The Sisters of the Holy Names pray for a fair, practical, binding and universal agreement on climate change
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada, November 30, 2015 – The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) ask the general public, their members and friends to join them in praying that the United Nations Conference on Climate Change manages to come together to develop a fair, practical and legally binding agreement.
A strong presence at the 4th World March of Women
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada - October 21 - An SNJM delegation of about 50 women, a good number over 80, join thousands of other women to walk the streets of Trois-Rivières as part of the 4th World March of Women. Colourful posters and a catchy slogan drew attention to their participation in the March.
Committed to solidarity, the Sisters of the Holy Names will participate in the World March of Women
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada – October 14, 2015 – Building on their commitment to advance the cause of women throughout the world, the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary will participate in the fourth edition of the World March of Women, which will take place in Trois-Rivières on October 17.
The SNJM invites you to celebrate the First International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada - January 30, 2015 -the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary invites the public, its members and friends to celebrate the First International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking.
The SNJM Youth Justice Forum – Mission accomplished! Very positive results!
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada, July 23, 2015 - After six days of concentrated activities and exchanges, the 50 participants in the SNJM -Youth Justice Forum left for home full of enthusiasm and ready to take action for social justice on the home front be it in Canada, in the United States, or in Lesotho.
Young people tackle the issues of human trafficking, access to water and immigrants
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada – July 13, 2015 – what do trafficking in human beings, the right to water and the situation of migrants have in common?
Unanimous Tributes to Sister Mariette Payment (1927-2015)
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada – June 1, 2015 – Many tributes were paid to Sister Mariette Payment, a member of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM), at her funeral held on Wednesday, May 27th at the chapel of Maison Jésus-Marie, in Longueuil.
Marie-Rose, ever alive!
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada - May 25, 2015 - The blessing of a new monument depicting Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, foundress of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM), was held Saturday, May 23, on the vigil of Pentecost.
New monument in memory of Marie-Rose Durocher
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada – 23 May 2015 –Today, on this anniversary of the beatification of Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, a new monument in her memory will be unveiled. The event will start at 4:00 pm, on the western outskirts of the Co-Cathedral of Saint Anthony of Padua, in Longueuil.
Reflection Time for Holy Week
Longueuil, QC, Canada – March 27, 2015 – Because of its concern regarding the situation of immigrants and refugees, the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, is inviting you, during this Holy Week, to a time of prayer and reflection on this important issue.
An invitation to pray in solidarity starting March 22
The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary have taken a corporate stand on water and wish to highlight this special day.
A very special March 8th
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada – March 4, 2015 - The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) call upon the members of their community to mobilize and to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8.
Inauguration of General Administration Newsletter
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada - February 2, 2015 - The SNJM General Administration is happy to introduce its first newsletter.