Sr. Janice Ludvik Celebrates 60 Years of Faithful Service as a Notre Dame Sister
For Immediate Release (May 26, 2026) Omaha, NE – The Notre Dame Sisters, Omaha Province, celebrate the 60th Jubilee of Sr. Janice Ludvik, ND, honoring a life of faith, ministry, and service to others.
Born on December 3, 1943, in David City, Nebraska, Sr. Janice is the daughter of…
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Sr. Ernestine Havlovic Celebrates 75 Years of Faithful Service as a Notre Dame Sister
For Immediate Release (May 26, 2026) Omaha, NE – The Notre Dame Sisters, Omaha Province, celebrate the 75th Jubilee of Sr. Ernestine Havlovic, ND, honoring a lifetime of faith, service, and dedication to Catholic education.
Born to Joseph and Edith Rerucha Havlovic, Sr. Ernestine grew up on a farm…
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The War in Iran and Escalating Violence in the Middle East
A Statement from the Notre Dame Sisters
For Immediate Release (March 5, 2026) – Omaha, NE — As Notre Dame Sisters called to uphold the dignity of every human person, we grieve the escalating war in Iran and the widening violence across the Middle East. We mourn the loss…
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The Crisis in Venezuela
Public Statement from the Notre Dame Sisters, Omaha Province
For Immediate Release (January 13, 2026) – Omaha, NE — The Notre Dame Sisters, Omaha Province, are prompted by the crisis in Venezuela to pray for the people of Venezuela, the United States, and the world community.
The people of Venezuela…
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Statement from the Notre Dame Sisters, Omaha Province On the Recent Immigration Enforcement
For Immediate Release (June 12, 2025) – Omaha, NE – We, the Notre Dame Sisters came to the United States as immigrants. For over 100 years we have taught generations of children, young people, and adults the values of compassion and fairness. We have reached out to overlooked…
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Notre Dame Sister Stephanie Matcha Celebrates 60th Jubilee of Religious Life
For Immediate Release (June 11, 2025) Omaha, NE – The Notre Dame Sisters announce the 60th Jubilee of Sister Stephanie Matcha, a woman whose life of faith, compassion, and service has touched countless lives in Omaha and beyond.
Born on March 3, 1944, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Louis and…
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Honoring Notre Dame Sister Marie Alice Ostry on Her 60th Jubilee
For Immediate Release (May 27, 2025) Omaha, NE – The Notre Dame Sisters honor Sr. Marie Alice Ostry, ND as she celebrates her 60th Jubilee—marking six decades of service, faith, and Spirit-led ministry. Born on a snow-swept Ash Wednesday, February 23, 1944, Sr. Marie Alice’s life has been…
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Sr. Theresa Maly Celebrates 70 Years of Faithful Service as a Notre Dame Sister
For Immediate Release (May 27, 2025) Omaha, NE – The Notre Dame Sisters announce the 70th Jubilee of Sr. Theresa Maly, celebrating seven decades of ministry, prophetic witness, and compassionate service. Born in Wahoo, Nebraska, on October 3, 1935, Sr. Theresa entered religious life as a candidate in…
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Welcoming Pope Leo XIV: A New Chapter of Hope
For Immediate Release (May 9, 2025) – Omaha, NE — With hearts full of hope, the Notre Dame Sisters welcome Pope Leo XIV, the first American to be elected as Supreme Pontiff and a servant-leader who has already shown humility, compassion, and courage. As he stood on the…
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In Gratitude and Mourning: The Notre Dame Sisters Remember Pope Francis
For Immediate Release (April 21, 2025) – Omaha, NE — With heavy hearts and deep gratitude, the Notre Dame Sisters of the Omaha Province join the global Church in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. We give thanks for his tireless efforts to promote a more inclusive and…