the daughters of charity AUSTRALIA

rosalie rendu province

Welcome to the website of the Rosalie Rendu Province: The combined communities of the Daughters of Charity of Australia and Great Britain.

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AUSTRALIAN CENTENARY

Celebrating 100 Years in Australia

In 2026, the Daughters of Charity of St Vincent de Paul give thanks for 100 years of compassionate service, mission and presence among the people of Australia.


You are warmly invited to register your interest in the Centenary celebrations, including updates, invitations and live stream details.

the daughters of charity

given in love

Caring Globally, Acting Locally

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sisters worldwide

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countries served

THE DAUGHTERS OF CHARITY AUSTRALIA

SERVING JESUS IN HUMILITY, SIMPLICITY & CHARITY

As Daughters of Charity in Australia, we are committed to sharing the Good News of the Gospel with those around us who are carrying the poverties of this Third Millennium. We strive to do this through our presence and loving, practical Vincentian service across the nation. 

a legacy of compassion

Our founders

Discover the story of how St Vincent de Paul and St Louise de Marillac established the Daughters of Charity.

MEET OUR FOUNDERS
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st vincent de paul

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BL ROSALIE RENDU

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St LOuise de Marillac

St Vincent de PAul

Go to the poor: you will find God

CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU

LIGHT A CANDLE

Light a candle and pray for a loved one, your family, your friends or yourself. Share your prayer intentions with us by clicking below, which will direct you to our prayer intention page. There, you'll find a simple form to fill out, ensuring your requests are received and held in our prayers. We will approve your submission as soon as possible.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING

our latest AUSTRALIAN news

Centenary Scholarship to Support Future Women Leaders

By Liz Raymond • September 9, 2026
The Daughters of Charity partner with ACU to launch a perpetual scholarship supporting future Indigenous women leaders from 2027. Apply now.

Seton Villa Celebrates 60 Years of Disability Support

By Liz Raymond • August 26, 2026
How the Daughters of Charity founded Seton Villa and shaped 60 years of disability support, independence, dignity and choice.
Local volunteers helping to stitch a history of the Daughters of Charity in Australia

Volunteers Stitch Together a Century of History

By Liz Raymond • July 22, 2026
Local volunteers are helping complete centenary quilts that celebrate 100 years of the Daughters of Charity in Australia
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