This series contains the records created by and collected by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Hamilton, Ontario during their time living at 20 Emerald Street South, Hamilton. The Good Shepherd Women’s Centre, where women in need could find short-term accommodations, operated at 20 Emerald Street South, Hamilton, Ontario. The Brothers of the Good Shepherd were the owners of the centre, but it was staffed by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Hamilton. Sister Madeleine Graf was director upon the opening in January 1983. Initially, the space was shared with the Catherine Brock Rehabilitation Centre for Alcoholic Women, but that ended by March 1st. An addition to the building was completed in February 1986. The third floor of the building was the Sisters’ residence. The Sisters called the building Martha House in honour of Mother Martha Von Bunning and had her story displayed by the door. General Superior Sister Ann Marshall lived here for a time. The Sisters living here were involved in other ministries in the area, including healthcare, education, and parish ministry. In 1991 the Sisters moved out to make more space to provide for women and children in need. The records present include annals, news clippings, programmes, a poster, and an invitation.
