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History
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In 1853, six Sisters of Saint Joseph journeyed from
Carondelet, Missouri to Wheeling, Virginia.
They came in response to the request of the Catholic Bishop for help with his young diocese.
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These first Sisters immediately began to care for the sick and underserved.
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In so doing, they planted the seeds of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Wheeling.
Since then, new generations of these dedicated women have reached out to God's people throughout
West Virginia in:
Healthcare and education,
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Pastoral and social ministries,
and in
Service to all seeking a deeper union with God.
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In 1996, after 144 years of ministry, the Sisters planted yet a new
seed --
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the
SSJCF...
linking its resources with the gifts and visions of local leaders
and local communities. |
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