Sister Mary Carmen Spayd

Hometown: Mariah Hill, Indiana

Testimonial Quote: As a youngster, I said I wanted to be a sister and fulfilled that dream in 1943. I never felt as if I had to prove myself to the community.

Entrance Date: September 8, 1944

First Profession Date: June 6, 1946

Perpetual Profession Date: June 6, 1949

Position: Flower arranging

Educational Background:
• Grade School - Mariah Hall
• High School – Academy
• Bachelor’s degree in Education - St. Benedict College
• Master of Business Administration degree - Notre Dame

Work Background:
• Business Education at St. Ferdinand and Forest Park, Mater Dei High School

Present Ministry: Prayer Monastery Service

Other Interests: Flower arrangements in past gardening.

What attracted me to this community: Example of Sisters who taught me.