We, Sisters of Saint Joseph, have a unique relationship
with our sponsored works, places founded and supported
by our Congregation where our mission of unity directs
the mission, philosophy, values -- the very life of each
place. These sponsored works respond to educational, health
care, social service, spiritual and housing needs in our
world today. In these sponsored ministries our lay colleagues
partner with us in fostering a spirit of loving God and
neighbor without distinction.
Saint Joseph Academy
Founded in 1854 Saint Joseph Academy in McSherrystown,
Pennsylvania has adapted throughout its history to the
changing needs of our neighbors in Adams County. Today
the academy consists of a PreSchool and a CARES program
which serves the after-school needs of children from area
Catholic elementary schools. (717) 630-9990
Mount Saint Joseph Academy
Founded in 1858 Mount Saint Joseph Academy in Flourtown,
Pennsylvania is a college preparatory school preparing
young women in grades 9 through 12 to realize their fullest
potential through a holistic education enriched by the
values of the Catholic Church. (215) 233-3177, www.msjacad.org
Saint Joseph
Villa
Founded in 1968 Saint Joseph Villa in Flourtown, Pennsylvania
offers health care to the retired and infirm Sisters
of Saint Joseph and when possible to lay women and men,
and to members of other religious communities. (215)
836-4179, www.stjosephvilla.org
Saint Mary By-the-Sea
Founded in 1909 Saint Mary By-The-Sea Retreat House
in Cape May Point, New Jersey offers retreat opportunities
for sisters, associates and friends from June through
September. Saint Mary's spirit of reflection, community
and recreation fosters a sense of relationship with God,
with one another and with all creation. Sisters and friends
offer volunteer service in opening, staffing and closing
the retreat center in the spring, summer and fall months.
(609) 884-8878
SSJ Earth Center
In response to our vision that we "treasure and care for Earth" the Sisters of Saint Joseph Earth Center educates, celebrates and practices eco-spirituality and sustainability. http://www.ssjearthcenter.com
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Founded in 1920 Norwood-Fontbonne Academy in the Chestnut
Hill section of
Philadelphia educates girls and boys from pre-school level
through grade eight offering a curriculum which includes
a Montessori program, creative interactive classrooms
and an extended day program. (215) 247-3811, www.norfon.org
SSJ Center for Spirituality
Founded in 1975 the SSJ Center
for Spirituality offers both a presence and a place
for those who seek to be attentive to God's love in their
everyday lives, through spiritual direction, retreats
and other opportunities for deepening one's relationship
with God, with all people and with all creation. The Center
is located on the campus of Mount Saint Joseph Convent
and Chestnut Hill College. (215) 248-7222
Academy Village
Founded in 1982 Academy Village in McSherrystown, Pennsylvania
was the first venture in low-income housing for seniors
undertaken by the Sisters of Saint Joseph. Housed in two
renovated buildings formerly used by Saint Joseph Academy,
the apartments in Academy Village are rented to seniors
who qualify for federally subsidized housing. (717) 637-4441
Bethlehem Village
Founded in 1984 Bethlehem Village is supported by funds
from the Department of Housing and Urban Development and
directed in the spirit and mission of the Sisters of Saint
Joseph. The 100 apartments at Bethlehem Village offer
housing to seniors living on a limited income. (215) 233-0998
Saint Joseph Village
Founded in 1998 Saint Joseph Village is a good example
of adjusting our sponsored works to respond to current
neighborhood needs. An area of the property and part of
a building used by Saint Joseph Academy have been renovated
to provide 40 apartments for seniors living on a fixed
income.
(717) 637-4441
Cecilian Village
Founded in 2007 Cecilian Village sought a home in the Mt Airy section of Philadelphia. However, the facility of 49 one bedroom units of affordable housing for the elderly found a home of two plus acres on the historic grounds in McSherrystown. Here the residents and staff enjoy the pleasantries of Adams County and a rich tradition of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in the area.
Sisters of Saint Joseph Welcome
Center
Founded in 2002 the SSJ Welcome Center in the Kensington
area of Philadelphia offers opportunities that enable
poor immigrants and other newcomers to the neighborhood
to improve the quality of their lives through access to
education, support services and programs leading to self-sufficiency.
(215) 634-1696, www.ssjwelcomecenter.org
Chestnut Hill College
Founded in 1924 Chestnut Hill College in the Chestnut
Hill section of Philadelphia opened as a four year liberal
arts college for women. Throughout the years the college
expanded to include educational opportunities for both
men and women in the Undergraduate, Accelerated, Graduate,
and Post Graduate Divisions. Faithful to its rich history,
Chestnut Hill College continues to meet the challenges
of a changing society while maintaining its commitment
to values-oriented education. (215-248-7000) http://www.chc.edu
