Congregation of St. JosephWe live and work to bring all into union with God and with

one another.

Sponsorship is…How the CSJ Congregation

continues and extends its mission of active, inclusive, unifying love, flowing from the Mission of Jesus, “that all may be one”

A mutual, dynamic relationshipFormal recognition of and

responsibility for the ministryResponsible stewardship for the

common good

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Mission

Rooted in the mission of Jesus, “that all may be one”, CSJ Ministries affirms, strengthens and supports the sponsored ministries of the Congregation of St. Joseph to bring about a more just and peaceful world.

Vision

CSJ Ministries is a catalyst for effecting right relationships. Our direct service and advocacy provide hope by enriching lives, healing the planet and engendering systemic change.

CSJ Ministries:Ensures continuance of CSJ mission,

vision, values

Establishes a sustainable structure for exercising sponsorship responsibilities

Responds to the complexities of many ministries covering a wide geographic area

Enables the exercise of sponsorship by an ongoing, knowledgeable and dedicated group

CSJ Ministries:Provides a sustainable means to respond

to the needs of the ministries

Advances the development of new ministries

Builds relationships among the ministries

Provides for ongoing practical assistance and support to ministries

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Congregation Leadership Team

CSJ Ministries Staff• Janet Fleischhacker, Executive Director, located in MI

• Bill Gress, Assistant Director, located in KS

• Judith Minear, Coordinator for Mission Integration, located in OH.

• Bernadette Dean, part-time support staff, located in MI

Congregation Leadership Team – Member of the

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CSJ Ministries- Member

Board of Directors

of the individual ministry

Shared Responsibilities

• Congregation Leadership Team – Sponsorship Responsibilities

- Legal and Canonical - Direct and Delegated

• CSJ Ministries – Link between Sponsorship and Governance

• Local Ministry Board – Governance Responsibilities

Local Ministry BoardsKnow, value and continue the CSJ mission

Good stewardship of mission and resources

High quality programs and services

Sound governance

Love the ministries and have a passion for the dear neighbor being served!

We Are ONE!