Section Archive: News Feature

Benedictine spirituality and eco-spirituality the focus of US Sisters’ visit

Two Benedictine Sisters from the US, Judith Sutera and Elizabeth Carrillo, have arrived in Australia for a month-long visit during which they will give a series of retreats and workshops.

Posted on: February 19, 2025

Women’s leadership program embraces rural and remote areas

Six women have embarked on this year’s Good Samaritan Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring (SAM) Program, which includes full scholarships to complete studies in theology, along with mentoring and spiritual direction.

Posted on: February 19, 2025

Dr Joanne Hack new Executive Director of Good Samaritan Education

Throughout my life there have been persistent and enduring glimpses of the Good Samaritan charism, writes Dr Joanne Hack, the new Executive Director of the ecclesial community Good Samaritan Education.

Posted on: February 19, 2025

Strengthening Oblate connections in Bacolod a special experience

Two Good Samaritan Oblates travelled to Bacolod in the Philippines last month on a journey which provided an opportunity to spend time with Sisters, a local Oblate and Oblate inquirers.

Posted on: December 11, 2024

Good Samaritan Education names two new Patrons

Former Congregational Leader Sister Patty Fawkner and esteemed educator Sister Mary McDonald have been recognised for their contributions to Good Samaritan Education by being made Patrons of the ecclesial community.

Posted on: December 11, 2024

Sister Veronica Hoey SGS to accompany Missionary Sisters of Service

Sister Veronica Hoey SGS has been appointed Canonical Delegate for the Missionary Sisters of Service to accompany the Sisters on their journey towards completion and fulfilment as a religious congregation.

Posted on: November 20, 2024

Program supports young climate leaders to advocate for their Pacific home

The Edmund Rice Centre for Justice and Community Education has launched a program to support young climate leaders in Kiribati and Tuvalu to communicate and advocate for their Pacific home.

Posted on: November 20, 2024

Student immersion in the Philippines an enriching experience

After months of anticipation and careful planning, Good Samaritan Education made its long-awaited return to witness the ministries and work of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan in the Philippines.

Posted on: November 20, 2024

Spirituality and Formation Retreat focuses on shared culture, faith and creation

NATSICC’s Spirituality and Formation Retreat was not only a time of shared culture, faith and a focus on creation, but also sparked interest in creating similar experiences in local communities.

Posted on: November 19, 2024

Oblates challenged to adapt and pioneer a new form of spiritual life

Good Samaritan Oblates from around Australia and the Philippines gathered for the first time in eight years this month with guest presenter Teresa Jackson OSB from Idaho in the US.

Posted on: October 16, 2024

Advocacy campaigners shine a spotlight on human trafficking

Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans (ACRATH) took its advocacy campaign to the halls of Parliament House in Canberra again recently, to raise issues of concern with the parliamentarians.

Posted on: October 16, 2024

Sisters’ charism burns bright as St Monica’s celebrates 60th anniversary

St Monica’s College in Melbourne is celebrating its 60th anniversary and among the celebrations is a strong thread of gratitude for the school’s long association with the Good Samaritan Sisters.

Posted on: October 16, 2024