Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester

09/03/2026

to Sister Virginia Schmitz and Sister Shirley Pilot representing our Brazil mission during a festive Labor Day parade at the French Road Motherhouse in 2003. Both Sisters served in Brazil during the mission's early years.

09/02/2026

What to Know Wednesday from the Office of Justice, Peace & Care for Creation.

08/30/2026

In this week's "Welcoming the Holy," Sister Melissa Gernon reflects on listening to God with trusting hearts, recognizing that we may not immediately understand His ways.

Weekly reflections from our Sisters.

08/30/2026

What does "work" mean after a lifetime of service? As Labor Day approaches, Sister Susan Schantz reflects on the many ways work connects us, challenges us, heals us, and becomes our response to the dear neighbor. Click here to read her reflection: https://ssjfreshwind.blogspot.com/2026/08/words-about-work.html

08/28/2026

Summer fun and friendship! Some of our Sisters recently enjoyed a delightful outing with several Mercy Sisters at Bruster's Ice Cream. While the ice cream was certainly a treat, the joy of sharing laughter, stories, and friendship made the day even sweeter. We are so grateful for the many blessings that come from walking this journey of faith together. 💙🍦

From l-r: Sisters Kathy Wahl (Mercy), Anne Marie Mathis (Mercy), Raymond Joseph (Mercy), Kathy Fletcher, Ellen Galvin, Pat Carroll, Bernarde Entress (Mercy), Celeste Boyle (Mercy), and Mary Ann Sliwa.

08/27/2026

to three of our Sisters vacationing at a cottage owned by the family of Sister Ancilla and Sister Mary George Dash, 1966. In the privacy of the lakeside camp, the Sisters could take a break from wearing their restrictive guimpes.

08/26/2026

What to Know Wednesday from the Office of Justice, Peace & Care for Creation
During the Season of Creation (September 1- October 4), we renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through celebration, conversion, and commitment. This year’s theme: Living Water.
• Ecological restoration: Water as a symbol of healing for degraded ecosystems
• Spiritual renewal: Connection between faith, baptism, and transformation
• Human responsibility: Stewardship of natural resources, especially water
• Climate justice: Focus on communities most affected by water scarcity and pollution.
Find out more at:

The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through celebration, conversion, and commitment together.

08/24/2026

🦬 BILLS MAFIA—SHARE THIS CHANCE TO WIN BIG WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY! 🏈💙❤️

As part of our "Sisters and Spirits Alive!" fundraiser, we are excited to offer one lucky raffle winner two premium tickets to the Buffalo Bills vs Baltimore Ravens game on Sunday, November 1 at 1:00 PM.

🏟️ These incredible seats are just five rows from the field in Buffalo's new stadium and have an approximate retail value of $1,100 each!

🎟️ Cost of Raffle Tickets:
• 1 for $100
• 3 for $200

Purchase your raffle tickets at the SSJ Motherhouse Reception Desk (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday—Friday) until September 24, or call 585-641-8138.

🎉The winning ticket will be drawn during the fundraiser on September 25. The winner does not need to be present to redeem the prize. If your name is drawn, you will be contacted directly.

You can also learn more about the "Sisters and Spirits" fundraiser at https://www.ssjrochester.org/sistersandspirits.

08/23/2026

Sister Kathy Weider continues our reflection on today's reading in this week's "Welcoming the Holy." Click here to read: https://www.ssjrochester.org/welcoming-the-holy

08/23/2026

What if Jesus' question to Peter is also meant for us: "Who do you say I am?" Sister Joan Sobala explores how Psalm 62's image of God as our rock and refuge finds its fulfillment in Christ—and how answering that question shapes the way we live, love, and serve others.
Click here to read: https://ssjfreshwind.blogspot.com/2026/08/who-do-you-say-i-am.html