Good Shepherd Sisters
South West India Province
Drawn by Love, Passionate for Justice
Mission & Vision
Our province is energized by a vision of an inclusive world and a mission of partnership that defends the dignity of women, girls, and children in South West India.
"We envision a new way of living that celebrates the connectedness of all God's creation, an inclusive world where the dignity and diversity of all life is honored and protected."
Guided by Merciful Love and a spirit of zeal, we build partnerships that transform unjust systems and welcome everyone into the embrace of the Good Shepherd.
Vision & Mission
The Sisters of the South West India Province turn the charism of Merciful Love into partnership, zeal, and reconciliation for the most vulnerable women, girls, and children in our communities.
Vision
"We envision a new way of living that celebrates the connectedness of all God's creation, an inclusive world where the dignity and diversity of all life is honored and protected." This vision feeds our imagination for ministries that advocate for justice and welcome every person as beloved.
Mission
"Energized by our evolving understanding of God's love, we build partnerships that promote the dignity and human rights of all, especially women and children. In solidarity, we work for the transformation of unjust systems, the flourishing of humanity and integrity of all creation." Every ministry forms a strand of this solidarity, and each Sister is a living witness to that commitment.
Core Values
Our spirituality flows from the Divine Energy within us. These values shape every ministry and guide our response to the cries of women, girls, and communities in South West India.
We strive to live and share the merciful love of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, which calls us to compassionate welcome, uplift those on the margins, and be a reconciling presence in every encounter.
Our fourth vow of zeal propels us beyond comfort. We commit to mission with ardent love that reaches out without counting the cost, honoring John Eudes' passion for salvation of souls.
We believe in healing broken relationships—within ourselves, with one another, with creation, and with God—so that justice and peace can flower in every community we serve.
Every community we build cherishes diversity. We welcome persons of every age, background, and ability so that everyone may participate fully in the Good Shepherd mission.
Collaboration is at the heart of how we work. Partners-in-Mission, volunteers, benefactors, and lay collaborators join us in shared responsibility for mercy and human dignity.
Walk with us
Explore ministries that respond to injustice, discern a vocation that shares our charism, or contact us for a conversation about partnership in South West India.