SISTER OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Sister of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary –  Sister Mary Timothy, P.B.V.M.                                                     “No Vox Sed Votum”  –  “”Not words, but deeds”                                                                                                             “Justice is her work”

Foundress:  Venerable Nano Nagle  (The “Lady with the Lantern”)

Place:  Cork, Ireland

Year:  1775 A.D.

Her Charism:  Like her foundress, Nano Nagle, a woman of great courage, this Sister opens her compassionate heart and stands alongside all who are suffering.  She is called to joyfully and with missionary zeal incarnate the hospitality of God in any part of the world.  This Sister responds with her own unique personal gifts to educate the materially poor, confront injustice, alleviate oppression, promote human dignity, and advance peace.  Rejoicing in the light of God’s spirit, she serves in the image of Jesus.