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“We are each of us like a small mirror in which God searches for His reflection.”
Sister Beth Carrender, a beloved member of the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh, peacefully passed away on November 30, 2024, leaving a legacy of faith, service, and compassion.
Born in 1951 in Lexington, Missouri, Beth was the second of four children to Floyd and Theadora Carrender. She is survived by her siblings, Chuck, Paula Kay, and Kent (Vicki) as well as her nephew, Trent, who cherished her deeply.
Beth’s lifelong journey of love and service began in 1972 when she joined the Franciscan Sisters in Missouri. In 1980, she transferred to the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity and, in 1990, transferred her vows to the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh.
A gifted scholar, Sister Beth earned her master’s degree in Formative Spirituality from Duquesne University. She poured her knowledge and love of God into her work as the Vocation Director for the Benedictine community. Her ministry further extended across many areas and roles, including service at Nativity Parish, St. Killian Parish, St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, and St. Andrew Parish.
In 1997, Sister Beth followed her calling to Neon, Kentucky, where she became the Pastoral Assistant at Jesus of the Mountains Parish in Phelps. Her passion for nurturing and enabling others shone as she worked as a Recruitment and Certification Specialist for foster parents in Hazard and Phelps, KY. She was an active leader in the community, servicing advisory councils and initiatives dedicated to education, child welfare, and combating drug addiction.
In 2014, Sister Beth embraced a new role as Learning Center Coordinator for The Salvation Army Service Center, continuing her tireless efforts to uplift and support.
Sister Beth had a love of people, a heart for ministry and her life was a testament to selfless service, compassion, and unwavering faith. She will be remembered by her family, her many friends and her Benedictine Community for her kind spirit, her commitment to building relationships and her enduring dedication to spreading the gospel. May Sister Beth rest in the peace of God’s loving embrace.
A memorial Mass for Sr. Beth will be held on February 15
at 11 am at St. Benedict Monastery Chapel.
December 31, 2024
Arrival time 6:15
Presentation
Sister Janet Mock, CSJ
Peace Concert
featuring musicians from the
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
followed by refreshments
RSVP 724-502-2600 by December 27.
Limited to 30
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For more than 150 years, the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh have been ministering to those in need...in need of advocacy, housing, education, and even in need of shoes! In this video, Sister Shelly explains some of the ways we are reaching out to help others this year.
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