Sisters of the Holy Names
Founded in 1843 in Longueuil, Quebec, by Blessed Marie Rose Durocher, the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary were one of the first Canadian congregations of women religious dedicated to the ministry of education. Inspired by the zeal of Blessed Marie Rose, the Sisters seek to respond to the challenges of today through various forms of education—education in the faith, education in schools and education for justice.
The Sisters are dedicated to the full development of the human person through education, social justice, contemplation and the arts. They live each day promoting their core values which are at the heart of their charism. Special concern for poor and disadvantaged people, women and children characterizes their ministry in every setting. From their foundation, the Sisters have valued creativity and artistic expression in their members, students and partners in ministry.
SNJM Network
Academy of the Holy Names in Tampa is one of seven schools in the United States and Canada sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM). These SNJM Network Schools, individually and collaboratively, continue the founding spirit of the sisters and their foundress, Mother Marie Rose Durocher.
- Academy of the Holy Names - Tampa, Florida
- Ramona Convent Secondary School - Alhambra, California
- Holy Names High School - Oakland, California
- Academy of the Holy Names - Albany, New York
- St. Mary’s Academy - Portland, Oregon
- Holy Names Academy - Seattle, Washington
- St. Mary’s Academy - Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Fire Upon the Earth: The Legacy of the Sisters of the Holy Names
SNJM CORE VALUES
Full Development of the Human Person
Cultivating and respecting the talents, abilities and potential of each person, contributing to the development of all aspects of a person’s life
Education in the Faith
Creating an atmosphere which invites people to live, develop and express their faith
Hospitality
Being a gracious, accepting and welcoming presence for each person
Dedication to Women and Children
Seeing, understanding and responding to the needs of women and children
Dedication to Justice
Committing time, energy and resources to the pursuit of right relationships of equality, justice and solidarity
Service to People Who are Poor or Marginalized
Reaching out and responding to people who are impoverished, abandoned or living at the fringes of society
Commitment to Liberating Action
Seeking with others the freedom needed to live life fully without oppression
Love for the Names of Jesus and Mary
Embracing as guide, inspiration and strength the persons and names of Jesus and Mary