Who We Are…
Since 1873, the Sisters of St. Joseph have been of service to the greater Boston area. We are ordinary women from all walks of life.
We are sisters, associates, agrégées, and partners on a mission. In all we are and do, we hope to be women and men of unifying love, freeing others to be themselves in Christ.
Together, we contribute to a world desperately in need of unity. We are united in this mission with Sisters of St. Joesph and lay partners all over the world.
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Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy Retreat
On Thursday, September 3, twenty-eight teachers and administrators from St John Paul II Catholic Academy in Dorchester spent a day of Retreat at the Motherhouse.
Remembering 9/11
In the words of Sister Marilyn McGoldrick, we, as Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, “continue to be people who choose hope.” During a pensive service, sisters, associates, agrégées, and partners in mission gathered to pray…
Home Run! Celebrating Sister Kathleen
After serving for fifteen years as the Senior Director for Partnerships for the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) at the University of Notre Dame, Sister Kathleen Carr, CSJ, transitioned to emerita status on June 30, 2026.
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Our Ministries
We fulfill our mission through a diversity of ministries inspired by the ever-changing needs of the Church and the world; we build right relationships and community where we live and work.
These ministries address the interconnectedness of housing, literacy, justice and peace, education, healthcare and more. They embrace our core values of gracious hospitality, love and service of the dear neighbor without distinction, peaceful resolution of conflict, and care for all God’s creation.
Casserly House
St. Joseph Spiritual Ministries
Bethany Health Care Center
Bethany Hill Place
Fontbonne, the Early College of Boston
Jackson Walnut Park School
