Bacolod rebuilding continues with support from Typhoon Appeal
An Emergency Appeal launched by the Good Samaritan Foundation has helped hundreds of families get back on their feet following a destructive typhoon that battered communities in Bacolod, the Philippines.
SAM Program supports women in Australia and the Philippines
The Good Samaritan Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring Program is providing scholarships for studies in theology, along with mentoring and spiritual direction, for women across Australia but also in the Philippines.
Anniversaries a sacred pause that beckons us beyond celebration
Since Good Samaritan Education was established 15 years ago, the mission, charism and Benedictine tradition of the Good Samaritan Sisters have continued to unfold through the life of our schools.
Young Sisters' gathering a time of connection, reflection and hope
A gathering in the Philippines of the younger Sisters of the Good Samaritan group has been hailed as a valuable time together, filled with cultural sharing, connection, reflection and hope.
People of faith can play a special role following Bondi attack
Faith communities have an important role to play in helping Australia to recover from the shooting of 15 people at Bondi Beach in December 2025 and in strengthening social cohesion.
SAM Program is providing support to women in leadership roles
Eight women from across Australia and the Philippines have received scholarships that will provide them with support as they undertake this year’s Good Samaritan Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring (SAM) Program.
Becoming an Oblate is a place of spiritual connection for Margie Schubert
When Margie Schubert encountered the Good Samaritan Oblate Group in Melbourne she was struck by the Benedictine values of deep listening and hospitality and, recently, she too became an Oblate.
Firm friendships formed when country and city connect
Boarding students and staff from St Scholastica’s College in Glebe recently hosted a visit from 10 students and their families from the remote Indigenous Kimberley community of Ringer Soak, WA.
Haven for healing, refuge and recovery opens in Melbourne
Melbourne has a new place of healing, refuge and recovery for those escaping family violence with the blessing and opening of the Good Samaritan Haven, following six years of planning.
Reflecting on a year of challenges and celebrations
The Good Samaritan Foundation brings together people and resources to support the ministry of the Good Samaritan Sisters to assist those in need in communities across Australia and the Pacific.
Good Samaritan Sister Meg Kahler elected to key Benedictine role
Good Samaritan Sister Meg Kahler said her election as President of the Benedictine Union of East Asia and Oceania offers opportunities to build connections and mutual support among Benedictine communities.
Good Sams Foundation launches Philippines Emergency Appeal
The Sisters of the Good Samaritan Foundation has launched an appeal following the destruction caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi, which has battered communities on the island of Negros in the Philippines.