We Remember

 As we prepare for our May 10 author luncheon with Adriana Trigiani, our hearts turn toward memories of our dear friend, Rebeca Ruiz-Ulloa, who passed away a year ago, February 26, 2021.  Rebeca was a part of Passaic Neighborhood Center for Women since before the Center opened its doors in 2013.  

Rebeca was a tireless advocate for the Center, and assisted us in so many tangible and intangible ways. She was an integral part of our Advisory Board and an energetic force on our luncheon committee. Nothing seemed impossible to Rebeca.  If she didn't know how to do something, she probably knew someone who knew how to do it! She even recruited her father, Dr. Rene Ruiz, who passed away in August 2021, to help us translate our strategic planning surveys into Spanish.  

It is an understatement to say that we miss Rebeca.  We extend our continued prayers to Rebeca's husband, Luis, her mother Osaida, her family, and the staff of the Diocese of Paterson, where Rebeca served as Diocesan Architect.  

May God continue to bless everyone who endeavors to serve the families at Passaic Neighborhood Center for Women, a ministry that was so dear to Rebeca's heart!

Rebeca Ruiz-Ulloa

(1961-2021)

Rebeca at our 2019 author luncheon, with Divina Ramos and 

Christina Baker Kline (center)

Save the Date!

 

After several Covid-related postponements, we have finally set the date for our second author luncheon,  "An Afternoon with Adriana Trigiani." We are excited to ask you to mark your calendars for May 10, 2022 for what promises to be a lively afternoon.  Stay tuned for further information. All prayers are welcome!

Grateful and Hopeful

 

So much has been written and said about 2020!  What more is there to say?  So, rather than speaking of "unprecedented times" with "an abundance of caution," we will allow our two favorite words to greet you during this holiday season, through the end of 2020 and throughout 2021 -- GRATEFUL and HOPEFUL!

We are GRATEFUL to those who have helped us in every way over the past seven years, but especially this year.  We are GRATEFUL to those who continue to respond to our needs and who trust us to carry out this mission efficiently and effectively. We are GRATEFUL to the families who have continued to come to the Center throughout the pandemic. They are the reason for our existence.

We are HOPEFUL that 2021 will bring healing and peace to our neighborhood and our world.  We are HOPEFUL that we can continue to serve our families for many years to come.  We are HOPEFUL that we will always be able to recognize the abundance of God's grace flowing always in all ways!

Thank you and God bless you!

From all of us at Passaic Neighborhood Center for Women

2015: Our Artists

 Any history of the Center would be incomplete without a look at the art class. Click here to view a post from 2015, when art teacher Sr. Mary Culhane, SC, had been teaching the women for only three months.

Remember our first anniversary?

As we continue the celebration of our seventh anniversary, we are looking back in gratitude.  With that in mind, enjoy these photos from our first anniversary in 2014.  

Still Walking Down Memory Lane . . .

As we continue our celebration of the seventh anniversary of Passaic Neighborhood Center for Women, we would like to share these photos from our very first quilting class on October 22, 2013. The women’s skills and confidence have grown so much  from the time Sr. Patricia Reynolds, SC taught them to use a sewing machine until today.  Their quilting projects have been admired (and purchased) by people all over the country!  We are grateful to Sister Pat and to those who have made donations to our quilting program.  

Happy Anniversary!

Today we celebrate the seventh anniversary of the day the Passaic Neighborhood Center for Women opened its doors.  In contemplating what might be shared with you regarding our anniversary, we have decided to stroll down memory lane, started at the beginning.  So, please join us by viewing these photos from September 24, 2013.  

The very last photo of the montage shows our dear friends Sister Ursula Carr, SC (on the left).  We want to share with you that Sister Ursula passed away on Sunday, September 20.  We are saddened by this news, but we also know  that the Center has another strong intercession in heaven.  Our condolences to the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth and to Sister Ursula’s family and friends.  Rest In Peace, dear friend!   Click here for the obituary of Sister Ursula.  

As always, we are grateful to all of you for what you have done for us during the past seven years and what you continue to do for us each day!