The Sisters of Charity of New York believe that each person has a right to safe, affordable, accessible housing. In response to the signs of the times and as followers of Jesus, we have served and walked with those who experience homelessness in varied ministries over...
Peace, Justice and Integrity of Creation
Mission of the PJIC Office is to assist the Congregation, Sisters and Associates, corporately and individually, to witness and live a ministry of peace, justice and integrity of creation in varied ways through increased awareness, prayer, presence, education, advocacy and systemic change.
PJIC News
Sisters of Charity of New York Stand with Children and Families
The Sisters of Charity of New York affirm the dignity of all persons. As a congregation of women religious dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in our society, we stand with the U.S. Catholic Bishops Conference in deploring the conditions imposed on those held in...
Fordham University Hosts Sacred Shelter Launch Party
NOTE: Today, December 5th, at 11 pm, the Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC will feature Team Member James Addison talking about the “Sacred Shelter.” Tune in at WNYC 93.9 FM or WNYC AM 820. By Karolina May The Sacred Shelter book launch party was held on December 4,...
We Pray for Justice and Compassion at Our Border
As Sisters of Charity, we cannot stand by and watch the cruel and horrific action by our government at the Southern border. We encourage all concerned and committed citizens to reach out to their House Representatives and Senators and plead that they take...
Standing Against the Separation of Children and their Parents
“If you are smuggling a child then we will prosecute you, and that child will be separated from you as required by...
Historic Catholic Climate Lenten Fast To Be Held in 45 Countries
The Global Catholic Climate Movement (GCCM) announced on February 16 that more than 45 countries will take part in a 40-day Lenten fast for climate justice, from Ash Wednesday, February 18, to March 28. Participants in the Lenten fast are praying for unity on climate...
Executive Action Immigration Information and Assistance
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced executive actions to address problems in our immigration system including an expansion of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and the creation of the Deferred Action for Parental Accountability...
Sisters of Charity Federation Presence at the United Nations
The Board of the SC Federation announces the hiring of Sister Teresa Kotturan, SC Nazareth, as the next Federation NGO Representative, continuing our presence at the United Nations in its international efforts to promote peace, justice and human dignity for all. In...