by Mary Beth Legg, LOC, Los Angeles, CA
During the month of June, 2014 I traveled to Israel (Holy Land) and Jordan leading a Pilgrimage with 41 people including three priests and two nuns. We were very blessed to have arrived home in Los Angeles two days before the bombing started between Hamas and Israel.

While visiting Ain Karem, we celebrated Mass at the Church of John The Baptist as well as the site of the visitation of Blessed Virgin Mary with Elizabeth and Zechariah. Very nearby, on a hill, sits St. Vincent Ain Karem Home for Children with Special Needs.
St. Vincent Ain Karem was founded in l964 under the ownership and management of the Daughters of Charity. The location, building and grounds are simply beautiful. Due to a time schedule, I regret not being able to spend more time with Sister Susan. It was one of the highlights of my trip.
4 thoughts on “My Visit to St. Vincent Ain Karem Home for Children with Special Needs, Jerusalem”
Thank you for sharing your experience at St. Vincent Ain Karem Home for Children with Special Needs. The Daughter of Charity, who is identified as Sr. Veronica,looks like Sr. Susan Sheehan, who is a friend of mine. Sr. Jane
Dear Sister Jane;
Perhaps I remembered the name incorrectly. Sorry!
Sister Susan is now properly identified! Thank you Sister Jane.
Mary Beth, My daughter and I visited St. Vincent Ain Karem in 2010 following a pilgrimage to Israel. Your experience reminded me of Sister Susan and the wonderful visit we had with her. Their work is truly inspirational and our experience will always be remembered. Marlyss Giles