2008


September


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.


October


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

12

Opening Liturgy: The Bicentennial Celebration for Cornelia Connelly (Philadelphia, PA)
On January 15, 2009 the Society of the Holy Child will mark the 200th Anniversary of the birth of their foundress, the Venerable Cornelia Connelly. This yearlong celebration, in honor of Cornelia's legacy, mission, and action, will begin with a 2 p.m. Mass at St. Agatha–St. James Church. A reception at the Hall of Flags on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania will follow.

St. Agatha-St. James Church has special significance to the Society: The Holy Child Sisters taught at St. Agatha’s from 1891 to 1912, and at St. James from 1870 to 1967. In addition, the Church is located across the street from St. Leonard’s Academy, which Cornelia purchased on her only visit as a Sister of the Holy Child to the U.S. For more information, visit www.holychild200.org.

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The Intercongregational Associate Directors: Day of Reflection (Meadowbrook, PA)
Associates, companions, and clergy are welcome to come and find reasons to hope for, the faith to believe in, and the love to help bring about such transformative communities for the sake of our world that God so loves. The event will be held from 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Holy Redeemer Provincialate. Chestnut Hill College's, Catherine T. Nerney, SSJ, Ph.D. will be the guest speaker. The cost of the event is $30.00 and includes lunch and beverages. For more information, contact Cathi Duffy, Director of Associates.

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Casa Cornelia Law Center: 15th Anniversary Celebration (San Diego, CA)
After 15 years of providing quality legal services to victims of human and civil rights violations, it's time to celebrate the success of Casa Cornelia Law Center, a ministry sponsored by the Society of the Holy Child. The celebration will be held at the Joan Kroc Peace and Justice Center, University of San Diego. For more information, contact Carmen Chavez.

November


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

15
Profession of Vows (Rosemont, PA)
The Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus are pleased to announce that the perpetual profession of vows for Mary Kerner and Aquilla Peterson will take place at the Immaculate Conception Chapel at Rosemont College. Dinner will follow. More details to come as the day gets closer.

December


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.



2009

January


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

15
Cornelia Connelly's Birthday
During the month of January, Masses in honor of Cornelia will be celebrated throughout the country.

February


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

March


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

April


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

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Bicentennial Reception (New York, NY)
In honor of Cornelia Connelly and this Bicentennial Celebration there will be a reception and program in the atrium of Fordham Law School at Lincoln Center, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. More information to come.

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Holy Child Awards Dinner (West Conshohocken, PA)
At our inaugural Awards Dinner, we will honor individuals whose life and work embody Cornelia's spirit with the Faith in Action Award. Alums from Holy Child Schools, as well as all friends of the Society, will be invited to attend the dinner at the Philadelphia Marriott West Hotel. For more information, visit www.holychild200.org.

May


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

9
Cornelian Tour (Philadelphia, PA)
Because Cornelia was born in Philadelphia, many areas in the city are significant to her and the Society. Several Holy Child Sisters will lead a walking tour that highlights these areas and offers further insight into Cornelia and her life.
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Cornelian Tour (Philadelphia, PA)
Because Cornelia was born in Philadelphia, many areas in the city are significant to her and the Society. Several Holy Child Sisters will lead a walking tour that highlights these areas and offers further insight into Cornelia and her life.

June


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

July


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

August


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

September


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

October


Every
Monday

Evening of Prayer (Philadelphia, PA)
All are invited to attend our weekly prayer evenings at Casa Caritas. For more information, contact Sr. Carmen Torres at 610.626.1400, x304.

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Closing Prayer Service (Philadelphia, PA)
We will close the Bicentennial Celebration with a prayer service. For more information, visit www.holychild200.org.