Our values
Full Development of the Human Person
cultivating and respecting the talents, abilities and potential of each person, contributing to the development of all aspects of a person's life
Education in the Faith
creating an atmosphere which invites people to live, develop and express their faith
Hospitality
being a gracious, accepting and welcoming presence for each person
Dedication to Women and Children
seeing, understanding and responding to the needs of women and children
Dedication to Justice
committing time, energy, resources to the pursuit of right relationships of equality, justice and solidarity
Service to People who are Poor or Marginalized
reaching out and responding to people who are impoverished, abandoned or living at the fringes of society
Commitment to Liberating Action
seeking with others the freedom needed to live life fully without oppression
Love for the Names of Jesus and Mary
embracing as guide, inspiration and strength the persons and names of Jesus and Mary
Video: "Everything in the universe..." based on text from our most recent Chapter Acts.
Below: The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary promote the following core values which are at the heart of our charism:
Our concerns
In the face of continuing acts of violence against the earth and among people, we seek to intensify our efforts:
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to care for our environment,
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to eradicate trafficking in women and children, and
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to build faith communities while maintaining a prophetic voice in the Church.
(From our 2006 Chapter Acts)
These concerns, including our corporate stands on human trafficking and water as a human right, are discussed further on our justice and peace pages.