Sister Sarah Puls new National Executive Officer for ACRATH
Good Samaritan Sister Sarah Puls has been appointed as the new National Executive Officer for ACRATH, one of Australia’s leading grassroots organisations working to shut down human trafficking and slavery.
Sister Hiro Kageyama cherishes her time with the Bacolod community
The people of Bacolod City in the Philippines hold a special place in the heart of Good Samaritan Sister Hiro Kageyama after her many years of ministry in the country.
We have a new Pope!
When the white smoke went up from the Vatican’s chimney signalling the election of a new Pope, Good Samaritan Sister Catherine McCahill was just a few kilometres away in Rome
Being Samaritan underpins Mater Christi College leadership program
A pilot leadership program for Year 8 students at Mater Christi College, Belgrave is providing formation in Benedictine and Good Samaritan leadership values, as well as hands-on experience and training.
Japanese Sisters' life stories are being captured for posterity
The life stories of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan from Japan are being filmed for posterity as a means of sharing and preserving their accounts of their spiritual journeys.
Initiatives in Kiribati to focus on community outreach and early childhood education
This year, the Good Sams Foundation’s focus in Kiribati is on two transformative initiatives: a new outreach centre at Temaiku; and playground equipment and learning aids for the Abaokoro Kindergarten.
St Patrick’s College Gala Ball marks 185th anniversary of Catholic education
The annual St Patrick’s College Gala Ball, which took place last month, has concluded its most successful event to date, raising funds to support scholarships for more than 20 girls.
Applications invited for women’s Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring Program
Applications are invited for the women’s Study and Mentoring Program in 2025. Core components include financial assistance for women undertaking tertiary studies, spiritual direction and mentoring. Applications close 30 August.
Applications invited for women’s Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring Program
Applications are invited for the women’s Study and Mentoring Program in 2025. Core components include financial assistance for women undertaking tertiary studies, spiritual direction and mentoring. Applications close 30 August.
Registration is open for the Good Oil Writers’ Workshop
A workshop that aims to support and encourage the development of both emerging and published writers will take place in Sydney on 29 May 2024, facilitated by author Michael McGirr.
Life Membership for Good Samaritan Sister Mary O’Shannassy JP
Good Samaritan Sister Mary O’Shannassy, well known for her ministry as a prison chaplain, has been recognised for her 30 years of community service as a Justice of the Peace.
Meet the Members of Council: Sisters Michelle, Kathleen, Ann-Maree and Meg
In this edition we meet the four Council members who will assist and advise Sister Catherine McCahill in her role as Congregational Leader of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan.