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St. Louis
The “Gateway to the West,” St. Louis was an early foundation of the Loretto Community. One of its first missions outside of Kentucky, St. Louis remains a focal point of Loretto life and mission.
The Rep: Staff, Volunteers’ Celebrate 60 Years On Stage
Originally posted on the Webster-Kirkwood Times website July 13, 2026 In the mid-1960s, hotel magnate Conrad Hilton gifted $1.5 million to the Sisters of Loretto for construction of a new center for the performing arts — future home to The…
Celebrating together Christmas 2024 in the USA
By Maribah, Shaista and Saima One of the most significant aspects of Christmas is the emphasis on charity and helping those in need. This holy day brings people together in a spirit of love and generosity. A focus on generosity…
Student Literacy Corps continues Loretto legacy
Posted by The Journal, November 10, 2024 Webster University was founded by the Sisters of Loretto in 1915. If you aren’t familiar with the Loretto community, its mission then, as it is now, is to work for justice, always viewing…
Loretto celebrates International Day of Peace with Pinwheels for Peace
Three Loretto schools – Loretto Academy, El Paso, Texas.; Nerinx Hall High School, St. Louis; and St. Mary’s Academy, Denver – collaborated on making Pinwheels for Peace in anticipation of International Day of Peace on Sept. 21. Students in each…
Loretto and Nerinx Hall celebrate milestones together
This year Nerinx Hall High School celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding by Loretto. The school also celebrated the 212th year of Loretto’s own founding on April 25. The Foundation Day celebration included presentations and discussions on topics that…
Loretto congratulates Nerinx Hall on being named a 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School Awardee
Congratulations to Nerinx Hall! Loretto congratulates Nerinx Hall High School, which has been selected as a 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School (ED-GRS), marking a significant milestone in the institution’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The U.S.…
New research unearths first black student at Webster University; long before other colleges
Published by Total Information AM on February 22, 2024 Webster University Professor Annie Stevens, and DEI Associate Vice President Vincent Flewellen join Debbie and Scott in studio talking about how new research revealed the story of Vada Lee Easter. Listen…
A St. Louis Christmas
In St. Louis, several Community members came together to celebrate.
‘What about the girls?’: Marian Middle School is Loretto’s answer
The question that began the project that is now called Marian Middle School was asked by Loretto Sister Nancy Wittwer, “What about the girls?” The answer to that question is held deep in the heart of Loretto. Catholic families who…
Loretto celebrates collaborative work with St. Louis artist and teacher Rudy Torrini
The Loretto Community celebrates the creative minds and hearts of its members. Our authors, poets, sculptors, artists and craftspeople enhance the life of the Community and the wider world with their works. This week we highlight Loretto’s love for artist…
Schools founded by Sisters of Loretto carry on Loretto’s tradition of excellence
Nerinx Hall High School, Missouri Loretto Academy, Texas St. Mary’s Academy, Colorado Webster University, Missouri I am grateful for the strong example of Loretto women who created and led thisinstitution and continue to support us through their generous friendship and…
Students find fulfillment and camaraderie volunteering at Loretto Motherhouse in Kentucky
Students from Loretto Academy in El Paso, Nerinx Hall High School in St. Louis and St. Mary’s Academy in Englewood, Colo., volunteered at the Motherhouse in Nerinx, Ky., for a week in June. Theresa O’Rourke, chaperone and librarian at Loretto…