UN gathering an opportunity to highlight action against human trafficking
For Sarah Puls, an invitation to take ACRATH’s work against modern slavery and human trafficking to the global stage was a privilege and an affirmation of action at the grassroots.
Sister Kawi Arebonto appointed first Local Leader for Kiribati
The Good Samaritan Sisters in Kiribati have had two occasions for thanksgiving recently, with Sister Kawi Arebonto appointed the Congregation’s Local Leader and Sister Taabeia Ibouri renewing her temporary vows.
Grief and loss: sharing the journey
Sister Geraldine Kearney SGS gave a presentation on Loss and Grief in Religious Life recently, touching on a range of vulnerable areas for congregations affected by rapid change and diminishment.
Benedict’s Rule a guide for the Church in its approach to synodality
For Abbot Christopher Jamison OSB, St Benedict’s call at the beginning of his Rule to “Listen” is a much-needed skill and practice in a world has become hyper-focused on speaking.
Immersion experience in Bacolod inspires young parishioners
The young adults’ group from St Christopher’s Parish, Syndal in Melbourne has spent 10 days in Bacolod, the Philippines, contributing to the ministries of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan.
Film explores transforming grief into a bridge for reconciliation
The documentary film, ‘The Narrow Bridge’, by Australian psychologist and film-maker Esther Takac is a thought-provoking exploration of the power of forgiveness and compassion in the face of unimaginable suffering,
Work begins on Good Samaritan Village crisis accommodation
The Good Samaritan Inn has marked a significant milestone in construction of the Good Samaritan Village, a purpose-built crisis accommodation facility for women, children and gender-diverse people escaping family violence.
Sister in Residence program connects school with Good Samaritan charism
Sister Judy Foster SGS recently spent a week with students and staff at Saint Mary’s Catholic College in Kingaroy, Queensland, as part of the school’s inaugural Sister in Residence program.
For Jaren Malales, the Good Samaritan SAM Program has been life changing
Jaren Malales, a long-time participant in the Good Samaritan Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring (SAM) Program, has achieved her Master’s in Education and is now passing on all she has learned.
Gemma Light’s Oblate journey ‘a testimony to the love of God’
The Sisters of the Good Samaritan have been woven through the story of Gemma Light’s life. This treasured relationship took a new turn when Gemma became a Good Samaritan Oblate.
Refugee Week Conference explores hidden slavery in Australia
Human trafficking, modern slavery and the vulnerability of migrant workers was the focus of this year’s Good Samaritan Refugee Week Conference, which explored the theme of ‘Hidden Slavery in Australia’.
Powerful stories shared in ‘Hope: Unfinished Business’
Good Samaritan Oblate Sally FitzGerald has contributed to a new book in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic women share sacred personal stories about their lived experience of hope.