On March 8, we mark International Women's Day. On this occasion, we wanted to share with you the journey of Geraldine Vytilingam, an inspiring young woman who the Missionary Sisters of Service (MSS) have known now for some years. Geraldine was the inaugural recipient...
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We, Missionary Sisters of Service, keep busy in our various communities. We host and attend events, are busy with different projects, and happenings. On this page, you’ll find links to all our latest news and events, reflections and books.
In the beginning, a reflection by Corrie van den Bosch MSS
Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Corrie van den Bosch MSS's reflection, 'In the Beginning…', which commences by contemplating the profound significance of the opening words of Genesis. Inspired by a retreat guided by Kate Rigby's 'Meditations on Creation in...
ACRATH emphasises ‘slavery is present in your electorate’
Victorian politicians were given a wake-up call at a recent Speaker’s Breakfast when told modern slavery is almost certainly happening in every electorate in Victoria. The Speakers Breakfast at Parliament House was organised by Legislative Assembly Speaker Maree...
At the dawn of the new year
As we settle into the rhythm of a new year, we share this reflection penned by Corrie van den Bosch MSS for the Contemplative Evolution Network. Corrie writes, "You might appreciate the themes it touches on, as I appreciate them and make them my new year’s...
MSS host Christmas gathering of thanks
In a spirit of great joy and gratitude, the Missionary Sisters of Services hosted a Christmas gathering at the University of Divinity, Box Hill, on Friday 13 December. The gathering provided an opportunity for the MSS to thank the many people who have ‘joined the...
John Wallis Highways and Byways Hobart branch acknowledged for years of service
On Wednesday 27 November, some of our Melbourne sisters, including Stancea Vichie MSS, Bernadette Wallis MSS and Bernadette Madden MSS, gathered with members of the John Wallis Highways and Byways Hobart branch, to acknowledge their wonderful work with the John Wallis...
Congratulations to Frances McShane MSS
Congratulations to Frances McShane MSS, who was awarded the Guildford Young Medal for Service to Community in Tasmania last month. Frances was among a group of six people who were awarded the medal by Archbishop Julian Porteous at St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in...
Bruny Island pilgrimage marks end to anniversary of foundation celebrations
We’re delighted to close our year of celebrations to mark 80 years since our foundation with a pilgrimage to Bruny Island, Tasmania, a place of deep significance to the MSS. From 21-24 November, 25 friends of the MSS, including Highways and Byways board members and...
Foundation celebrations in Whyalla, South Australia
It was a joy to celebrate our 80-year anniversary of foundation in Whyalla, South Australia, as well as marking 52 years of the MSS being in the Port Pirie diocese. Friends, family, and colleagues joined Cheryle Thomson MSS, who has worked in the Port Pirie diocese...
MSS mark momentous occasion in change of leadership
In an historic moment for the Missionary Sisters of Service (MSS), Archbishop of Melbourne, Peter A. Comensoli, has issued a decree appointing Good Samaritan Sister, Veronica Hoey, as the Canonical Delegate for the MSS for the next three years. This marks a new model...
Corrie van den Bosch MSS speaks about her new book
In this 20-minute video interview, Corrie van den Bosch MSS, speaks candidly about her new book, Graced Beyond Telling: A Soul's Dark Journey. Corrie shares her reflections based on the following questions: When did you start writing the book, and what was the process...
MSS July 2024 Newsletter out now
Friends, we're pleased to share with you our MSS July 2024 eNewsletter, which features news of our ongoing celebrations to mark our 80-year anniversary of foundation. You can also download a PDF version of the MSS's July newsletter, here. We've held several events to...