15 June, 2020 The National Union of the Holy Child Past Students Association (NUHOPSA) has done the SHCJ proud, in supporting the poor and the vulnerable in society to cushion the economic hardship brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic. In the heat of the prolonged lockdown (April & May, 2020), brought about by the pandemic, […]
Celebrate Laudato Si’ Week
11 May 2020 The Church and the whole global community will celebrate the 5th anniversary of Laudato Si’ from May 16-24, 2020. As part of the American Province’s celebration, a special prayer and video has been prepared for Sisters, Associates, staff, and friends, with the hope that we will all mark this anniversary and listen […]
Triduum Reflections
HOLY THURSDAY Tonight, for so many of us, there will be no ceremonial washing of the feet, no solemn proclamation of the gospel. But in hospitals, homes, hostels and shelters, all over the world, washing, anointing, consoling, supporting, giving tender and urgent care is happening. We are celebrating the liturgy of Life as we do […]
Watch: Pope Francis Sends Out Holy Week Message
Pope Francis sends a video message as Christians around the world prepare to celebrate Holy Week in an unusual manner due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lenten Reflections
HOLY THURSDAY Tonight, for so many of us, there will be no ceremonial washing of the feet, no solemn proclamation of the gospel. But in hospitals, homes, hostels and shelters, all over the world, washing, anointing, consoling, supporting, giving tender and urgent care is happening. We are celebrating the liturgy of Life as we […]
Some Second Term Highlights from Schools
17 March, 2020 It was great having the past pupils of Holy Child Model Nursery/Primary School for their 3rd reunion. The first year we recorded about 100, the last year was 100 plus and this year almost 150. We hope the Alumni will grow and contribute immensely to the school in the future. Also, one […]
2020 Designated the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife
27 February, 2020 The World Health Assembly, the governing body of the World Health Organization (WHO), designated 2020 as the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife to advance nurses’ and midwives’ vital position in transforming healthcare around the world. Pope Francis has applauded the designation, suggesting that “midwives carry out perhaps the noblest of […]
Young Women Learn About Religious Vocation From SHCJ
3 February, 2020 The Vocation Director in the Society’s African Province and the formation team planned for a rally to create an awareness amongst young girls with the quest for religious vocation. The two-day programme focused on the religious life and experiences, religious life with emphasis on SHCJ, different stages of formation, and discernment. Day […]
Advent Reflections
4th Sunday of Advent The LORD’s are the earth and its fullness; the world and those who dwell in it. For he founded it upon the seas and established it upon the rivers. Psalm 24 Brother David Steindl-Rast talks about the overflow – which he describes as the ‘articulation’ or active response of thanksgiving, […]
Photos and Report: Reunion of Holy Child Old Girls, Calabar
By Ann Schulte, SHCJ 17th October, 2019 – “Back to School” and Greetings “My goodness I did not realize the school was so big!” someone exclaimed as we made our way to the school Assembly ground on 17th October, 2019. We then realized this was the “Back to School” with the Old Girls in their […]