The Dominican Sisters of Sparkill live their mission as joyful women of prayer and compassion who proclaim the Reign of God through ministry for justice and reverence for all creation.
Reflections – Contemplatio
Where is Your Mountain?
In today’s readings, we hear God tell Abram to go forth, leave his home, family, and all he knows. In the second reading, Saint Paul admits that there will be hardship, but we will receive strength from God. The account of the Transfiguration in Matthew’s Gospel (Ch.17) may seem so extraordinary that it is difficult […]
News & Events
Black History Month – Raising Awareness
From the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill 2022 Direction Statement…
Both individually and corporately, we will examine our lifestyle in light of Laudato Sí’s message that the cry of Earth and the cry of the poor are one. Faithful to our Dominican charism, we remain committed to the pursuit of truth in order to face and address the injustice of racism, war, exploitation of women and children, exclusion of migrants, and all other threats to peace.
Racism impacts all these issues and is deeply embedded in the policies, practices, and institutions that structure daily life. Our commitment to justice calls us to work to dismantle racism.
29th Annual Golf Tournament
The Dominican Sisters will celebrate their 29th annual golf tournament at the Blue Hill Golf Course in Pearl River on Monday, May 18. 2026. It will be a “Hole” Lotta Fun, including the raffle baskets and 50/50 raffle! Click on the link for registration and more information: https://tinyurl.com/44ddtbx4
Dr. Barbara Reid, OP Presents: “Light Shining in Darkness”
February 17, 2026– Sister Irene Ellis, Prioress for the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, welcomed all gathered at Dominican Convent in Sparkill, NY, as well as those online around the US. The Dominican Sisters of Sparkill are part of the worldwide Dominican Family founded by Saint Dominic in the 13th century. Sister Irene noted that since their […]
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We are part of a worldwide Dominican Family established by Saint Dominic in the 13th Century.
We recognize the connection between the cry of the poor and the cry of the planet. We work to make a difference by promoting gospel justice, defending human rights, and protecting and caring for the planet.
