Sister Mary Catherine McNamara |
A native of Greater Cleveland, Sister Mary Catherine McNamara first encountered the Sisters of the Incarnate Word as her grade school teachers at St. Thomas More. Nurtured by the strong faith and love of her family, and inspired by the example of those community members teaching at her parish school, she responded to God's call to serve others as a Sister of the Incarnate Word.
Throughout the years she has ministered as a teacher, principal, youth specialist and child advocate, served as Councilor on the Leadership Team from 1991-1995 and as Assistant Congregational Leader from 2003-2007. Her desire to serve God by serving the less fortunate also lead her to the role of Client Rights Officer and Accreditation Manager at Fresh Start, an alcohol and drug treatment facility in Cleveland, Ohio.
"I have been blessed with the opportunity to serve others in many and varied roles. I find myself most drawn to the Beatitude, 'Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice, they shall be satisfied.' My experience as a religious has made me keenly aware of the gifts God has given to me and continues to challenge / invite me to use them to meet the needs of the broader community of the Church."
~ Sister Mary Catherine McNamara
Sister Therese Marsal |
In 1955, Sister Therese Marsal joined our community and made first vows in 1958; final vows followed in 1961. Born in Cleveland, she is the second of seven children. Her ministries have focused on education - serving as a principal and assistant principal, teaching in the elementary grades and in PSR. She retired from full time teaching in 2008 and can now be found in a part-time position at Incarnate Word Academy.
"The teaching ministry has been the heart of my life as a Sister of the Incarnate Word. Working with children in the field of education has been very rewarding."
~ Sister Therese Marsal
Sister Margaret Mary McAuliffe |
Another native of Limerick, Ireland, Sister Margaret Mary McAuliffe joined our community in 1963 and made first vows in 1966. Perpetual vows followed in August 1969. She has ministered as a teacher at Incarnate Word Academy and St. Thomas More; and as principal at St. Bartholomew. Within our community, Sister has served as Congregational Treasurer. Currently she works at Holy Family Home as a pastoral minister for terminally ill patients as they live the end of their lives with peace, compassion, and love.
"I loved all the ministries I have done for the sake of the Kingdom. As I look back on my life, I am grateful to God for the gifts he has given to me. I thank God for the relationship I have with Jesus and I know with His strength in me, 'All will be well in His time.'"
~ Sister Margaret Mary McAuliffe
Sister Cecelia Moran |
Born and raised in Bagshot, Surrey, England, Sister Cecelia Moran joined us in 1956 and professed first vows in 1959; perpetual profession of vows followed in August 1962. She celebrated her golden jubilee in 2007. Sister enjoyed her role as Councilor on the Leadership Team from 1999 - 2003 and was re-elected in 2007. Her ministries include elementary education, Director of Religious Education, and Pastoral Care. While currently serving in Leadership, Sister Cecelia continues to minister at Regina Health Center one day each week.
"A Sister is one who is in love with God and His people, and wants to be a Gospel of Love and spread the Incarnation. She has dedicated her
life to living out such love."
~ Sister Cecelia Moran
Sister Monica Marie Navin |
Sister Monica Marie Navin, a native of Westport, County Mayo, Ireland, joined us in 1952 and made first vows in 1954; perpetual vows followed in 1957. She served as an elementary school teacher for 31 years. Currently, Sister Monica Marie cares for our Queen of the Holy Rosary Shrine, a position she has held since 1982. The Shrine is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, for reflection and prayer. Sister Monica is also known for her weekly Healing Ministry Services, which began in 1985, and are held in Marian Hall.
"I always wanted to be a Sister... being a Sister means faith, humility and prayer. I have lived, worked and prayed here for 55 years and experienced daily peace, joy and a longing for heaven. My favorite Beatitude is 'Blessed are the pure of heart for they shall see God.' All they do is done with a single-minded motive and for the success of evangelization."
~ Sister Monica Marie Navin
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