Jubilarian – 2009
Mary Denis O'Reilly, SSND
Professed in 1939
Sister Mary Denis celebrates 70 years as a School Sister of Notre Dame. She ministered as a teacher and school administrator.
A meaningful time in my ministry…
I loved every minute of teaching – mostly of teaching kindergarten and teachers. I really enjoyed all the grades I taught and 13 summers I taught methods and reading courses.
What drew you to the SSND Community?
I was drawn to the School Sisters of Notre Dame by a desire to “do something for God.”
What would you like people today to know about the School Sisters of Notre Dame?
I would like people to know that we will always help wherever we can and especially with prayers.
What is your current ministry?
I currently serve through my prayers and presence.
Sister Mary Denis’ missions:
St. Joseph, Milwaukee, Wis.
St. Ambrose, Chicago, Ill.
St. Benedict School, Blue Island, Ill.
St. John Baptist, Marshfield, Wis
Holy Cross, Milwaukee, Wis
Sacred Heart, Warsaw, Ind.
St. Mary, Alexandria, Ind.
The collage on the right includes an early photograph of the O'Reilly family (Mary Denis is the baby – Mary Brigid is not yet born), Mary Denis as a candidate and the farewell card for the O'Reilly sisters as they began their retirement after many years of dedicated service to St. Mary School..
How to Reach Jubilarians
Cards and letters may be addressed to:
Sister's name c/o SSND Jubilarians, Provincial Offices, 13105 Watertown Plank Road,
Elm Grove, WI 53122-2291.
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