The Silence of the Bells
The silencing of bells marks the beginning of the Easter Triduum. In many churches, the altar bells are replaced by a wooden percussion instrument called a crotalus.
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We invite you to read stories about the ministries and lives of our sisters, associates, partners, dear neighbors and others in our community.
The Gift of Liturgical Dance
Liturgical dance is the art of dance that takes place in the context of a liturgy or worship service. Much like liturgical music, the purpose of liturgical dance is the deepening and enriching of the community’s prayer.
Advocating for Economic Equity in Los Angeles
In the last two weeks, we saw the Olympic values of striving for excellence, encouraging people to be the best they can be, demonstrating respect and celebrating friendship. Through the lens of a Sister of St. Joseph, this is another way to explain the charism. This ministry of serving the dear neighbor is alive and well in Los Angeles.
2026 Congregational Leadership Team
Meet the five members of the Congregational Leadership Team of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet serving from 2026 to 2032.
FAITH Accompaniment Program
Sister Maureen Evelyn Brown, CSJ and Ryan Martin-Spencer wrote brief reflections on their experiences attending immigration hearings with the FAITH Program.
Mass at the Border
The 28th annual Mass at the border took place on November 1 in El Paso, Texas. This Eucharistic celebration brings together communities in Texas, Mexico and New Mexico to pray for migrants.
Archives Pilgrimage to Toronto
In September, congregational archivist Catherine Lucy embarked on a Sisters of St. Joseph heritage tour to Toronto, Ontario.
Celebrating 375: Anything of Which a Woman is Capable
As a part of the Sisters of St. Joseph 375th Jubilee Anniversary, we’re reflecting on integral parts of our history and spirituality. This month, we’re reflecting on our calling to do “anything of which a woman is capable.”
Founders Day and the first French sisters in America
Every year on October 15, the Sisters of St. Joseph mark the founding of the congregation in Le Puy, France, back in 1650. This year’s Founders Day is extra special as the Sisters of St. Joseph mark the 375th anniversary of this founding.
Building bridges with language learning
In mid-June, six Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and ten Sisters of St. Basil met online to celebrate their experience of being together, teaching and learning English, that began in 2023.