Love and hospitality in action: A call to serve God in others
The Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Charles Borromeo continues its mission in Tanzania, focusing on spiritual and social ministry. The order established the St. Carolus Retreat Centre in Tengeru to provide a space for prayer and rest for the community.
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The article highlights the role of religious organizations in providing social and spiritual support services within the Tanzanian community.
By Sr. Ernestina Patrick Lasway SAC Founded on 18 June 1652 in Nancy, France, by Emmanuel Chauvenel, the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Charles Borromeo (Trier) continues to live its mission of love and service across the world. Today, the Congregation is actively engaged in pastoral and social ministry in Tanzania, responding to the spiritual and human needs of the people. At the heart of the Congregation’s life is its charism: “Union with God in Enduring Love.” This charism calls the sisters to nurture both the spiritual and physical well-being of all people. The journey to Tanzania The Sisters of Charity of St. Charles Borromeo arrived in Tanzania in 1985, coming from the Netherlands. They established their first community in Mtinko, in the Diocese of Singida. Over the years, the Sisters have served faithfully in various apostolates, including education, catechesis, and pastoral care.
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