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Respond boldly.

Dare to be prophetic.

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet are a congregation of Catholic sisters. We, and those who share our charism and mission, are motivated in all things by our profound love of God and the dear neighbor.

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Our spirituality

The spirituality of the Sisters of St. Joseph is centered in love, the central commandment of Jesus—a love that seeks to achieve unity of neighbor with neighbor and neighbor with God. Our life together in prayer and in community impels us to reach out to the dear neighbor, whoever they may be, whatever the need they might have.

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Our commitment to justice

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet work to bring loving unity to a divided world. Urgent needs call us to bold conversation and prophetic action. We educate, advocate and take action to promote social justice. 

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Compassion Without Borders and Quinoa Salad

On May 15, Sister Suzanne Jabro, CSJ spoke with Fuel the Body, Fuel the Soul participants about compassion without borders. Sister Gladys Leigh, CSJ provided her recipe for creative quinoa salad.

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Celebrating 375: Sharing of the Heart

As a part of the Sisters of St. Joseph 375th Jubilee Anniversary, we’re reflecting on integral parts of our history and spirituality. This May, we’re reflecting on our practice of Sharing of the Heart.

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Growing Community Roots

Our sisters and consociates founded Growing Community Roots, a nonprofit that raises funds for water catchment systems, sanitation facilities, community gardens and tree farms for schools in West Kenya.

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Explore the variety of ways to be a part of our community. The family of Joseph includes sisters, associates, agrégrées, St. Joseph Workers, partners in mission and all of our donors and supporters.

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Upcoming events

Jun 26
Pride Month prayer and conversation
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Jul 18
375th Anniversary Celebration Event
July 18 - July 20
Jul 19
Virtual Prayer Service
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Aug 07
Beer & Bites
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Aug 19
Virtual Prayer Service
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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About us

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet are a congregation of Catholic sisters. We, and those who share our charism and mission, are motivated in all things by our profound love of God and our dear neighbors. We seek to build communities and bridge divides between people. Since our first sisters gathered in 1650, our members have been called to “do all things of which women are capable.” The first sisters of our congregation arrived in St. Louis, Missouri in 1836, and we now have additional locations in St. Paul, Albany, Los Angeles, Hawaii, Japan and Peru. Today, we commit to respond boldly to injustice and dare to be prophetic.

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