We are a small community founded in 1974 that follows the spirituality of Charles de Foucauld. Our ministries are based in Salisbury, Maryland, within the Diocese of Wilmington.

Our Founder
Our founder was Sr. Mary Elizabeth Gintling (1914-2004). She also established the ministries of the Joseph House.

History of our Community
Our Community began on July 7, 1974.

Vocations and Formation
Single Catholic women discerning a vocation to religious life are invited to contact us.

Charism of our Community
In the spirit of Charles de Foucauld, united as a community in the love of Jesus, in the spirit of Mary and under the protection of St. Joseph, sharing a life of faith, love and simplicity, we strive to cry the Gospel with our lives.

Mission of our Community
We are sent to help people believe in Christ Jesus who reveals the goodness of the Father, giving preferential love to the poorest of the poor.