Addressing poverty of body, mind, and spirit.
Researching new ministries.
Collaborating ministries of Ursuline Sisters with associates,
youths, young adults, and other Ursulines.
Developing volunteer opportunities for mission.

Administering a literacy center in a an urban neighborhood?

Ministry Example: The mission of DeNeuville Learning Center (DLC) in Memphis, Tenn., is to guide women in learning the skills needed to make positive choices for themselves and their family. DeNeuville Learning Center accomplishes its mission chiefly through education, counseling, and promoting ways to enhance one’s self worth and dignity. Visit them online at www.deneuvillecenter.org.
(Click for DeNeuville Learning Center report)

Serving women (and their children) in transition from prison?

Ministry Example: The vision of The House of Healing in Erie, Pa., board members is to provide a stable home for women convicted of nonviolent crimes and their children. The women are nonviolent offenders recommended chiefly by the court or other criminal justice system entities as appropriate candidates for this alternative residential experience.
Visit them online at www.houseofhealing-erie.org. (Click for House of Healing report)

Directing a shelter for homeless women and their children?

Ministry Example: Since 1985 The Barrett Foundation, in Albuquerque, NM, provides housing and supportive services to homeless women and children who are striving to break the cycle of homelessness. The nonprofit operates five programs for seamless emergency, transitional or permanent housing along with other essential services for a total (as of 3/08) of 837 homeless women and children. Visit them online at www.barrettfoundation.org.
(Click for Barrett Foundation report)

All of these sites have two common characteristics:
at least one member of a religious community established the ministry
and the successes depend heavily on the daily commitment of volunteers.

Are you a sister or associate interested in discerning a new ministry such as these?
What is keeping you from volunteering in a current Ursuline ministry with the poor for a week, month, three months, or even a full year?

All you need is:

Attraction to the charism and spirituality of Saint Angela Merici.
A caring heart that cherishes a relationship with God.
A missionary spirit for empowering others.
Willingness to serve the poor.
A passion for justice and right relationships.

For more information on Ministry Development and/or volunteering with the Ursuline Sisters, contact Sister Suzanne Sims at suzanne.sims@maplemount.org.