January 2017
Prayer Vigil to Commemorate the 9th Annual National Human Trafficking Awareness Day
The Anti-Trafficking Coalition of the Boston Unit of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious is committed to raising awareness and inspiring action that will stop the demand for human trafficking in our neighborhoods and our world. We will gather in our Motherhouse Chapel. Warm beverages and refreshments served after the vigil. Date: Sunday, January 8, 2017 Time: 1:00-2:30pm Location: Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, 637 Cambridge Street s Brighton, MA 02135
Find out more »Dr. James J. O’Connell, M.D., Lessons from the Street: Three Decades of Boston’s Rough Sleepers
Dr. James J. O’Connell, known as “Dr. Jim” to the numberless homeless population he has served over the past 30 years. He is a graduate of Harvard Medical School and currently an assistant professor of medicine there. Serving Boston’s homeless was not a career path Dr. Jim might normally have chosen upon completion of his residency at MGH. But once introduced to the work and the people, initially at the Pine Street Inn, he was captivated by the possibilities. The…
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The Gathering Circle for Mothers of Children with Special Needs
The Gathering Circle for mothers of children with special needs has been meeting for several years now. This Circle offers support to mothers from greater Boston and beyond and serves as a respite or welcoming space in the often chaotic world of parenthood. Lisa describes our Circle this way, “Bringing up a child with special needs can be very challenging, though rewarding. The Circle is a refuge from my busy world, my busy life. To sit and with peers whose…
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Aging in Grace in Mid-life and Later Years – Women’s Retreat in Nahant, MA
Aging in Grace in Mid-life and Later Years Sponsored by The Women’s Table A ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston Women’s Retreat in Nahant, MA This retreat will consider aging as a gift. We will deepen our knowledge and acceptance of self and God or a Higher Power in a reflective and freeing way. If you are in transition, mid-life, facing retirement or just desirous of growth, this retreat is for you! March 25, 2017 - 9:30…
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Earth Day Celebration with the Sisters of St. Joseph
Join us in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of our Corporate Stance on Behalf of the Earth April 22, 2017 — 3:00-4:00 pm We begin at the fountain in the back of the Motherhouse and pray at various spots on the property. Eucharistic Liturgy at 4:00 pm in Motherhouse Chapel Corporate Stance on Behalf of the Earth We, the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston and Associates - as individuals, as local communities, as Congregation, as peoples of the earth,…
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Share the Journey: Join in Prayer during NATIONAL MIGRATION WEEK
You are invited to the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse Wednesday, January 10, 2018 to “Share the Journey” and join in prayer for National Migration Week There will be prayer services at 12:00 noon and 7:00 p.m. 637 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA 02135 All are welcome On September 27, 2017, Pope Francis launched the 2-year "Share the Journey" campaign, with migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. He is asking us to hear their stories, literally, share their journeys and see…
Find out more »Immigration 101
Immigration 101 will take place on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 – 10:00 a.m. – noon at the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, 637 Cambridge Street, Brighton, MA 02135. Join us for a presentation and conversation with Immigration Lawyer, Norah Alaraifi Softic, A Know Your Rights Attorney for Refugee and Immigration at Catholic Charities in Boston. Ms. Softic will be presenting pertinent up to the minute information on DACA and TPS along with ways immigrants can empower themselves during these turbulent times. There…
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Make a Difference in Allston Brighton!
The Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston Present “Make a Difference in Allston/Brighton Day” An evening to honor Allston Brighton volunteers as we present many local organizations in need of more help. Come and mingle. Find out. Sign up. Become a volunteer. 637 Cambridge Street Brighton, MA October 29, 2018 6:15 P.M.-8 P.M. The Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston are pleased to host the 2018 “Make a Difference in Allston/Brighton” at the Motherhouse in Brighton. This day will serve…
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