CHARISM
The charism of a religious congregation refers to the unique spirit, values, and purpose that guide their way of life and service. It often reflects the inspiration and teachings of the congregation’s patron, founder and pioneers and is manifested in their particular ministries, spirituality, and community life. The specific charism, outlined in the foundational documents and mission statements of the Sisters of St. Charles Borromeo is as following:
INCARNATING GOD’S COMPASIONATE LOVE TO ALL THE PEOPLE IN ALL OUR MINISTRIES ESPECIALLY TO THE POOR AND MARGINALISED.
The Logo is a symbolic representation of our charism
THE WORLD: GOD SENT HIS SON, JESUS INTO THE WORLD WITH A MISSION, WE CONTINUE HIS MISSION OF LOVE AND COMPASSION.
THE HAND: THE COMPASSIONATE FATHER HOLDS THE WHOLE WORLD IN HIS HAND.
THE CROSS: JESUS, THE COMPASSIONATE LOVE OF THE FATHER HEALS AND SAVES BROKEN HUMANITY BY HIS LIFE, DEATH AND RESURRECTION.
THE HEART: A SYMBOL OF LOVE AND COMPASSION IS OPEN TO THE WHOLE HUMANITY.
THE HOLY SPIRIT: THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF THE SPIRIT PERMEATES THE WORLD BRINGING HEALING AND WHOLENESS.
THE LAMP: THE SISTERS OF ST. CHARLES BORROMEO ILLUMINE THE HEARTS OF PERSONS THROUGH CHRISTIAN EDUCATION IN ALL OUR MINISTRIES.
QUOTE LK. 6:36:
BE COMPASSIONATE AS YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN IS COMPASSIONATE.