Sister Sharon Altendorf of the Union: US Province joined Reverend Marisol Caballero, Texas UU Justice Ministry; Paul Pfeiffer, Interfaith Welcome Coalition; and Jonathan Ryan, immigration attorney and executive director of RAICES, as a speaker at a rally against immigration detention held at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in San Antonio. Read the full story at:  http://therivardreport.com/let-our-babies-go-protestors-rally-against-immigrant-family-detention/

On Saturday, September 10, 2016, the congregation celebrated another milestone with Sister Helena Murphy, who turned 105 on September 12. The celebrations began with liturgy in the motherhouse chapel, at which Sister Helena did a beautiful proclamation of one of the readings. It was followed by a most delicious dinner with her motherhouse community and family members and a delightful reception in the afternoon for sisters, associates and special friends. It is a joy to celebrate this remarkable woman, her life…

On Saturday, September 10, Sister Linda Isola and her relatives, friends and community came together at the convent to celebrate Linda and her 50 years as a member of the Presentation Sisters of Staten Island. It was a marvelous gathering filled with both joy and gratitude. It provided all with an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Linda as well the person of Linda. The other time to celebrate this month was Labor Day. It is not the best of days for…