Blessings Expressions of Faith
Dominican Sisters of the Sick Poor
Item No.: SP069
History
The Dominican Sisters of the Sick Poor were founded in New York City in 1879 by Mother Mary Walsh to provide an needed free service for the sick poor in their own homes. The early days of the Community were marked by trials, misunderstandings, and utter poverty. Through it all Mother Mary, who died in 1922, and her companions clung to their ideal of service to the poor upheld by the belief that if their work was from God it would ultimately prosper.
Purpose
The Sisters offer a professional, free , home nursing service to the sick poor. In cases of necessity they assist with the housework, child care, and the relief of economic needs caused by illness. The Community has no hospitals or other institutions.
Training
The postulancy of one year is followed by another year of novitiate, after which the novice makes temporary vows for six years During the two-year juniorate program, the sisters continue their spiritual formation while taking an active participation in the work of the community. After having acquired sufficient professional training, the sisters are sent to colleges and hospitals to obtain their professional and nursing degrees.
Qualifications
• Age: 16 to 30.
• High school students are strongly advised to finish their schooling.
Habit
The habit is Dominican, with its white tunic, scapular and black mantle; a leather girdle with a rosary is also worn.
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