The Josephite Colloquium

In several States, teachers and other professionals who are carrying on the educational and health care ministries of the Sisters take part in various processes to reflect on the charism. One such process is called a Josephite Colloquium.

The word 'Colloquium' means 'Conversation' or 'Conference' or 'Discussion'. The Josephite Colloquium provides an opportunity to pause, reflect and get in touch with the Josephite Mission and Spirituality, focusing on the lives and charism of Blessed Mary MacKillop and Father Julian Tenison Woods .

History

Initially the Colloquium was set up for teachers from Josephite secondary schools. It became so popular that the invitation was extended to other groups of people working with our sisters / in our ministries:  to representatives from Congregational Secondary Schools beyond NSW, the Federation Josephite Schools, and those from NSW Incorporated Works.

It is now offered to Primary Schools and to staff from our healthcare and other Josephite ministries now and from the past.

The two-day Program is so popular it is now offered bi-annually at Mary MacKillop Place North Sydney.

The Josephite Colloquium provides an opportunity to pause, reflect and get in touch with the Josephite Mission and Spirituality.

The two-day Program is so popular it is now offered bi-annually at Mary MacKillop Place North Sydney.

Quarterly Reunion/Meetings

Meetings are held on the 3rd Friday of each School Term. The aim is to rekindle the dream in prayer, provide input on a relevant theme and share a meal.

 "Connections"

A quarterly newspaper is published ensuring that members are kept in touch with Ministry news and Congregational and/or Province initiatives.

Ongoing Renewal and Revitalisation

From time to time a weekend or day is set aside for more in-depth reflection and sharing.

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