If you would like additional information contact a Good Shepherd Vocation Director near you . She started the Good Shepherd Sisters in 1835. We are in 68 countries around the world. We have a special interest in girls, women, and families who are in trouble. We serve people through programs that Good Shepherd SIsters own and operate throughout Canada and the United States, as well as throughout the world.
Some sisters serve in parishes or in programs run by other organizations.
We also have a sister representing us as a Non-Governmental Organization at the UN, promoting justice issues for women and children. A. One thing that's unique about our congregation is the fact that we have Active Sisters and Contemplative Sisters. Active Sisters serve people by working with them, while Contemplative Sisters pray for the women, children, and families whom the Active Sisters serve. A. We live together in communities that range in size from 2-3 sisters to 20 sisters. Most Contemplative Sisters wear white habits with black veils, and some wear simple skirts and blouses without veils.