Dominican Sisters of St Joseph
The Dominican Sisters of St Joseph (Charity no. 1050485) is a Roman Catholic religious congregation established in 1994 as an Institute of Diocesan Right under the Diocese of Portsmouth[2]. The charity is dedicated to nurturing, teaching, and promoting the Catholic faith through catechesis, evangelisation, and doctrinal formation[1][3].

Mission and Activities
The congregation emphasizes intellectual and spiritual formation, with daily study forming an integral part of their religious life. Sisters dedicate a minimum of two hours daily to theological and pastoral studies, pursuing qualifications in Theology and Catechetics through institutions such as the Maryvale Institute and the Academy of the Annunciation[4]. Their educational focus includes Sacred Scripture, Thomistic Philosophy, Systematic Theology, and Dominican History[4].

Formation and Charism
As Dominicans, the sisters follow a charism rooted in prayer, study, and community life, aiming to contemplate and share divine truth. Their formation process integrates spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral training, grounded in the liturgical traditions of the Dominican Order[4]. A central prayer of the community reflects this mission: “Grant me, O Lord my God, a mind to know you, a heart to seek you, wisdom to find you, conduct pleasing to you, faithful perseverance in waiting for you, and a hope of finally embracing you”[4].

Liturgical Life
The sisters observe a structured schedule of communal prayer, including the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharistic adoration, which underscores their contemplative apostolate[5]. Their activities align with the Dominican tradition of balancing monastic observance with active ministry[2][4].

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1050485&subid=0 [2] https://www.dominicansisters.net [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1050485/full-print [4] https://www.dominicansisters.net/study [5] https://www.instagram.com/dominican_sisters/