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You will find all the articles on this page. They are a snap shot of the life of the Daughters of Wisdom on the five continents. Our sisters live with the people, they support the development of the peoples through education and care. We invite you to travel with us.
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Homelessness is a serious violation of human dignity, which has become a global problem. It is affecting people of all ages from all walks of life, in both the developed and developing countries. Globally 150 million people are homeless, 1.6 billion people worldwide live in inadequate housing conditions and 15 million are forcibly evicted each year.
“I bring you news of great joy: today a Saviour has been born to us, Christ the Lord.” Luke 2: 10-11
“I am the handmaid of the Lord, let what you have said be done to me.” Luke 1: 38
Tercentenary of Marie-Louise’s arrival at the longhouse
Wisdom Vocations
Vocational Promotion in the Delegation Marie Louise – Argentina-Ecuador-Peru
On the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the arrival of Blessed Marie Louise of Jesus in St. Laurent.
Wisdom Vocations
In recent months, Don Stefano has put me in touch with Elisa Cavallaro …
Celebration of the tercentenary of the arrival of Blessed Marie-Louise of Jesus at St-Laurent-Sur-Sèvre.
United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
On October 3rd, in Assisi, Pope Francis signed his new Encyclical….
“If we love one another, God remains in us, and his love is brought to perfection in us.” 1 Jn 4 : 12
The International JPIC Committee proposes a prayer and a reflection grid prepared by the Province of Canada.
300TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARRIVAL OF MARIE-LOUISE AT ST. LAURENT 1720 – 2020
Pastoral listening and spiritual support during covid-19
Recently, UNANIMA INTERNATIONAL published a statement on the pandemic…
The Covid 19 Response and Collaborative Actions Daughters of Wisdom – Minglanilla, Cebu Philippines
At the time of Covid-19, when so many needs were felt …
My attendance at Ground breaking Sessions at UN “Affordable Housing and Social Protection”
A formal signing of a Conservation Easement …
“I thank my God for you every time I think of you; and every time I pray for you all, I pray with joy” Philippians 1:3-4
SR. Jean Quinn, Daughter of Wisdom speaks at the UN on Family Homelessness
Photo : PNUD Colombia
Since the last few decades, Columbia has made giant steps …
Each year, UNANIMA International presents a Woman of Courage …
Animated by our Malagasy sisters, this day was filled with celebrations.
Two Daughters of Wisdom in Canada…
November 20, 2019
“Children enjoying their rights, vector of a new world.”
17 November 2019
The hope of the poor shall not perish for ever
Marie-Louise a engagé toute sa vie au service des pauvres…
“Everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” Jn 13: 35
vows in Madagascar, July 28- October 05, 2019
It was with great joy and anticipation that six Daughters of Wisdom gathered at the beginning of September 2019, in Port Moresbey …
Pope Francis announced the Extraordinary Missionary Month October 2019…
August 18th to 24th 2019, five of the youngest sisters in Europe …
In 1859, at the initiative of Mr de Larnay,…
For the first time, the Wisdom Schools in Madagascar organized sport competitions …
Message of Pope Francis for the celebration of the World Day of Prayer for SAVING THE CREATION
September 1, 2019
29 September 2019
“It is not just about migrants”
The 2019 Montfortian International Formation…
This name was given to the meeting of the Montfortian Family…
It was preceded by years of prayer, reflection, meetings, community sharing, personal preparation.
Sr. Sara Proctor, DW talks about her ministry among migrant workers with Council of Catholic Women
Wisdom Vocations – Lorena Serbín DW
Amber is a chaplaincy service for women caught up in prostitution.
The Daughters of Wisdom in Manila, Philippines, conducted a humanitarian visit to a depressed area…
I wish to give you, by this letter, some information about the earthquake that took place in Haiti on the night of 6 to 7 October.
Today we conclude the 59th General Chapter of the Congregation.
Sr Antonella Prestia, Sr Isabelle Retailleau, Sr. Rani Kurian , Sr Pierrette Bwamba et Sr Marie-Reine Gauthier.
Here we are gathered from all over the world to live the Chapter …
INTERNATIONAL ENCOUNTER OF THE FRIENDS OF WISDOM
Sr. Louise Madore D.W. Congregational Leader
What a profound joy to welcome each one of you to live together this event so long awaited by the whole Congregation.
An international, intergenerational committee was appointed to prepare the Chapter.
As we conclude the presentation of the fulfillment of our mission during this 6-year mandate in this year of the 25th anniversary of the Beatification of Marie Louise of Jesus, one sentence springs forth in our hearts:
“I am quite content with the state that God has ordained for me.”
At the invitation of the General Council, a group of younger Sisters of the Congregation of the Daughters of Wisdom had the joy to meet each other in Paris. Coming from different Entities of the Congregation: Canada, United-States, France, Great Britain and Ireland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Madagascar, Malawi, Maria Luisa, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, DR. Congo and Haiti, we reflected and shared together our thoughts for the next Chapter.
Sœurs Jennifer, Marie-Josée, Christine, Siobhan, Jayamary, Elisabet, Angela, Félicité, Ellen, Maria Cristina, Imelda, Elena, Valérie, Guettie.
On the occasion of the Chapter, few Daughters of Wisdom from different countries expressed their creativity by writing songs, poems that we share with you …
« La Sagesse » Centre – Philippines
Institute for the deaf – Colombia
Supporting the Laura Vergara Institution is helping women stand on their own feet and educate and support their children.
The Laura Vergara Institute in Palmira – Columbia
“An Association of Mothers “MAMA HEKIMA” ( mothers of wisdom in Swahili) in Kisangani, DRC…
