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Celebrating 375 Years
This year, the Sisters of St. Joseph celebrate a remarkable milestone - 375 years of love, service, and unity.
Founded by six women and a Jesuit priest in 1650 in Le Puy, France, the Sisters of St. Joseph were established to love God and serve the "dear neighbor" without distinction. They were established during a time of social, religious, political, and economic hardship, working to meet the needs of the people by doing whatever was necessary.
These six women were named Françoise Eyraud, Clauda Chastel, Marguerite Burdier, Anna Chaleyer, Anna Vey, and Anna Brun. The Jesuit priest was Jean Pierre Médaille, SJ.
Since then, their mission of peace, justice, and compassion has touched the lives of people across the globe.