Venerable María Josefa Recio: A Legacy of Commitment, Compassion and Faith
Today we commemorate the birth of Maria Josefa Recio, one of the fundamental figures in the history of the Congregation of the Sisters Hospitallers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Her life was marked by an absolute dedication to the service of the most needy, an unwavering compassion for the sick and a deep faith that guided her until her death in 1883.
Anniversary of the Sisters Hospitallers Constitutions
Every March 16 we celebrate the anniversary of our Constitutions, the ‘book of life’ that has guided our vocation and mission since 1910.
St. Benedict Menni: Pilgrim of Hope
St. Benedict Menni (1841-1914) dedicated his life to hospitality and service to the most vulnerable. He restored the Order of St. John of God in Spain and, moved by the situation of mentally ill women, founded the Congregation of the Sisters Hospitallers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 1881.
St. John of God and St. Benedict Menni: the legacy of Hospitality
St. John of God and St. Benedict Menni shared a mission: to heal the body, heart and soul of those who suffer. From the founding of the Hospitaller Order to the renewal of the charism with the Congregation of the Sisters Hospitallers, their legacy lives on in the care of the most vulnerable.
Testimonies of Mercy: Sister Ana María Lizarrondo
From a very young age, Sister Ana María Lizarrondo felt the call of Jesus deep in her heart.
Hospitality in action: Project “We are like you”
The Sisters Hospitallers’ We Are Like You project in Liberia addresses critical mental health challenges in a country marked by extreme poverty, the aftermath of civil war and a lack of health infrastructure. With a holistic approach, this program not only provides specialized care for women with mental illness, but also works on anti-stigma awareness, professional training and community reintegration.
World Day of the Sick 2025 – “Hope does not disappoint” (Rom 5:5)
On February 11th, the Church celebrates the 33rd World Day of the Sick, remembering those who suffer and those who care for them with love. Pope Francis invites us to reflect on the hope that does not disappoint, highlighting three key points: the encounter with God in suffering, the gift of hope as certainty in Christ, and sharing as a testimony of love.
New Government of the Philippine Delegation
From December 31, 2024 to January 6, 2025, the Delegation of the Philippines lived a special time of grace, discernment and renewal during its Assembly.
Opening of the Holy Door in Santa Maria Maggiore
The Jubilee Year 2025 is a time of grace, spiritual renewal and encounter with God’s mercy
Holy Mary, Mother of God: Reflection of Peace
In the context of the World Day of Peace, we turn our gaze to St. Mary, Mother of God, symbol of peace and hope. In her maternal heart we find a safe haven and a model of unconditional self-giving that continues to illuminate the path of humanity, especially in times of uncertainty and conflict.