News
We want to keep you in the loop of what’s happening in the SSJ Erie community. Browse through this section to explore our most recent publications, our Facebook feed, our Jubilarians' bios, and the most recent obituaries of our Sisters who have passed.
Sisters Help Unveil St. Vincent History Wall
Earlier this month, several of our Sisters visited AHN Saint Vincent Hospital, where they joined hospital president Dr. Chris Clark to help unveil a new history wall. Located in the back of the main lobby, the wall tells the story of St. Vincent Health System, from the day our Sisters opened its doors on September…
Erie County CROP Walk is Gearing Up
Walk to End Hunger – One Step at a Time! The 51st Erie County CROP Walk is coming up on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Presque Isle State Park, beginning at 1:30 p.m. The CROP Walk is an interfaith community event that brings people together to raise awareness and funds to help end hunger-both here…
TAKE BACK THE SITE – Prayer Vigil on September 30th
The Sisters of St. Joseph, Agrégées, and Associates, along with the Sisters of Mercy and Associates, invite you to stand with us in prayer and solidarity at the site of the August 8, 2026, murder of Thomas Heckathorn. Wednesday, September 30, 2026 5:15 p.m. West Poplar Street, North of 32nd Street, Erie, PA This gathering…
“Sound Off” for St. James Haven
Join one of our supported ministries, St. James Haven for day of free fellowship and fun! The Fifth Annual “Sound Off” for St. James Haven will take place outside the Haven on Saturday, September 19th from 1-6PM. The afternoon will feature live worship music from several local churches, local food vendors, basket auction, bake sale,…
SSJ Neighborhood Network Presents: Celebrity Bartending Event
We are spreading the word about an exciting event being organized by our friends at the SSJ Neighborhood Network. On Friday, Sept. 18th, the SSJNN will host their annual Celebrity Bartending event, at the Nuova Aurora Club (1518 Walnut Street, Erie PA, 16502) from 5:30 to 10:00PM. There will be a special lineup of “celebrity”…
Season of Creation 2026: Living Water
This September, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania join Christians around the world in celebrating the Season of Creation-a time to pray, reflect, and take action for the gift of our common home. This year’s theme, “Living Water,” is based on Ezekiel 47:9,12, which invites Christians to recognize water as a source…
PHOTO AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE: (l-r) Eva Mastromatteo of Erie News Now interviews Stephanie Hall, SSJ Associate and Communications Director, and Nancy Fischer, SSJ, as part of a 5-part series during Catholic Sisters Week.
