International House of Studies and Formation in Manila, Philippines

An International House of Studies and Formation has been established in Manila, Philippines for MSC Sisters in the congregation.   In the 1980s MSC sisters first went to Manila for the purpose of professional studies.   Over the years, the sisters besides studying also began small ministry outreach efforts to engage with the local people.    

Gradually the need and interest for an International House of Studies and Formation for the MSC sisters grew and developed.  Today MSC sisters from the Asia Pacific area and Africa who come to Manila for studies have the opportunity to live together as an international community and to experience life and mission beyond their own countries.  Young women from the Asia Pacific are also receiving formal formation to become MSC sisters here in Manila. The hope is that one day soon young Filipino women may also want to join the congregation.

Stable or core members of the community in Manila have been able to open a second house in San Mateo,
a poorer area outside metro Manila where they provide ministry outreach for women and children.