Vincentian Pathways

Vincentian Pathways: Preserving Sacred Land

Vincentian Pathways is a restoration initiative dedicated to preserving and renewing the historic land once home to the Vincentian Sisters of Charity. For generations, the Sisters lived, prayed, and worked on this sacred ground, creating a place of peace, reflection, and natural beauty for all who visited.

Today, with Light of Hearts Villa as fiduciary agent, we are carrying forward their vision by restoring the gardens, pond, and pathways. This land is not only a vital connection to the Sisters’ legacy—it is also a gift to the broader Bedford community and beyond, offering a place of reflection, walking, and renewal for generations to come.

Phase 1: Building the Foundation

The first step is the most important. Vincentian Pathways is embarking on Phase 1 of our restoration project, beginning with the Lower Gateway portion of the property, which includes the beloved pond area.

This phase will:

• Create a new park entrance along the drive between Villa San Bernardo and Light of Hearts Villa

• Add a welcoming park sign, vibrant plantings, and a pedestrian walkway

• Address erosion issues and improve access roads, creating a one-way loop around the pond

• Extend the drive to the southwest portion with much-needed drainage improvements and beautification

Although driveways and infrastructure may not seem glamorous, this $200,000 foundation phase is essential. Without it, the vision of restoring the gardens and grounds in line with the Sisters’ legacy cannot move forward.

Our Goal for #weGiveCatholic

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Fred DiSanto, all gifts are being matched dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000. We are already halfway to this match goal, but we need your help to unlock the full amount.

For #weGiveCatholic, we’ve set a goal of raising $5,000—every dollar on Giving Tuesday brings us closer to the full $50,000 match and ensures this vital first phase can begin.

Why It Matters

This project is more than bricks, driveways, and landscaping—it’s about honoring the Sisters’ vision and ensuring their legacy of stewardship continues to inspire. With your help, Vincentian Pathways will once again become a place of beauty, peace, and reflection for all.

✨ Every contribution, no matter the size, will double in impact and bring us closer to making this vision a reality.