Today marks the anniversary of the beginning of the Sisters of Bon Secours. 

One Hundred and Eighty Seven years ago in Paris, France, 12 young women committed themselves before God and the Church.  They made the commitment to nurse the sick in their homes and to be a sign to people that “there is a God who loves you.”  These pioneering women nursed people from all walks of life, stayed in their homes and cared for the family and the sick person for as long as was needed.  They instilled the compassion, healing and liberation into the core of Bon Secours. 

By staying true to their mission of giving Good Help to Those in Need®, they began this 187-year legacy that continues to grow and flourish in the many ministries we serve.  What amazing, brave women who began the congregation we are today!

Sister Mary Catherine Rogers, passed away on Wednesday May 5, 2010 following a brief illness.  After completing her novitiate, Sr. Mary Catherine, a graduate of Bon Secours School of Nursing in Baltimore, MD, served in Bon Secours Hospital’s Labor and Delivery,  her department in Baltimore before receiving a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Catholic University of America.

She went on to serve in ministries in Richmond, VA and Grosse, Point, MI. Sr. Mary Catherine later returned to Baltimore just after her 25th jubilee, and in October 1983, she was elected as a councilor to the Congregation Team in Rome, Italy.

Many will remember Sr. Mary Catherine as the Sponsor representative on the Board of Directors at St. Francis Xavier Hospital in Charleston and as Sr. Vice President of Sponsorship at Bon Secours Venice Hospital in Venice, Florida. 

Sr. Mary Catherine was a nursing instructor in the School of Nursing and many a nurse today owe their nursing license to her because  her teaching methods were so thorough. 

She loved the charism of BonSecours.  Sharing … continue reading…

Sisters of Bon Secours pray for all nurses during National Nurses Week (May 6-12, 2010) in honor of their mission to care for the sick, the dying and the poor.

God’s reach is limitless.  A young lady named Ann-Marie studied nursing with the Sisters of Bon Secours in Ireland.  She later moves to South Bend, TX and ultimately ends up serving those in need in Haiti.  CLICK HERE to read her story.

Here are some pictures from Sister Elaine Davia’s mission trip to Limpopo, South Africa.  CLICK HERE to read the story of her mission visit.  

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I received another update message from Sister Elaine in South Africa:
Hi everyone,

The clinic finally opened after being closed for the Christmas holiday.  The first day back wasn’t too busy, but next Tuesday is already is packed full now that the folks know we’re open again.

Only a little more than a week till I get back.  While it’s been a wonderful experience here, I am looking forward to coming home!

Love,

Sister Elaine
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In the midst of her mission, Sr. Elaine has had the opportunity to explore South Africa and was kind enough to send me another update with pictures. 
Hi everyone,

This week we’re getting back to work (working in the clinic, delivering the nutrition to the townships, re-starting the food for the refugee shelter, etc…).  Our couple of weeks on “holiday” were nice, we got a chance to relax, visit, clean the house real good and work in the yard, and do the fun Christmas and New Year activities.   

Attached this time are pictures from our trips to look for the “big 5”  (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and cheetah) that Vicky talked about last November.  We learned they are called that because they are the most dangerous animals to men who are hunting them on foot.   Enjoy.

Love,

Sister Elaine
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