*An image from the promotional flyer featuring* *sculpture* *of the homeless Jesus by Timothy Schmalz. IMAGE: Sisters of St Joseph website.*

The Josephite Justice Network and the Justice and Peace Office of the Archdiocese of Sydney will this week begin a 150-day campaign to respond to Australia’s housing and homelessness crisis.

Grounded in dignity, solidarity, and the common good, this campaign will combine faith-based action with public advocacy to mobilise communities, influence decision-makers, and secure lasting commitments for housing justice.

Sr Jan Barnett RSJ, Josephite Justice Coordinator, said the campaign will be launched on the vigil of the Feast of St Joseph (who was homeless himself) on Wednesday 18 March from 2pm until 3pm.

“We would love it if you could join us (either in the Mary MacKillop Memorial Chapel in North Sydney, or in your own communities) for the launch of the campaign. For in-person attendance, please register using the link shared below,” she said in an article on the Sisters of St Joseph website.

“During the 150 days, we will focus particularly on families and women over 55, while not losing sight of all those who are the victims of current policies and life situations

“This invitation, shared below, is open to all, and we would love you to be involved – in your prayer, your conversation and your ongoing action. There is also a poster you can view below.”

Additionally, an information resource provides details about the 150-day campaign goals and stages.

“We are hoping that this initiative will help us to continue to respond to the call to be a voice for a suffering world,” Sr Jan said.

This article was drawn from an article on the website of the Sisters of St Joseph.