The mission of the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady Mother of Mercy in the Timor Leste Region is to make charitable service a path of hope for those they serve, especially the small, the weak, the poor, and those who are overlooked by those around them. The initial mission of the SCMM sisters in Timor Leste was to accompany and nurture children who were victims of war.
This mission has grown over time, expanding beyond social services to include education, health, and pastoral work. Therefore, we welcome, accompany, nurture, and educate children in orphanages, boarding schools, and kindergartens to prepare them to be more independent, responsible, and resilient in the future, and to guide them to become people of good character both in the Church and in the State. We believe that this approach will demonstrate hope and build a more just and compassionate future.
In addition, the Sisters also serve in the pastoral field in collaboration with local parishes. We assist parish priests in providing catechesis and retreats to the faithful, especially during Advent and Lent. We also bring communion to the elderly from house to house, help children learn to read and write, accompany Catholic children and youth, and families experiencing conflict. The sisters also serve in the field of health, because a healthy body houses a healthy soul. The sisters serve those who have lost hope due to their illnesses and bring them new strength and spirit.
With faith and dedication, we continue to carry out this mission with compassionate service, spreading love and hope to all those we serve, to uplift their dignity and honor, and for their physical and spiritual salvation.
