The Union of Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (PBVM)

About Us

The Union of the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is an apostolic religious community. We are an international community and are located in Africa (Zambia & Zimbabwe), Canada (Newfoundland & Labrador), England (the mission area in the Holy Land falls under this Unit), India North, India South, Ireland North East (the mission area of Slovakia falls under both of the Irish Units), Ireland South West, Latin America, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines (the mission area in Thailand falls under this Unit), and the United States.

Mission

In fidelity to the Gospel, we participate in the universal mission of Jesus.

As Presentation Sisters, we are a vowed faith community who share the mission of Jesus. Inspired by our foundress Nano Nagle, we willingly go forth to any part of the world to work for justice, alleviate oppression and promote human dignity. Inspired by her example, we become as she was, a prophetic presence and voice in the service of people made poor. We embody her commitment to the education and care of the vulnerable and powerless as we respond creatively in our varied contexts and in a world very different to hers.

We are conscious of the interconnectedness of all that exists and of God’s revelation in all of life. We add our voices to those who work for healthier ecosystems and a healthier planet, knowing that where Earth is most exploited, those made poor suffer most. We work for the transformation of unjust systems, the integrity of creation and the flourishing of humanity and Earth. We network with persons and groups whose charism and values resonate with ours. As an International Congregation our vision, like Nano’s, reaches beyond our local situations and has a global consciousness and outreach.