Please do take the time to read the

comments from some of those inducted into our

St. Julie Billiart Heritage Society and Françoise Blin

de Bourdon Lifetime Giving Society during our

May 15 event. I’m sure you will agree that they reflect

all of our feelings towards the Sisters of Notre Dame

de Namur.

Our featured donor in this edition is a very

strong supporter of the Sisters. Cheryl Brown

was educated by the Sisters from kindergarten at

St. Martin through her senior year of high school at

the Academy of Notre Dame, K Street, Washington,

D.C. She continues to be involved in Notre Dame

traditions through her ongoing service to the Alumnae

Association and generous support of our Sisters.

I hope you enjoy the News and Events section; we

try to share current, recent past and future events.

Please let me know of any you wish to have listed!

Also note that there is a new column on Planned

Giving on the back page. Carrie Martin will be

providing ongoing information to you via the

Endeavor and our website; please do not hesitate to

contact us with any questions you may have.

Since you should be receiving this as summer gets

off to its official start we wish you a safe and happy

summer, one that will provide you time for relaxing

and enjoying friends and family. As always, we thank

you for your special friendship and support of the

Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.

Marion M. Connolly Tri-Province Director of Development

email: marion.connolly@sndden.org410 486 7285

Dear friends,

Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Tri-Province Development Program | P.O. Box 157 | 1531 Greenspring Valley Road | Stevenson, MD 21153 | 410 486 7285 | www.snddentriprov.org

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Summer 2011 | A publication for friends and supporters of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Tri-Province Development Program

The weather for the week of May 9 was beautiful; the forecast for Sunday, May 15, was far from that. By some reports, it would be a day with a 70% chance of rain. But once again, the prayers of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur prevailed. The rain never appeared; there was a delightful breeze and the May Procession and reception went on … The invitation pictured a May Procession circa 1958 at Villa Julie—complete with a May Queen and all her attendants, including pages! It was sent to those in the greater Baltimore/Washington area who are “special friends” in many ways to the Sisters.

The afternoon included familiar May Procession hymns, including “On This Day, O Beautiful Mother,” “Immaculate Mary” and “Hail Holy Queen Enthroned Above.” Sr. Marian Shelledy provided beautiful musical accompaniment. A recitation of a decade of the rosary was led by Sr. Bernadette Glodek. The Procession followed; the traditional crowning with flowers was carried out by Carrie Martin, Development Associate, while

“Bring Flowers of the Rarest” was sung.

Members of the St. Julie Billiart Heritage Society and the Françoise Blin de Bourdon Lifetime Giving Society were welcomed by Sr. May Teresa Day, co-chair of the Tri-Province Development Board, and given their respective medals. Each of the honorees then took the opportunity to speak; all praised the Sisters and the great impact they have had on their lives.

A reception followed, giving everyone an opportunity to further share fond memories of the positive influence the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur have had on the lives of those gathered.

Top, the group sings traditional May Procession hymns; middle, Carrie Martin crowns the statue of Mary; bottom, celebrants process to the ceremony at the statue. Below, a photo taken at Villa Julie in 1958 graced the front of the May Procession invitation.

A number of friends of the Sisters shared their memories of May Processions past. Writes Jack Jarboe, “When I was a student at St. Francis Xavier Elementary in Washington, D.C. they would block off Pennsylvania Ave, so that the May Queen and all the children attending SFX marched past the Church and school. I still remember my cousin Betty being the May Queen in 1954. I also recall, fondly, Sister Christine getting my first grade class ready for the May Procession in 1950.”

For more May Procession photos, see page 3.

“As I grow older, I really treasure NDA even more. There are so many fine ladies that have gone before me and I truly hope the young ones will get a spark.”

– Dolores Marinaccio, ’56, Notre Dame Academy, K Street

News and Events | Silver Spring, Md. and Avalon, N.J.

Above, Notre Dame Academy (K Street), Washington, D.C. Class of 1961

In Memoriam †

Sister Patricia McNamara, SND

February 24, 1922–December 31, 2010

ASister Marie William Scattergood, SND

August 10, 1921–March 19, 2011

The Annual Notre Dame Academy Alumnae (K Street) Reunion Mass and Luncheon occurred on Saturday, April 2 in Silver Spring, Md. Alumnae from as far away as the Bahamas attended.

The 50th Reunion Class, pictured above, had classmates come from South Carolina, Michigan, West Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Mexico. Some hadn’t been together since graduation!

The oldest alumna to attend was Isabelle Naughten O’Hearn, who graduated in 1932. As you can see from the picture to the left she looks great and stays on the go!

During the luncheon a class ring, still looking shiny and new, was brought by an alumna and passed around for all to admire and reminisce.

Over 200 people attended this year’s gathering, including some from the ’80s who vowed to share what a great time they had with their classmates and to ask them to join the group next year. The 2012 event will be held on April 21; those classes whose graduation date ended in a “2” or

“7” will be the special reunion classes. For further information, please contact Rita Lawrence McLaughlin ’64 at the644club@verizon.net.

We have some great news to share! SOAR! (Support

Our Aging Religious) will be providing an emergency

funding grant of up to $25,000 to assist Sr. Margaret

“Peg” Geary. This is a result of seeing the story of

Sr. Peg, (her weekend spent in the elevator) on CNN.

Sr. Kathleen Lunsmann, IHM, President of SOAR!,

commented on the “grace with which you handled

this” to Sr. Peg when they met. Traditionally, one

congregation is chosen to receive a public grant

award (complete with an oversized check) at their

annual dinner. This year’s event will be on November 4, 2011, and will be held

at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on Constitution Avenue in Washington,

D.C. Sr. Kathleen has invited the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur to be that

congregation! We will be given tickets as well as having one of our Sisters (surely

Sr. Peg) make comments of gratitude at the dinner.

Meet Sister Elizabeth Ann McFadden

It’s nice to put a face with a voice … Many of you have received a phone call from Sr. Elizabeth Ann McFadden thanking you for your generous gift to our Sisters.

She is our “volunteer par excellence!” Comments from our friends and donors are all very positive! In fact, one monthly donor sent Sister a note as well as a check to the development program just because she so enjoyed speaking to her!

One of our generous donors sent this lovely note after speaking to Sr. Elizabeth Ann: “I received a telephone call from one of the sisters this week thanking me for my continued support. The sisters don’t need to thank me, I need to thank them for their lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to Christian education.”

Above, Sr. Pat Hanway ’56, Sr. Teresa McElwee, Candi Corbin Sicoli ’62 and Frances McElwee Bloom ’62 warmly welcomed guests at the annual Dames at the Dunes event. Below, Sr. Theresa gives the keynote address.

Top left, Isabelle Naughten O’Hearn, NDA Class of 1932; bottom left, a class ring brought back memories for many.

Save the Date Trinity Preparatory School, Class of 1961, 50th

Reunion will be held on September 24, 2011. For further information, please

contact Carol Ann Staab Treuth at 410 747 1555 or redhead817@verizon.net

This year’s Dames at the Dunes was a thrilling success! Guest speaker Sr. Teresa McElwee (formerly Sr. John Christine) spoke of her life after Moylan, especially the work of the Sisters in Apopka, Fla. The silent auction proceeds were more than double last year’s auction and will benefit our Sisters in active ministries as well as those in ministries of prayer.

New Title

donor HIGHlights

In Praise of Our Teachers

Cheryl L. Brown met the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur early in her life. Her family moved to Washington, D.C. due to a career opportunity for her father, a pharmacist. She was educated by the Sisters at St. Martin’s School, T Street, from kindergarten through eighth grade. She has three sisters; two who joined her at the Academy of Notre Dame, K Street, in Washington, D.C. There were 65 students in her graduating class. Cheryl remembers exactly what the clicks of the clicker meant—not bad for someone who just celebrated her 45th reunion! For those who don’t remember, and according to Cheryl (since I am one of the ones who don’t) one click meant “OK,” two clicks meant “pay attention, something was pending,” and three clicks meant you were in trouble!

Cheryl continued her education at the Catholic University of America, earning a B.A. in sociology and her master’s in criminology. Her career has been with the Department of the Navy, where she has risen through the ranks in the finance division. Her current title is Supervisor, Financial Management Analyst. She is extremely diligent in her work; her work week at times encompasses 60 hours.

Cheryl is a family-oriented individual; she is extremely close to her parents, sisters, nieces and nephews. Cheryl is one of a group of stalwart NDA graduates who continually plan events for fellow K Street alumnae. She was on the All School Reunion Committee as well as being a permanent “fixture” on the Annual Reunion Mass and Luncheon committee.

She volunteered in a partnership program with D.C. public schools (Bowen Elementary) for 17 years and today she is very involved in her church, St. Anthony of Padua, spending her time in programs for the children of the parish, and is lead usher at the Saturday Vigil Mass.

Cheryl states that she is most appreciative of the education provided by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. She shows that appreciation through her generous gifts to the development program. She also notes that she feels that others should see the value of the gifts they have been given by the Sisters and act upon them.

All those who know Cheryl, both friends and Sisters of Notre Dame speak glowing of Cheryl’s love and devotion to all things Notre Dame. We are proud to have Cheryl as a true friend and supporter!

As you know, we have a lovely assortment of prayer cards suitable for many occasions. We are very grateful to our friends who request and use them. Unfortunately, the costs of printing and postage have risen for us. If your circumstances allow, would you please consider a donation of 10.00 as you send in your request for cards? We thank you for your consideration and generosity.

Prayer Cards

The Sisters’ Gift: Cheryl L. Brown

By supporting the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, I follow the example of my mother, a retired teacher, who told me, “They educated my children.” From my own perspective as a retired teacher, I realize the great gifts the Sisters gave me.

The Sisters of Notre Dame gave their lives to provide me and many others with a strong academic foundation and a grounding in faith and prayers that brings life a spiritual center.

The Sisters’ example influenced my teaching style. They presented an organized, attractive educational environment with an integrated curriculum enhanced by the arts. The Sisters exemplified the power of positive presentation and held high expectations for achievement. Faith must have helped them manage those large classes—I find classes of 30 students challenging!

I remember all the extras: weekly report cards, uniforms, class newspapers, choral singing, hymn books, field day, bake sales, May altars, processions, the Children’s Mass, novenas, and preparation for First Communion, Confirmation and graduation. In recognizing the dedication, accomplishments and inspiration of the Sisters of Notre Dame, I express my gratitude.

– Barbara Hunt, New York City

I met the Sisters of Notre Dame when my aunt convinced my mother that she must send her children to Maryvale. A new group of Sisters were coming and we just had to be a part of the great new school. My teacher was Sr. Ann Patricia. She taught me to read. What a gift!

I do remember one day she wanted all the children to tell their parent’s names. I told Sr. Ann Patricia that my father’s name was Hammond. She then asked me my mother’s name, but I did not know my mother’s name. She then asked me what my father called her. I said, “Oats!” She said, laughing, “Mother’s Oats!” I did not laugh. In fact, I was so embarrassed I burst into tears. A memorable moment for me.”

– Fran Dugan, Baltimore

I was privileged to have received my education from the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur from first grade through college and am very grateful for their superior teaching. There was always an atmosphere of loving attention,of respect for all; at the same time there was challenge, encouragement and insistence on high standards. Graduates of their schools frequently speak of how well each was prepared for further study and for employment and of the confidence this preparation gave them all through their life.

– Anonymous

May Procession Memories

Above, Sr. Mary Teresa Day presents the St. Julie Billiart Heritage Society medal to Fran Dugan; Sr. Mary Pat Donnelly and her sister Jane Daly enjoy the reception. Below, harpist Cara Fleck, a Maryvale Preporatory School and Trinity School Alumna played during the reception.

Below, please find the Sisters who have moved and their mailing addresses should you wish to send a note.

Sisters who have moved to Villa Julie Residence:Sr. Agnes McBryan, formerly Sr. Agnes Walter Sr. Marie Madeleine BoydSr. Mary Pat Donnelly, formerly Sr. Mary RichardSr. Mary Adele WhiteMailing Address:

Villa Julie Residence1531 Greenspring Valley RoadStevenson, MD 21153

Sisters who have moved to Mount Notre Dame Health Care Center:Sr. Marguerite SchaeferSr. Marie Veronica MaguireMailing Address:

Mount Notre Dame Health Care Center 699 East Columbia Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45215-3999

Other Sisters who have moved:Sr. Edna Maier, formerly Sr. Marie BernadetteMailing Address:

Basilica Place124 W. Franklin Street, Apt. #1203Baltimore, MD 21201

Sr. Paula LaschenskiMailing Address: 804 Roundtop Court, #3C Lutherville, MD 21093

Address Updates

“We are what we want to be by the efforts we are willing to make.”

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Planned Gifts can be made simply through a life insurance beneficiary designation, a planned stock transfer or by naming the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in your will.

Donors who commit to making a planned gift to the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur are inducted into our St. Julie Billiart Heritage Society. Membership carries special privileges along with the daily prayers of our Sisters.

The Tri-Province Development Program has other recognition societies and is happy to accept IRA transfer donations in accordance with Federal tax laws.

You can make a difference in the life of a Sister! All gifts, regardless of size, assist our Sisters in achieving the goals of their ministries. Please feel free to contact Carrie Martin at carrie.martin@sndden.org or 410 486 5599 x 407 for more information.

Have you considered making a Planned Gift to the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur?

Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur P.O. Box 157 1531 Greenspring Valley Road Stevenson, MD 21153

New Website Launch The Tri-Province Development Program will be launching a new website this summer! You’ll find us at www.snddentriprov.org with expanded features, new photos and more! The new site boasts user-friendly navigation and ways to keep up-to-date on news and events. Alumnae will be able to search for upcoming events and view photos from past events online.

As we launch the site we welcome your feedback and, of course, your stories and photos.