Zuster Maria-Jozefa

Sister Maria-Jozefa (born Henriette Haeck; 30 September 1883 – 30 June 1961) was a Belgian nun, educator, and poet. She directed the ('Holy Sepulchre Institute') in Turnhout and is credited with "Dutchifying" the institution.

Biography Sister Maria-Jozefa was born Henriette Haeck on 30 September 1883 in Turnhout, Belgium. She was the eldest daughter of Pieter Haeck and Helena Haeck . Her younger brother Herman Haeck (1888–1960) became a Jesuit priest and author. taking her perpetual vows as a Roman Catholic nun on 25 August 1905.

As director, Maria-Jozefa "Dutchified" the school, translating the Flemish language textbooks into Dutch. She was supported by lay figures such as lawyer and politician Frans Van Cauwelaert. She also translated hymns and psalms into Dutch. She served here until retiring from education in 1957.

In 2021, Sister Maria-Jozefa was included in a heritage walk in Turnhout.