375th Anniversary of the Sisters of St. Joseph
The U.S. Federation of Sisters of St. Joseph joins with our international congregations in celebrating the 375th anniversary of our founding. The Sisters of St. Joseph began with six women meeting in small kitchen in Le Puy, France in 1650. These six women had a common desire to grow in their love of God and serve the unmet needs of the people around them, whom they came to call their “dear neighbors.” These women, with the spiritual direction of a Jesuit priest, Jean Pierre Medaille, formed the first community of Sisters of St. Joseph. From their humble beginnings as widows meeting in a small kitchen, the order grew to include communities all over the world. Today, we continue to respond to the unmet and critical needs of our contemporary society and world. Our mission, informed by a deep and pervasive love of God and neighbor without distinction, moves us to respond in a spirit of unifying, reconciling love to the needs of our local communities, the people of God, and the global community in which we live.
Starting on Founders’ Day October 15, 2024 until October 15, 2025, the Sisters of St. Joseph will celebrate their 375th Jubilee Anniversary Celebration. The U.S. Federation of the Sisters of St. Joseph will host a variety of events to honor this historic anniversary, including Founders’ Day prayer services, listening sessions, and an in-person/virtual Celebration Event in Kansas City. Stay tuned as we announce the dates to some of these events.
375th Anniversary Celebration Event
We are looking forward to celebrating with everyone in-person in 2025. Similar to past large gatherings by the Federation, folks are invited to join us for a weekend full of inspiring speakers, opportunities for building community, and celebrating our shared heritage. The 375th Anniversary Celebration Event will take place in Kansas City, MO July 18-20, 2025. Learn more about the 375th Anniversary Celebration Event in Kansas City here.
