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    The 2024 National Assembly of the Ladies of Charity USA

    The 2024 National Assembly of the Ladies of Charity USA (LCUSA) took place in St. Louis, Missouri from September 5–7, 2024. The theme of the assembly was  “Committed to the Eucharist, Committed to Those in Need.”

    The Ladies o Charity USA got its beginnings in St. Louis so this particular assembly was a special one. The planned trip to the National Shrine of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville MO was a highlight of the trip, not to mention spending time with ladies from all over the USA who share a mission.

    The NorthEast Region elected three representatives to the board: Natalie Boone (shown below, center) of the St. John’s University Association was elected as Regional Vice President. Also shown with Natalie are, Fran Simkulet from Binghamton (left) Kathy Roseti of Buffalo (right). Congratulations!

    Also, Pat Mulé, (shown far below, left) received a certificate at the LCUSA National Assembly for completing the Spiritual Moderator training. It is so important to understand and live the Vincentian spirit. Congratulations Pat!

    Natalie Boone, center, of the St. John’s University Association was elected by he Northeast Region as Regional Vice President. Shown with Natalie are, Fran Simkulet from Binghamton (left) Kathy Roseti of Buffalo (right).
    Pat Mulé, left, received a certificate at the LCUSA National Assembly for completing the Spiritual Moderator training.

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  • The Ladies of Charity & Education

    Based at a University, we recognize that education is the key to ending poverty.  We promote projects that support education to underserved populations. In 2009 we began a partnership with the School Sisters of Notre Dame Educational Center in Woodhaven, Queens.  This center provides comprehensive educational programs for women over age 18 to learn English as a second language and to prepare them for the High School Equivalency Exam.  Our Ladies offer educational testing and evaluation and provide enrichment lectures for the faculty, board members and students.  

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  • How Did The Ladies of Charity Come to the US?

    In 1857, Catherine Harkins, new to St. Louis, decided to start a group there to address the needs of the many poor persons. The number of associations grew throughout the US and they decided to form a national organization to offer consistent formation to all associations and to strengthen the bonds of Charity.  The Ladies of Charity, USA was formed in 1960 to unite all the associations in the US with headquarters in St. Louis, MO.  In September of 2010, LCUSA celebrated their 50th anniversary.  Today there are approximately 6,000 Ladies of Charity in 70 Associations in twenty-one states and the District of Columbia.  As the first university organization, St. John’s Ladies of Charities was established in 2009 and accepted 34 members drawn from the administration, faculty, graduate students and staff. 

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  • Ladies of Charity National Website

    The National Ladies of Charity, LCUSA Website  ( aic.ladiesofcharity.us ) has been newly redesigned highlighting News, advocacy, pictures, videos, daily reflections and more.  President Gayle Johnson is encouraging chapters and interested parties to check it out, and subscribe to email updates (via upper-right button) and/or join the facebook group :

    [The new site] is filled with fresh news, spiritual enrichment and updated forms that are available for your use.  It is an excellent tool for your associations to keep you up to date with the inspirational work all the associations are doing.  The site offers … spiritual reflections for your personal use or for your association meetings, an interactive association map, connections to your tablets and smart phones.

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    School Sisters of Notre Dame Educational Center

    On June 5, 2024 the  School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) Educational Center in Woodhaven, Queens, New York held a ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of 100 women, and the faculty who accompanied them, in achieving various levels of English speaking and writing skills, math and civics. Two classes are working toward their High School Equivalency Diploma. As one student speaker explained, “We came here to learn English. We found friendship, support, and the freedom to dream. I hope to be a nurse one day.”

    The Ladies of Charity at St. John’s University is privileged to support this Center and these women in various ways. 

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    Junior Ladies of Charity Stitch Hope for Girls Around the World

    The Junior Ladies of Charity at St. John’s Prep and Immaculate Conception Catholic Academy are giving back, with a needle and thread.

    The girls are creating stylish pieces from scratch through the organization “Dress a Girl Around the World,” so that other girls can feel their best, regardless of their circumstances.

    Pat Mulé and Anna Rocchio, moderators for the Junior Ladies of Charity, and members Belenna Lauto, Cindy Phillips, and Mary O’Donoghue have helped the Juniors improve their sewing skills. They were all amazed and proud of how much progress the group made. We all look forward to seeing the results of their hard work and dedication. 

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