WHO WE ARE
| MISSION The Sisters of St. Joseph are women of faith, sustained by our love of God, who through our ministries reach out to a world in distress to help the “Dear Neighbor.” The Spirit calls us to live out our consecration in community, and with the strength that comes from our life together, to turn beyond ourselves to serve a world in need. We love freely. We live simply. We listen attentively. Thus, we realize our commitment to Jesus Christ by doing what He does, giving ourselves for others. Our congregation from its foundation has been dedicated to the exercise of ‘all of the spiritual and corporal works of mercy of which woman is capable and which most benefit the dear neighbor.' |
| MINISTRIES The Sisters of St. Joseph are committed to making visible God's great love in and for the world. We try to do this in all of our ministries and relationships. You can find us in a variety of places and types of work, since our mission of uniting neighbor with neighbor and neighbor with God can take place in nearly any setting. We are committed to the Gospel work of serving our neighbors by helping them to know of God's great love for them and for all. Check our individual congregations' websites to learn about the ministries of the sisters in each one. |
| SPIRITUALITY The mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph is rooted in the mission of Jesus, the same mission which continually unfolds in the church: "that all may be one…" (John 17:21) This mission is lived through a spirituality of relationships: with God, with one another, with all people and with all of creation. Active and inclusive love animates us to build relational communities wherever we live and serve. Our mission as Sisters of St. Joseph is always current in a world which yearns for love and justice. Jesus, you are Light in a world of violence and oppression; teach us to reflect your light that people may know hope. Jesus, you are the Food that satisfies and sustains; help us to work that the abundance of this world may be rightfully shared with those who are hungry. Jesus, you are the Way, the Truth, the Life; may we walk with those who hunger for meaning, who search for truth, who journey toward the living waters. Jesus, you did not seek your own glory; strengthen us to witness to Gospel values and to serve the dear neighbor without distinction. Jesus, you are our Savior and our peace; may we live and work to bring all people into union with you and with one other. Prayer from Daily Prayer, Daily Bread: Morning and Evening Prayer for Lent published 2003 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Medaille. |
