Sacred Stories
Sacred Stories
Podcast Description
Sacred Stories: Celebrating 150 Years of Faith and Service is a special audio series honoring the legacy of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. Through conversations with our Sisters, Associates, friends, ministry partners, and alumni, we capture personal stories, wisdom, and experiences to preserve and share with future generations. Blending authentic voices with treasured photographs, these recordings celebrate the spirit, service, and history that have shaped our community for 150 years — and continue to inspire today. Join us as we listen, learn, and honor the journey together.
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Content Themes
The series focuses on themes of faith, service, history, and community, with episodes highlighting impactful personal stories, such as Sister Joan Correia's experiences in Maryland and Pakistan, showcasing how the Sisters' work has influenced lives and fostered connections across cultures.
Sacred Stories: Celebrating 150 Years of Faith and Service is a special audio series honoring the legacy of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. Through conversations with our Sisters, Associates, friends, ministry partners, and alumni, we capture personal stories, wisdom, and experiences to preserve and share with future generations. Blending authentic voices with treasured photographs, these recordings celebrate the spirit, service, and history that have shaped our community for 150 years — and continue to inspire today. Join us as we listen, learn, and honor the journey together.
In this episode, Sister Joan Correia shares her story with Sister Jeanne Shary. A devoted member of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill since 1964, Sister Joan reflects on two ministries that shaped her life and touched countless others—first in Easton, Maryland, and later in Pakistan.
From the rural communities of the Eastern Shore to the vibrant culture of South Asia, Sister Joan’s journey is one of courage, adaptability, and profound faith. Her stories reveal how love in action can transcend borders, languages, and traditions.
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