Overseas outreach

In 2003 all Loreto provinces were challenged to “recapture the spirit of Mary Ward” and reach out to bring her charism to people in different parts of the world. Following careful discernment and planning the Loreto Sisters began foundations in the Seychelles, Ecuador, Albania, Bangladesh, Ghana, Southern Sudan, Zambia and Timor Leste.

……If the Gospel of Jesus and Mary Ward’s charism, which we value so much, have a message of hope for all, why not take some risks, however small, in moving out from safe and familiar situations? Why not try to see if the Institute can build a new home and make a contribution in other cultures, other lands from where it can spread even further?
IBVM Courage to Move, 2002

The Loreto Sisters have moved to all parts of the world where their work often focuses on helping the poor, disadvantaged and vulnerable. There are many stories to be told: the resolve of communities to move forward, the tenacity of women to speak out, the courage of sisters in hostile and fragile situations, the challenges that are met and friendships that are made.

Australians overseas