The Benedictine Sisters of St. Gertrude Monastery are deeply committed to transforming lives in Imiliwaha and beyond through holistic, faith-driven service. Guided by “Ora et Labora – Pray and Work,” we bring hope and healing where it’s needed most.

Healthcare: Our health ministry delivers essential medical services—maternal care, HIV awareness, nutrition education, and mobile outreach clinics—to rural communities with limited access to healthcare. Each year, thousands of patients receive compassionate, affordable care regardless of background or belief.

Education: Our schools empower children through quality education and spiritual guidance. We focus on girls’ education, giving them the opportunity to learn, dream, and create better futures for their families and communities.

Orphan & Vulnerable Child Care: Our orphanage and outreach programs provide safe homes, education, and emotional support to children in need. Every child is given the love, dignity, and opportunity to grow into a confident, faith-filled leader.

Agriculture & Sustainability: To combat poverty and hunger, our sisters teach sustainable farming and ecological stewardship. Through demonstration gardens and training, families learn to produce food, improve nutrition, and care for the environment.

Spiritual & Social Formation: We nurture the soul of our community through retreats, catechesis, and pastoral care. These programs promote reconciliation, faith renewal, and unity among families and youth.

Each initiative directly addresses the root causes of poverty, illness, and inequality—offering practical, faith-rooted solutions that restore dignity and build hope.