Ireland

In 1821 Teresa Ball, a Dublin woman, brought the Congregation of Jesus to Ireland.

Seed of a global movement

There are Loreto Sisters throughout the world working where the needs are greatest.  In Ireland, Loreto is well known for its schools.

However, Loreto Sisters  in Ireland also work in other ministries such as in hospitals, prisons, prayer and retreat ministry, chaplaincy, counselling and psychotherapy services, youth ministry.