During the time of Advent and Christmas, this article shares how the song refrain “Let heaven and nature sing” speaks to “the possibility of joy in these days of difficulty and struggle, pain and despair in the lives of so many and in the world more widely…. [and] resonates with hope … for the whole of Creation”.
Gathering the Graces of Summer
In this Vocation Alive article, Sr. Pat Carter describes a summer of graces by attending the Ontario Region Development & Peace Assembly, the (pre G-7) People’s Forum meeting in Calgary, and the 375th anniversary celebration of the Sisters of St. Joseph.
A Culture of Vocation
In this Vocation Alive article, Julie Cachia explores the phrase a culture of vocation and how it promotes a nurturing and honouring sacred space.
Grandmothering and Living the Charism
In this Vocation Alive article, Associate Leader and member of the Federation’s Vocation Animation Committee Linda Moody shares a reflection about “Grandmothering and Living the Charism “..
Celebrating a New Sister
In this Federation newsletter article, Sr. Dorothy Schweitzer introduces us to Jennifer Martin who recently became a Sister of St. Joseph novice.
The Vocation of a Sister Teacher
In this reflection, Sr. Pat Carter shares the joy of teaching and what inspired her to pursue this vocation as a Sister of St. Joseph.
Partners in Mission
In this December 2023 newsletter article, Julie Cachia (member of the Federation Vocation-Animation Committee) shares highlights of the Mission Alive program that she attended at the International Centre in Le Puy and how mission deeply informs her vocation ministry.
The Other – A Vocation Perspective
This Vocation Alive article in the September 2023 Federation newsletter asks us to consider “Who is the other for you?” and how do we react when meeting someone new.
