We, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto, are a Roman Catholic congregation of women founded in France around 1650. We have been in Toronto since 1851.
As a religious community, we are brought together by the love of Christ. We are called by God, the Gospel and the Church to serve those in need in simplicity and compassion and to pursue social justice and equality for all. We are committed to creating a society transformed by Gospel values in the areas of social justice, peace and creation.
We invite others to join us in living the Gospel values and serving the “dear neighbour”, with a current focus on Indigenous justice, the climate emergency, labour exploitation and human trafficking.
We continue our long tradition of advocacy and support for creation care and social justice, with a special emphasis on clean drinking water as a human right.
We seek collaboration and participation in our mission, ministries and spirituality.
We are deeply touched to learn that "Sister Gwen Smith Lane" will be the name of a Public Lane south of Queen Street East between Empire & Booth. csj-to.ca/gsl
For more than 70 years, Sister Gwen devoted her life to serving the 'dear neighbour' and all of creation. As a founding ministry director for Fontbonne Ministries, Sister Gwen nurtured community at Mustard Seed from the beginning, starting the community garden, the community kitchen, and so much more.
We are always glad to see how Sister Gwen is remembered for her ministries in community, affordable housing, food support, and social justice. You can read more about her at csj-to.ca/sister-gwen-smith
A special thanks goes to Paula Fletcher (City Councillor, Toronto-Danforth) for her report request, petition, and motion. ... See MoreSee Less
When we hear our names called in love, may we have the grace to listen in response. #WisdomWednesdays ... See MoreSee Less
We are delighted by the community and collaboration that brings the Good Food Market to life at Fontbonne Ministries with FoodShare Toronto. ... See MoreSee Less