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 Nearly 200 years ago, Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton founded the Sisters of Charity of Saint Joseph's, the first new community for religious women to be established in the United States. She also began Saint Joseph's Academy and Free School, the first free Catholic School for girls staffed by Sisters in the United States.
Elizabeth Ann Seton's enduring legacy now includes six communities of religious women with more than 5,000 members, numerous schools, social service centers, and hospitals throughout America and around the world. Her works led to her Canonization on Sunday, September 14, 1975, in Saint Peter's Square, by Pope Paul VI. She is the first American-born citizen of the United States to be canonized and her remains are entombed here at Emmitsburg in the Basilica that bears her name.
The year 2009 is expected to be an exciting time for the Daughters and Sisters of Charity, and for everyone who is devoted to Mother Seton. If you are planning to join our celebration in Emmitsburg, browse this site for information on news and events. General visitor information is provided on the Seton Shrine web site. Should you need to speak to someone for additional help, you may contact us.
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