Stories

We invite you to read stories about the ministries and lives of our sisters, associates, partners, dear neighbors and others in our community.

Woman wearing a blue tshirt, sunglasses and a wide brimmed yellow and white striped hat stands in front of a mountain in the desert sun. She is holding a book titled "The Trek of the Seven Sisters."

Following the Trek of the Seven Pioneer Sisters to Tucson

Catherine Lucy
July 18, 2023July 18, 2023

This year, I was fortunate to be part of a group of ten following the Trek of the Seven Sisters to Tucson from May 15-19.

Multiple hands holding up the globe on an aqua background

Partnerships for the Planet

Catherine Slenker
July 17, 2023July 18, 2023

As our congregation has implemented various changes to reduce our plastic consumption and carbon footprint, we’ve been building bridges throughout the congregation, within our sponsored… Read More »Partnerships for the Planet

Eco-Challenge: Plastic Free July

Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
July 5, 2023July 5, 2023

Better than recycling, we can help by reducing our plastic consumption in the first place. Swap out some of the products that come into your… Read More »Eco-Challenge: Plastic Free July

A multi-ethnic group of 10 people stands together behind a desk in a darkened room. A woman with a headscarf in the middle holds a sign reading "IPEN."

Progress on the UN plastics treaty

Patty Johnson, CSJ
June 8, 2023June 27, 2023

The Congregations of Sisters of St. Joseph Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) attended the United Nations’ second Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-2) on Plastic Pollution in Paris from… Read More »Progress on the UN plastics treaty

A colorful array of produce sits on a gray countertop in green and white reusable mesh produce bags

Eco-Challenge: Pick your produce plastic-free

Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
June 1, 2023June 8, 2023

There are many factors to consider when you decide what grocery bags and produce bags are best for you and the environment.

Brown, green and tan bars of soap sit on top of a soap saver bag of unbleached cotton mesh.

Eco-Challenge: Ban plastic bottles from your bathroom

Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
May 1, 2023May 1, 2023

There are a plethora of eco-friendly soaps, shampoos and conditioners available in bar form with zero plastic packaging.

A minimalist line drawing in black ink on red paper shows Jesus on his knees holding the cross after falling.

Snapshots in Time: Stations of the Cross

Sally Budge
April 6, 2023April 6, 2023

During the Triduum, it seems fitting to highlight the artwork of Sister Anne Pierre Limoges depicting the fourteen stations. These beautiful, yet simple, pieces are… Read More »Snapshots in Time: Stations of the Cross

Earth Month 2023: Simple Living

Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
April 4, 2023April 11, 2023

This Earth Month, we invite you to reflect on one of The Vatican’s Laudato Si’ Goals: “Adoption of Sustainable Lifestyles.” Or more simply put, simple… Read More »Earth Month 2023: Simple Living