Just a few blocks from Holy Name Church in Ebensburg, the 152-year-old history of the Sisters of St. Joseph in western Pennsylvania took root and flourished in schools, parishes, hospitals and social services agencies throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. The pioneer sisters – Mother Austin … [Read more...]

Did you know that the Sisters of St. Joseph went to court in 1894 to defend the right to wear habits while teaching in the Gallitzin Public School District? They won their case, but it was overturned the following year when the state legislature approved the so-called “garb law,” which forbade … [Read more...]

A sunny June afternoon provided the perfect backdrop for food and fellowship with Casa San José families, volunteers, and staff during a picnic on the Motherhouse grounds. The Sisters were thrilled to welcome their dear neighbors to Baden and spend time together in nature. "Dear God, we have so … [Read more...]

If you ever attended the Harvest Festival, you might recall the aroma of red cinnamon candy apples wafting through the Motherhouse. Or you likely couldn’t pass up the famous Cream Fudge sold at the annual Auxiliary Spring Luncheon. Click here to make a donation or buy raffle tickets to support this … [Read more...]

Arlene Costanza Sustar knows what brings smiles to the retired Sisters – friendly dogs and refreshing ice cream! So, why not send a Bruster’s ice cream truck to the Motherhouse on a sunny Sunday afternoon, mused Arlene, who is a volunteer with Pets with Heart, a pet therapy outreach of the … [Read more...]