Associate
relationship has a rich history with the Sisters of Saint
Joseph. The founders, six women and Jean Pierre Medaille,
SJ, envisioned an openness to sisters' bonding with others
who became spiritual companions and coworkers while continuing
in their own lifestyle as married, widowed, or single
persons. Today while associates' involvement varies according
to the ordinary circumstances of their lives, they share
a commitment to the Congregation's mission of unity.
All
associates are Friends of the Congregation
who pray for the common mission of the Sisters of Saint
Joseph and Associates; receive the congregational Newsletter;
and are invited to many events sponsored by SSJ Associates
in Mission and the Congregation.
Some
associates choose to participate in a Christian
Growth Group by coming together regularly with Sisters
of Saint Joseph to share faith, prayer, and where possible,
ministry.
Some
associates serve as a Full Time Lay Volunteers
who work for a year or two in full-time ministry
with the Sisters of Saint Joseph in a simple lifestyle
that integrates service, community, and prayer.
For further information contact:
Rose Andrea Loughery
SSJ
SSJ Associates in Mission
9701 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118-2694
(215)248-7239
