Mission Integration Office

The Office of Mission Integration works to ensure that the legacy and charism of St. Julie and the mission, spirituality and hallmarks of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur (SNDdeN) are integrated into the schools and healthcare ministries of the Ohio Province. This mission integration is accomplishment through various collaborative partnerships and formation programs:

  • Formational programs and orientation presentations boards, administrators, faculty/staff, healthcare staff.
  • Sharing of resources about the foundresses and history of the Congregation, SNDdeN charism and spirituality, Sr. Dorothy Stang, Hallmarks, quotes, prayers, and more!
  • Mission Integration Support and Opportunities, such as new projects in collaboration with the Sisters, classroom speakers, etc.

For additional information, contact Donna Groene, Director of Mission Integration, at 513.679.8110 or [email protected].


Ohio Province Ministries

  • Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, Villanova, Pennsylvania
  • Stephen T. Badin High School, Hamilton, Ohio
  • Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, Dayton, Ohio
  • Maryvale Preparatory School, Lutherville, Maryland
  • Mount Notre Dame High School, Cincinnati, Ohio
  • The Summit Country Day School, Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Trinity School, Ellicott City, Maryland
  • Mount Notre Dame Health Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Notre Dame Mission Volunteers (Americorps), Baltimore, Maryland*
  • Sisters Academy of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland*

*Co-sponsored with East-West Province


Stories from Mission Integration Office

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In April, sixteen seniors from Chaminade Julienne’s Faith Leadership course, FLIGHT, travelled to the Mount Notre Dame Province Center and enjoyed a packed visit.

Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur welcomes Donna Groene as director of mission integration for Ohio Province after 35 years at Mount Notre Dame High School, continuing their legacy of education for life.

Discover the 2024 Hallmarks Retreat for the Mid-Atlantic region, where Notre Dame de Namur schools' faculty and staff gathered for reflection, collaboration, and commitment to the Hallmarks values. Held at Bon Secours Retreat Center, the event fostered deep connections and practical insights for integrating the Hallmarks into school communities

The Ohio Office of Mission Integration hosted an in-person gathering on October 4, 2024, in Amiens Hall, with the theme “Living St. Julie’s Legacy Today.” Faculty and staff from Ohio Notre Dame schools participated in formation activities exploring the Hallmarks, charism, and legacy of St. Julie Billiart. The event included presentations, spiritual workshops, and visits to the Heritage Hallway and Museum, enriching participants' connection to the Notre Dame de Namur mission.

Last week, we were delighted to welcome F.L.I.G.H.T. students to Mount Notre Dame. Our cherished moments included guiding them through a captivating scavenger hunt in the Heritage Hallway and Museum.

Girls Retreat

April 26, 2024

For years, Gina Helms, the Campus Minister at Badin High School, had a vision of organizing an optional overnight retreat exclusively for girls. This retreat would be a blend of inspiration, introspection, camaraderie, and fun.

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