Anglican Religious Life
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COMMUNITY OF THE HOLY NAME CHN
The Community of the Holy Name was founded in 1888 within the Diocese of Melbourne
by Emma Caroline Silcock (Sister Esther). The work of the Community was initially
amongst the poor and disadvantaged in the slum areas of inner-
Over the years, the Sisters have sought to maintain a balance between a ministry to those in need and a commitment to the Divine Office, personal prayer and a daily Eucharist.
For many years, CHN was involved in institutions, like children’s homes and a Mission house. There were many and varied types of outreach. The Holy Name Girls’ High School was established in Papua New Guinea, and the indigenous Community of the Visitation of Our Lady fostered there.
Today, Sisters are engaged in parish work in ordained and lay capacities, and in a great variety of other ministries, including hospital chaplaincies, both general and psychiatric, spiritual companionship and leading of Quiet Days and retreats. The offering of hospitality to people seeking spiritual refreshment or a place away from their normal strains and stresses has become an important part of our life and ministry.
Community House, 40 Cavanagh Street, Cheltenham, Victoria 3192, Australia
Tel: 03 9583 2087 Fax: 03 9585 2932
Email: chnmelb@bigpond.com
St Julian’s, 33 Lorna Street, Cheltenham, VIC 3192
25 Lorna Street, Cheltenham, VIC 3192
68 Pickett Street, Footscray, VIC 3011
48 Charles Street, Lorne, VIC 3232
15 Gisborne Street, East Melbourne, VIC 3002
2/7 James Street, Brighton, VIC 3186
8/7 James Street, Brighton, VIC 3186
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