In Memory: Sr. Ruth Etzel
Ruth Kathryn Etzel, the daughter of Frank and Anna (Minden) Etzel, was born in Stayton, Ore. on March 13, 1932. She grew up…
Ruth Kathryn Etzel, the daughter of Frank and Anna (Minden) Etzel, was born in Stayton, Ore. on March 13, 1932. She grew up…
SSMO Vocation newsletter – A monthly publication of news and topics important to Community and religious life.
SSMO Reflects on Sister Patricia Chappell
Sister Thea Bowman ‘To live until I die.’ During Black History Month, the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon are recognizing the global…
Co-Foundress of the first U.S.-based religious order of Black women and formerly enslaved women.
A View from the Dome – February
St. Josephine Bakhita,
whose love and hope transformed the wounds of slavery into forgiveness,
pray for us.
SSMO Vocation newsletter – A monthly publication of news and topics important to Community and religious life.
SSMO Vocation newsletter – A monthly publication of news and topics important to Community and religious life.
Faith is 136 years of joyful service.
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SSMO Vocation newsletter – A monthly publication of news and topics important to Community and religious life.
During the giving season we strive to help those around us.
SSMO Vocation newsletter – A monthly publication of news and topics important to Community and religious life.
The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon encourage everyone to seek the resources that are available before pursuing abortion or suicide.
Strive for Excellence – A look at one of the Sisters’ four core values.
Ever wonder what happens on that sequoia-lined campus with the big dome in Beaverton? Check out this glimpse of how this place changes lives.
The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon celebrate Jubilee Seventy-five years in the same career. Can you fathom it? Sister Clare Vandecoevering can….
Sister Mary Ann Hathaway
May 6, 1931 – July 3, 2022
In Memory: Sr. Paula Fox
July 25, 1927 – June 30, 2022
We are saddened by the tragic events at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon and their…
July 9, 1939 – April 21, 2022 Born in Beaverton, Oregon, on July 9, 1939, Kathleen Mae Boyd graduated from St. Cecilia Elementary…
The Sisters and members of their sponsored ministries are praying for peace to prevail in Eastern Europe.
Venerable Henriette Delille – Co-foundress of Sisters of the Holy Family During Black History Month, the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon…
Citizenship classes with SSMO are available via Zoom. There are no citizenship classes on the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon campus this year.
During Black History Month, the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon are recognizing the global contributions of Black men and women. The Sisters…
In the August edition of “A View From the Dome”, learn more about Sister Thanh Pham’s upcoming renewal of her temporary vows on…
In memory of Sister Barbara Jean Laughlin, 1935 – 2021. May Sister Barbara Jean rest in God’s embrace!
Learn more about the Sisters’ sewing project and the upcoming Jubilee in the July edition of “A View From the Dome.”
In the latest edition of “A View From The Dome” are reflections on the month of June and news from the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon campus.
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, in the May edition of “A View From the Dome,” we share the founding of our school…
Sister Adele Marie Altenhofen was recently interviewed by Sarah Buckmaster, host of the UK podcast, “How to be Good.” This thoughtful conversation focused…
Sr. Mary Joyce Barsotti (Sr. Peter Mary Barsotti) was born in Portland, Oregon, on July 25, 1940, the 4th of 10 children of…
Sister Mary Ellen Hanson was born on December 28, 1933, in Valentine, Nebraska. The first child of Nathaniel and Henrietta (Bruggeman) Hanson, she was…
March is the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon (SSMO) Heritage month. This year, the Sisters chose to celebrate their community and their…
In the March edition of “A View From the Dome” learn how the Sisters had their own special celebration during the Valley Catholic…
Valley Catholic School welcomed students back to campus for limited in-person learning with safety protocols in place. It is wonderful to have our…
In the February edition of “A View From the Dome” Sister Michael Francine shares her reflections on the upcoming season of Lent, and…
In the January edition of “A View From the Dome” we share the encouraging news of COVID-19 vaccinations at Maryville of both residents…
December 2nd, 2020, we honor the life, ministry, and sacrifice of Maryknoll Sisters Ita Ford and Maura Clarke, Ursuline Sister Dorothy Kazel and lay missioner Jean Donovan.
In his message about the November 15th, observance of the World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis uses the theme from Sirach: STRETCH…
National Vocations Awarness Week takes place Nov. 1 – Nov. 7, and the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon are offering insight into…
Sharing this post from Sr. Krista’s blog. View the original post here. VOCATION APPRECIATION WEEK November 1-7, 2020 Countdown 25 days to go…I…
During November the SSMOs will pray for those who have gone home to God this past year. To include the names of your…
In the October edition of A View From the Dome, we feature the SSMO Liturgy Committee, and share some insight into the Sisters’…
The SSMO Foundation’s 2019-20 Annual Report consolidates a 360-degree view of a cohesive, can-do community.
The September edition of “A View From the Dome” features a story about the Profession of Vows, which took place in August. The…
Maryville’s employee of the month for July, Emily Choun, was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. She is a Canby High graduate and…
Huade Zeng always has a big smile and a friendly greeting when you pass her in the halls. Her peers find her easy…
Edith Kpui was awarded May Employee of the Month at Maryville. Edith was born in Liberia. She came to the United States in…
Employee of the Month: Jessica Mao Jessica Mao is an RN working as a charge nurse in HKC, the memory care unit at…
Employee of the Month: Adele Makuete Adele Makuete is March’s Employee of the Month. Adele has worked as a CNA at Maryville for…
Dear Families and Friends, Happy, glorious Easter greetings! What a wonderful time of year! It always feels like a fresh start! We just…
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