To Everything There is a Season

On March 31, 2024, the newly-created HNEM bid farewell to Patrick Lynch, outgoing Manager of Educational Ministries, as he began his next phase of life as full-time ‘GrandDa’ and to pursue writing. Patrick ministered in what was then called the “Incorporated Province Ministries” for five years. During this time, he was instrumental in the groundwork that was laid to bring HNEM to fruition, including helping author the petition submitted to the Vatican for approval as an MPJP. He worked with the Corporate Member Board, Ministry leaders and their Boards to communicate about this transition and helped each entity to revise their corporate documents to reflect this new entity. He also worked with the Charism Education Committee to create a Formation Program for ministry leaders and supported the Member Board before and during the transition to HNEM. Patrick’s gifts in administration and school leadership, together with his wonderful sense of humor and his presence, are an indelible part of the history of HNEM as well as a beacon to our future.

Patrick shared that “Working with the Educational Ministries and the Province was the most joyous position imaginable. As we ventured to start the new innovative MPJP we together ensured that the blessing of the SNJM Charism that formed all of us continues to support and shape students and future leaders at the amazing Educational Ministries. May HNEM be graced in myriad ways and may the Sisters be proud of the work ahead.”

Thank you, Patrick, for all you have done to bring HNEM into being and for your love and commitment to our ministries. You have been, and continue to be, a treasured friend, and we are grateful.