Since 1633, the Daughters of Charity have served where we are needed most.
OUR MINISTRIES
In the Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, our roots run deep. Through the years we built and staffed orphanages, schools, and medical facilities, and our ministries have adapted to the changing needs of their communities.
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The Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Celebrates
the Season of Creation
God of all creation,
Your spirit dances throughout the earth.
You give drink to the trees, shade for the birds, bread for the hungry,
you bring life and make all things holy.
Flood us with your grace,
so we may sow seeds of love, justice and beauty,
and reflect your kingdom here on earth. Amen.
View Our Other Areas of Focus in Advocacy
Environment • Homelessness and Insecure Housing • Human Trafficking • Hunger • Immigration • Racism
Our Sisters in Mission
Transitions
In Loving Memory
Sister Mary Ann Tippett, DC
September 8, 2024 | 86 years of age
68 years of vocation | social ministry
Transitions
In Loving Memory
Sister Janet Barrett, DC
May 23, 2024 | 86 years of age
62 years of vocation | education ministry
The Daughters of Charity are called to serve Jesus Christ in the person of the poor and the marginalized. We do this in a spirit of humility, simplicity, and charity. Motivated by the love of Christ and strengthened by a deep prayer life… we live together in community… supporting each other in our common mission of service. Besides vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience… we also make a special vow of service of the poor. These vows are non-religious, annual, and always renewable. The Catholic Church acknowledges us as a Society of Apostolic Life. Since 1852, up and down the Coast of California, the Daughters of Charity helped settle California through Health Care, Education, Religion, and Social Work.