International Day of Non Violence
World Environment Day June 5 2009
Welcome to the launch of our new website July 2008
October 2, 2009 is an important day for all persons in our global village but especially for those of us committed to living the Good News of peace, justice and reconciliation. It is the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, who helped lead India to independence and inspired movements for civil rights and freedom around the world. On June 15th 2007 the International Day of Non Violence was adopted by the 192 member States of the United Nations during their General Assembly.
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Welcome to the Website of the Daughters of Mary and Joseph launched July 20 2008.
From our beginnings in Belgium in 1817 until this present day, we have followed the exhortation of our Founder, Canon William Van Crombrugghe to "Be at the service of the whole Church. Be there are a pardoned sinner who has found peace and rejoices in the merciful love of God" (Constitutions 6).
The launch of our new website is an expression of how we are continually searching and discovering new ways of being of service in the church and in the world of our day. This is just a beginning and we plan to continue developing and expanding our site over the coming years.
We are very happy that you ‘stopped by' to meet us and learn about us. As you browse through these pages we hope you will discover where we live, minister and try to be "Instruments of Mercy in the Hand of God".
In a spirit of joy and hospitality, wherever we are, we strive to be signs of hope, of God's unconditional love and compassion for all.
We hope you enjoy your visit. Please share with us your reflections, on your visit to our website, through our contact page.
Peace and Joy to you
Linda Webb, Superior General