"The Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph (Bishop John Aelen Province, Trichy) serve as a compassionate presence across 17 districts and 13 dioceses of South Tamil Nadu. Primarily rooted in remote villages adjacent to parish communities, our sisters dedicate themselves to a diverse pastoral ministry that responds dynamically to local needs. From sacramental preparation and catechesis to uplifting the marginalized and visiting the imprisoned, we strive to be the hands and feet of Christ—comforting the grieving, strengthening faith through Basic Christian Communities, and providing spiritual accompaniment to all, doing everything in the name of Jesus."