Sisters invite people to 'Prepare & Rejoice' Advent series

This Advent, join us for morning prayer designed to help us slow down and experience the real meaning of the season. Each hour-long gathering will focus on the readings for the second, third, and...

40 years of Franciscan friendship

Sisters and Associates nurture faith through prayer, mission  and fellowship by Renae Bauer Men and women drawn to the Franciscan spirit have joined the Sisters in the Associate Relationship for 40...

Sisters help break ground for Heritage and Research Center

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE:  Nine religious institutions helped break ground for the new Heritage and Research Center (HARC). Participating in the ceremony from our Community were, sixth from left, Sister...

A journey of faith: The Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis

Worshipping with 50,000 other Catholics  was like no other experience by Renae Bauer From July 17 to 21, Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis transformed into a sacred space for the Eucharistic...

Sister Marietta Samz goes home to God's garden

Sister Marietta Samz, age 87, died on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.  The former Rosalie Martha Samz was born on Jan. 2, 1937 in Manitowoc,  daughter of the late Oscar and Frances (Reuter) Samz. She...

Pristine land is now protected through conservation agreement

The Woods near the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. © Dan Larson image. Used with permission. Caring for earth gives Sisters   and scientists a glimpse   into rare ecological finds by Renae Bauer In a...