From the time of their foundation, the Sisters of Saint Joseph have lived among the people, sharing their daily lives and responding to the needs of the time. This is led by a Josephite spirituality which is grounded in the lived experience of daily life.
The Sisters, and those who support the Congregation, conduct their work through four main areas:
- Church organisations
- Government and/or not-for-profit organisations
- Individual projects and
- Josephite Ministries or Sisters of Saint Joseph Incorporated Works:
- Mary MacKillop Today
- Mary MacKillop Place (not incorporated)
- St Anthony’s Family Care, Croydon, NSW
- Mary MacKillop Spirituality Ministry
- Mary MacKillop College, Kensington, SA
These Works are an expression of the Sisters of Saint Joseph’s mission. They are a way of progressing and expanding the original charitable actions of the Congregation dating back to its founding in 1866 by Mary MacKillop and Julian Tenison Woods.
People who live the Josephite Values and Mission are increasingly supporting and enabling the works of the Sisters to continue and flourish by becoming a Josephite Affiliate or Companion, a Sisters of Saint Joseph Works Board Director, volunteering for Josephite works, or joining social justice and advocacy groups.
For more information on how to get involved Contact Us and select General Enquiries in the Enquiry Type option.
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