Living the Dream:
celebrating the
Sisters of St. Joseph
140 years of Service
in Boston and Beyond
Brighton, MA: In celebration of the
Sisters of St. Joseph 140 years of service and presence in Boston, over 350 friends,
former students, and supporters attended the first annual Living the Dream dinner held on March 27, 2014, at the Seaport
Hotel. For 140 years, the Sisters of St.
Joseph have educated countless students. In the year 2014, they continue with
enthusiasm and dedication to respond to the needs of the “dear neighbor” within
the Archdiocese of Boston and beyond.
During this event, Margaret
and Paul Chisholm were the honored recipients of the Dear Neighbor Award. Service
to all God's people is part and parcel of Margie's and Paul's lives. Their
service to others extends beyond their local parish of St. Raphael, West
Medford. Outreach to the people of God
is an integral part of their lives as they share in the charism of the Sisters
of St. Joseph through continued service of the dear neighbor without
distinction. The award was presented by Sister Rosemary Brennan, President of
the Sisters of St. Joseph, and Sister Adela Rodriguez, the artist who created
the award. Earlier in the evening Mike Sheehan, CEO of the Boston Globe and MC
for the evening, introduced Sister Adela along with Sisters Rita McCormack, Catherine
Ginty, and Pat Andrews who were featured in a newly created video titled Sisters of St. Joseph: In Our Own Words. [click the title to link to the video]
Pauline Fillman, The guest speaker for the evening, touched the hearts of all as
she reflected on the various ministries of the Sisters of St. Joseph that have
reached out to her and her family saying, “Words cannot express how grateful I
am to you Sisters of St. Joseph for your belief, faith, and tenacity, even
during times of adversity, in carrying out your mission – caring for the dear
neighbor. You have offered a helping hand to others and myself through housing
and education.”
Pauline’s story is repeated over and over in thousands of lives
touched by the work of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Today, the Sisters of St.
Joseph of Boston provide support for countless individuals in need throughout
the Boston area and well beyond. Many sisters, associates, and lay partners
volunteer as literacy and citizenship tutors, advocates for survivors of human
trafficking, and companions to the aged and infirm. Others provide counseling
and spiritual companionship for those who desire to deepen their relationship
with God. A few of these ministries include St. Joseph Retreat Center, The
Literacy Connection, Casserly House, and The Women’s Table.
This event was co-chaired by John E. Drew and Francis Dillon who
coordinated an enthusiastic committee of volunteers. Due to their hard work and
the generosity of many friends and supporters, this event raised $625,000 to
support the retired sisters and enable the ministries of the Sisters of St.
Joseph to grow as they continue to respond to the needs of the “dear
neighbor.” Learn more about the Sisters
of St. Joseph and their ministries at www.csjboston.org .
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