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Canossian Daughters of Charity (Canossian Sisters), Servants of the Poor
Queen of Apostles Province
North East Africa
The Canossian Daughters of Charity is an international congregation of women founded by St. Magdalene of Canossa on 8th May 1808 in Verona, Italy . Our actions arise from our identity born of Christ crucified, the Greatest Love. We are called to journey in simplicity, sharing a common life at the service of our brothers and sisters on every continent.
Women of the Word, loving without measure, reconfiguration to a life of holiness in and for the mission of today
Our Saints
St. Magdalene of Canossa
Foundress
St. Josephine Bakhita
The Universal Sister
The North East Africa Province
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda
Sudan
Our History
M.
The house of Mugana in Tanzania was opened in 1956 at the request of Cardinal Rugambwa. The pioneer sisters were M. Angelina Rivetta, Giuseppina Grillo, Vittoria Piccolo and Carolina Gandini. They were engaged in the health care and promotion of women and children. From 1966 to 1969 Mugana was part of the Delegation “St. Joseph” Vimercate. From 1969 to 1981, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi and Zaire formed a delegation of Mother Bakhita. Then from 1982 to 1984, Tanzania, Malawi and Zaire became three distinct delegations. Then, from 1985 to 1987, Tanzania, Uganda and Malawi became Vice Province “Josephine Bakhita”. In 1988 it was given a new name “Queen of Apostles. In 1991, the Vice Province “Queen of Apostles” became a Province, with M. Bocardo Mary as the Provincial Superior.
The Present
Countries
Dioceses
Sisters
Charism
Through a life of consecration, communion and humble service, “the contemplation of Jesus Christ who breathes nothing but charity leads the Sisters to have a heart of a mother and the ardor of an apostle and witness God’s saving love for humanity” to prevent sin.
Vision
Women of the Word, loving without measure, reconfiguration to a life of holiness in and for the mission of today
Mission
Above all, “To make Jesus known and loved” in every sphere of the society in which we serve specially the poorest
Objectives
Attentive to the love that shines on the Cross, we model our way of loving on that of the Lord, in humility and radical detachment animated by a Spirit of charity, gentleness, meekness, of zeal and fortitude, of most amiable, most generous and most patient spirit.
- To be prophetic witnesses of our time in the societies we live
- To dedicate ourselves to serve the poor, needy and the marginalized
- To cultivate joyful and sustainable partnerships and collaborations among Sisters and laity across all ministries, programs and services
- To create spaces and programs for evangelization and promotion of our vocation
- To love Mary, Mother of Charity at the foot of the Cross
The Team
Meet Our Esteemed Team
Our Ministries
Education
The “behavior of the person in life depends on the education received.” Hence, we foster holistic growth of children, adolescents and young people to “prevent and impede sin” through the “formation of the heart” forming them to be agents of change in the society they live according to Gospel values. We give special attention to women, making them aware of their dignity, giving opportunities to build their capacity so that they may carry out their mission in the family, society and Church.
Evangelization
“There is no act of charity as perfect as that of helping our neighbor to love God.” We expend ourselves with untiring generosity in the holy exercises of the Church so that Christ may be the heart of the world.
Pastoral Healthcare
Faithful to the teachings of the Church to promote the culture of life in all its stages and expressions, we regard the sick as the living images of Christ Himself and we are “ready, if necessary, to expose our lives in the exercise of Holy Charity.”
Formation of the Laity
To promote the “spread of the Glory of God”, we form lay people called to dedicate themselves to apostolate specially in the field of education, catechesis and charitable works so that they may become guides and co-workers in the ecclesial community and in society.
Spiritual Exercises and Retreats
We offer the opportunity for times of special encounter with the Lord through spiritual Exercises, retreats, direction and accompaniment.
The Canossian Family
We are part of the larger Canossian Family
Canossian Daughters of Charity (Canossian Sisters)
Canossian Sons of Charity (Canossian Fathers)
Sub Heading
Association of Lay Canossians
VO.I.CA. - Volontariato Internazionale Canossiano (International Canossian Volunteers)
Testimonial
Words From
Our Beneficiaries
“The Canossian Daughters of Charity have empowered me with the education I never thought I’d have access to. Their dedication and support have changed my life and my community’s.”
Sam
Student
“The organization has offered healthcare support that my family desperately needed. Their compassionate care and commitment to our well-being have been a true blessing.”
Mama Maria
Beneficiary