Congregation elects new leadership team

Above from left: Sisters Patrice Werner, OP (prioress); Eileen Ivory, OP; Elsie Bernauer, OP (vicaress); Patricia Tavis, OP. Photo by Raj Aitwal.
Above from left: Sisters Patrice Werner, OP (prioress); Eileen Ivory, OP; Elsie Bernauer, OP (vicaress); Patricia Tavis, OP. Photo by Raj Aitwal.

On Sunday, April 12, the Dominican Sisters of Caldwell, New Jersey, selected new leadership for the next five years. The Chapter of Elections concluded the Caldwell Dominicans’ Chapter 2015, which began in February. Sister Patrice Werner, whose five-year term will begin with a formal installation ceremony June 28, was chosen as prioress. Sister Patrice succeeds Sister Arlene Antczak, who is completing 10 years as prioress. Sisters Elsie Bernauer (vicaress), Eileen Ivory, and Patricia Tavis will serve as council members with Sister Patrice.