Associates of The Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste. Marie are men and women looking for a way to live out their baptismal commitment by sharing in the prayer and spiritual tradition of the Congregation.
They meet on a regular basis to share the spirituality and charism of The Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste. Marie. There is no expectation that Associates will necessarily share directly in the work of the Congregation. The sense of having a ministry within the mission of bringing unity to our surroundings is a service in which we all share. What could be more fitting than to bring the gift of healing, reconciling and unifying love to those we meet in today’s society? It is that great gift of love which is at the heart of our mission and ministry.
If you are interested in becoming an Associate of The Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste. Marie, ask yourself these two questions:
The following are ways of participating as associates.
For women or men married or single with a desire to share in the Spirituality of The Sisters of St. Joseph
Being an Associate is one way of participating in the life of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph. The congregation consists of professed members who make public profession within the canonical structure of the Catholic Church and Associates who make commitment to the congregation yearly on an individual basis.
Associates are women or men who desire to share in the congregation’s spirit and spirituality, and in the challenges of responding to the changing needs of the Church. They wish to provide mutual support in living the Gospel values of love and service.
Associate do not profess canonical vows, undertake no binding financial or legal commitments and continue to live in the life styles they have been called to by God.
Associates are joined with the Sisters of St. Joseph to develop their faith, share themselves through prayer, to offer each other the gift of encouragement, to develop relationships with a dedicated Christian group.
Association is open to Christians of all faiths who want to be affiliated with the Congregation.
Many people are seeking to meet the challenges of the gospel message and to experience more fully the spirit and community life of The Sisters of St. Joseph. Community life, however, is always in the process of becoming. It is a search after that which is life-giving. It allows persons to share their deepest feelings, hopes, fears, and beliefs.
Associates with the congregation search after a unity deep enough to transcend diversity. It is expressed and experienced in shared prayer, friendship and in the mission of unity and reconciliation.
Associates are seeking a fullness in Christ through a special bond with The Sisters of St. Joseph.
Associate Program
St. Joseph’s Motherhouse
2025 Main Street West
North Bay ON P1B 2X6
Tel (705) 474-3800
Fax (705) 495-3028
E-mail associates@csjssm.ca