As our nation continues to recover from the tragic mass shooting in Parkland and prepares for the next one with training, drills and simulations, the words of Pope Francis to the U.S. Congress in September 2015 resonate with us: “Why are deadly weapons being sold to those who plan to inflict … [Read more...]
Sisters participate in community vigil for Parkland
We stood with nearly 100 of our neighbors in Ambridge on February 25 to honor the Parkland students and pray for the safety of our children. Sister Mary Pellegrino offered the closing prayer, saying “may the hopes and the dreams of our children transform our own fears and our own hate into … [Read more...]
Sisters contribute 105 acres to Laurel Ridge State Park
As part of our mission to care for all of Creation, we partnered with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to contribute 105 acres of land to Laurel Ridge State Park. “The Sisters of St. Joseph are grateful for this opportunity to partner with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy,” says … [Read more...]
Sister Patti Rossi talks about experiences as a missionary
Sister Patti Rossi, Director of the Altoona-Johnstown Mission Office, was the guest on the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese TV program "Proclaim" on Sunday, December 17. Sister Patti talked with Bishop Mark Bartchak about her experiences as a missionary. The episode is below and Sister Patti’s section … [Read more...]
Sisters reflect on ministering to those who are incarcerated
In our Fall 2017 Dear Neighbor magazine, we share how our Sisters and Associates reach across the Ohio River to the Beaver County Jail to pray with and listen to the heartbreaking stories of women – many of whom feel hopeless and forgotten. For years, our Sisters have stepped into jails and … [Read more...]
