Board
Rev. Sr. Carol I. Njoku, DMMM
Director of Mission, Sanctuary Missionaries of Divine Mercy.
Rev. Sr. Carol Ijeoma Njoku, is a Catholic nun of the Congregation of the Daughters of Mary Mother of Mercy (DMMM) and President of the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy. Guided by a profound vocation to witness God’s mercy, she founded this mission to bring hope, dignity, and compassionate presence to the most vulnerable—especially immigrants, the homeless, the elderly, and marginalized families.
With advanced academic training in International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law, International Law, Immigration and Refugee Policy, and Gender Representation, Sr. Carol seamlessly integrates scholarship with service. Her work extends beyond humanitarian aid to encompass spiritual care, legal support, and advocacy, reflecting a holistic commitment to human dignity and restoration.
Sr. Carol holds two doctoral degrees and is a certified mediator and chartered arbitrator with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (London). As an educator and mentor, she has taught and guided students across Africa, Europe, and the United States, while contributing to over thirty international research initiatives in areas including gender justice, migration, peacebuilding, restorative justice, and dispute resolution.
Through her leadership and collaboration with nonprofit and faith-based organizations, she has supported over 50,000 individuals across more than thirty countries. She has also participated in United Nations ECOSOC engagements, advancing the rights of women, children, and other vulnerable populations. Her work bridges global policy and grassroots action, translating advocacy into lasting community impact.
Under her leadership, the Sanctuary Missionaries of Divine Mercy continue to expand a mission rooted in Eucharistic spirituality and expressed through concrete acts of mercy—addressing homelessness, supporting immigrants, and fostering hope and human dignity without borders.
Very Rev. Fr. Mathias Onumajuru Ndulaka.
Director of the Board
Very Rev. Fr. Mathias Onumajuru Ndulaka is a Catholic priest with over forty-eight years of priestly ministry. Throughout his vocation, he has served in diverse roles, including as a pastor in Nigeria, a formator and vocation director, and a counselor. He retired in 2025 from his position as Chaplain and Director within the New York State prison system. A seasoned spiritual counselor and social worker, Fr. Ndulaka currently serves as Chairman of the Board for the Sanctuary Missionaries.
Rev. Fr. Prof. Lawrence Okwuosa
is a Catholic priest with over twenty years of dedicated ministry. He is a Professor of Religion and a former Provincial Superior of the Vincentian Fathers. With extensive international missionary experience in Italy and Africa, he currently serves at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut, providing spiritual guidance and support to patients, families, and staff. Fr. Prof. Okwuosa also serves as the Spiritual Director and a member of the Board for the Sanctuary Missionaries of Divine Mercy.
Professor Remigius Chibueze
is a distinguished scholar of international law and a licensed attorney in the State of California, with over two decades of professional experience. He serves on the Board of the Sanctuary Missionaries of Divine Mercy, where he is a trusted legal adviser. In this role, he generously provides pro bono legal services, supporting and advocating for the individuals and communities served by the mission.
Rev. Mother Dr. Marie Therese E. Okpala
Rev. Mother Dr. Marie Therese E. Okpala is the Superior General and Foundress of the Daughters of Divine Promise (DDP). A trained Clinical Psychologist, she served for over two decades with the County of Los Angeles. She brings a rich international religious and missionary background, having ministered as a teacher, high school principal, and missionary across Nigeria, Ireland, London, and Los Angeles.Under her leadership, the Daughters of Divine Promise collaborate with the Sanctuary Missionaries in advancing apostolic outreach to the homeless and the most vulnerable populations in California.
SUPPORTING TEAM
ATTORNEY CHANANKA RAMANAYAKA.
is a licensed attorney in the State of California. He serves as a pro bono attorney, providing vital legal support to low-income and vulnerable families and communities served by the Sanctuary Missionaries of Divine Mercy, as well as its partner organizations, Win-Dream International and the Daughters of Divine Promise.
Viviana Cooper
Viviana Cooper is a practicing Catholic and Publicity Secretary of the Sanctuary Missionaries, San Francisco branch. She is a seasoned professional in Architecture, Design, and Project Management, serving as Property Space Manager at San Francisco International Airport. Viviana co-leads the SFO Latinx Community group, mentors young adults, and is passionate about community service. She works with the team in coordinating the Sanctuary Missionaries’ monthly food outreach for unhoused community members. Happily married and a mother of three, she brings dedication, leadership, and faith-driven service to every aspect of her life.