Tokarerei Matiera begins a new chapter in her vocation journey
When Tokarerei Matiera arrived in Australia from Kiribati recently to begin her Novitiate with the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, it was both the culmination of a long journey and...
St Veronica Medical Centre in Uganda opens its doors
A newly built medical centre has opened its doors in Ttomi Buloba, Uganda and is already making a difference in the life of the local community in the spirit of...
Along the path of the Gospels with Benedict, Scholastica and Polding
Last month, the first post-COVID Good Samaritan Education Benedictine Pilgrimage took up the path of Benedict, Scholastica and Polding across the United Kingdom and Italy. Several pilgrims share their experiences....
Study opportunity will strengthen Donna’s ministry of care and support
Good Samaritan Sister Donna Belle Ferrer said she receives much more than she gives from her ministry in psycho-social support for diocesan seminarians and parents and teachers at the Good...
New community house in Kiribati a witness to God’s hospitality for all
The Sisters of the Good Samaritan in Temaiku, Kiribati, have officially taken up residence in their new community house, further deepening their commitment to the island nation and opening up...
Big Sister Little Sister Program helps students to flourish
When students first start at Lourdes Hill College their Big Sister writes them a letter. This letter tells them to be brave, be inspired and explore all the College has...
Fire destroys homes of 35 families in squatter area in Bacolod
When a fierce fire ripped through a squatter area in the Mambulok district of Bacolod in the Philippines on February 16, 35 families lost their homes and all their possessions....
Mentoring and spiritual direction are key aspects of women’s leadership program
Jaren Malales is one of eight women receiving support to undertake studies aimed at promoting women’s leadership within the Church through the Good Samaritan Study and Mentoring (SAM) Leadership Program,...
St Mary Star of the Sea College celebrates 150th Anniversary
This year, St Mary Star of the Sea College celebrates 150 years of educating young women in the Good Samaritan tradition. The 150th Anniversary Mass, which took place at the...
Renovated centre looks to the future while honouring the past
The Sisters of the Good Samaritan have warmly welcomed members of their community to a liturgy marking the Blessing and Opening of renovations to St Scholastica’s Congregational Centre in Glebe...
Wivenhoe Conservation Area leaves a legacy of ecological renewal
The Sisters of the Good Samaritan are withdrawing from the stewardship of their Wivenhoe landholding at Cobbitty in New South Wales, and in the process will ensure ongoing security for...
Eight new scholars participate in women’s leadership program
The Good Samaritan Study and Mentoring (SAM) Leadership Program is back for its third year in 2023, with eight women receiving support to undertake studies aimed at promoting women’s leadership...