Thursday, October 4, the administrations of schools associated with Quebec SNJM's presented a video in their respective institutions, encouraging young people to commit to  some action related to justice. School principals responded positively to the invitation to participate in the first SNJM Day of Service and Justice, initiated to celebrate the 175 years of the Congregation's existence.

The purpose of this day is to witness to the SNJM spirit and mission still vibrant today.  Within the same time frame, with the magic of technology and social media, SNJM Sisters and Associates in various parts of the world shared their experiences, giving an excellent portrayal of all that is being done and can be done to fight injustices and help make the world a better place.

The video (in French but with excellent photos) initiative is the result of a collaborative effort by members of the Quebec Leadership Team and the Quebec youth group that participated in the SNJM Youth Justice Forum this past summer.

The invitation is addressed to Sisters, associates, current students as well as parents, alumni, students, faculty, staff, members of the various organizations associated with the SNJM’s, collaborators and friends.

Several projects had been announced and were held close October 6, the birth date of the foundress, Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher. Details can be found on the SNJM Quebec Facebook page.

Let us recall, in closing, that Collège Durocher-Saint-Lambert, Saint Nom-de-Marie Boarding School, the Vincent-d'Indy School of Music and Mont-Jésus-Marie elementary school were founded by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. These schools, presently managed by private and autonomous corporations, remain associated with the SNJM’s through shared values and the desire for excellence in education.