Sisters in the Spotlight
FEATURED NEWS ABOUT OUR MINISTRIES & GOOD WORKS IN THE WORLD
guided by god’s grace
Sister Cecilia Jacko reflects on 75 years in religious life. Read More
DO MIND THE EVERGREENS
A Sister reflects on intergenerational relationships. Read More
for the love of joy
Sisters ‘float’ and ‘flap’ for joy in fun-filled summer event. Read More
IN OUR FATHERS’ ARMS
Memories of our dear old dads that still evoke love and laughter. Read More
feeding the need
Spring Food Drives Tackle Hunger
in Communities Where We Serve
FRANCIS ALL AROUND US
On the Feast of St. Francis, Our Sisters See Him in Their Everyday Lives
PRAYING FOR PEACE
Sisters Here and Abroad Reach Out
to Families in War-Ravaged Ukraine
unfinished business
Sister Carries on Our Century-Long Classroom Tradition
EVERYTHING CHANGES
Sister Amata Shina Reflects on the
New Beginnings that Come with Age
god is watching us
A Reflection on Compassion that Transcends the Lenten Season
DECADES OF DEDICATION
Sisters Renew Vows During Major Milestones in Religious Life
COUNTING BLESSINGS
Ministry Blends Fiscal Responsibility
& Franciscan Spirituality
A HAND TO HOLD
Somerset Sister Carries Christ
in Her Pocket and in Her Heart
a time of discovery
Sister Anece Salay Suggests that the Aging Process is a Gift from God
blessings received
Retreat Program for Seniors Reveals Peace in the Aging Process
WALKING AMONG THEM
Sister Recalls Grace-Filled Ministry Work Among D.C. Homeless
reward without risk
Sister’s Work Helps to Prepare Challenged Adults for Workplace
WALKING WITH FRANCIS
Franciscan Reflections from Our Sisters on the Beloved Saint’s Feastday
THE STORY GOES ON
Sister Anece Salay: In Faith
As In Wisdom, Pass It On
second chances
Faith, Forgiveness Drive Sister’s
Work as Prison Minister
helping hands
Sisters Raise Funds & Awareness During Catholic Sisters Week
ANSWERING GOD’S CALL
Jersey-Born Sister Brings Unifying Spirit to Leadership Role in Rome
GRACED BY GOD
Sister’s Bilingual Work Helps to Fulfill Common Hunger for Faith
AGING GRACEFULLY
Our Sisters Offer Insight on the
Challenges and Joys of Aging
A PERFECT EVENING
Pairing for a Cause Event Spotlights Monocacy Farm Project
the rites of may
Sister Recall Traditional May Altars and May Crownings to Honor Mary
weathering the storm
Texas Sisters Endure Extraordinary Circumstances During Winter Freeze
precious commodity
Sisters Reflect on the Challenges of Maintaining Hope in Hard Times
christmas at heart
How the Journey of the Holy Family Informs Our Own Current Struggles
Our Special Saints
Sisters Share Their Personal Connections with Favorite Saints
voice your vote
Sisters Remind Us to Have Faith
in the Power of Participation
JUBILEE 2021
Fueled By Faith, Sisters Celebrate Milestones in Religious Life
memories of mom
Mother’s Day Stirs Sisters’ Fond Recollections of Their Mothers
helping the hungry
Sisters, Generous Laity Join Forces
to Take a Bite Out of Food Insecurity
sleds & skates
Sister Rosalia Giba Shares Her
Most Memorable Snow Stories
turkey day memories
Sisters Recall Special November Days of Turkey, Snow & Skating
blankets & blessings
Sisters Find Prayerfulness
in Simplest of Comforts
gift of grandparents
On Grandparents Day, Sisters Recall Fond Memories and Sage Advice
HONORING OUR HEROES
2021 Star Struck Gala Shines Light
on Everyday Heroes Among Us
praising volunteers
Sisters’ Lives & Works Enriched
By Kindness, Commitment of Many
end of an era
Sisters Close Out Decades of Service
at South African Mission
we are thankful
Sisters Share What They Count
Among Their Blessings This Year
Special Sundays
Sisters Share Traditions That Made Sundays Sweet in Their Family Homes
francis as our guide
Our Sisters Reflect on the Saint’s Influence on Their Lives & Spirituality
spirituality of song
Sisters Share Spiritual, Stirring Connections with Music
fragile entanglement
Annual Celebration Reconnects
Sisters with Mother Earth
then & now
Alumnae Honor Sisters Who Touched Their Lives, Influenced Their Futures
common ground
Celebrating Religious Diversity with Meaningful Interfaith Experiences
a time for gratitude
Thanksgiving 2020 Highlights
Life’s Intangible Blessings
hauntingly familiar
Halloween Memories Still Evoke
Youthful Excitement Among Sisters
Heaven on Earth
Recalling Special Autumn Days Spent Counting God’s Colorful Blessings
from God’s Garden
Sisters Cultivate Food for the
Table and Fuel for the Spirit
in praise for peace
Special Day, Sister’ Sentiments Spotlight Stepping Stones to Peace
whole new world
Return to Classroom Presents New Challenges for Teachers Among Us
a unique celebration
Scenes from Our Socially-Distanced 2020 Jubilee Mass in Bethlehem
AROUND the block
Sister Gains Surprising Perspective from Simple Retreat
back-to-school
Sisters Share Their Most Beloved
Back-to-School Memories
beauty at san damiano
Garden Club Brings Color to Grounds of Pittsburgh Convent
farewell blessing
Three Sisters Laid to Rest Amid COVID-19 Restrictions
HEROES IN HEAVEN
Sisters Share Father’s Day Memories
of Their Family Patriarchs
bearing fruit
Pick-Your-Own Produce Program in Full Swing at Monocacy Farm Project
A New Normal
Sister Marguerite Stewart Reflects
on Life During (and After) COVID-19
Finding All the Pieces
Sister Amata Shina Reflects
on the Jigsaw Puzzle of Life
Learning Must Go On
Sisters Embrace Technology to Keep Teaching Despite School Closures
A Grateful Transition
Prayer Service Celebrates Evolution
of Storied Mount Assisi Property
A New Year’s Blessing
San Damiano Convent Welcomes the Blessed Sacrament to New Chapel
REACHING OUT
SFCR Rolls Out Virtual Retreats & Online Programming for Homebound
spirit & smiles
Technology Keeps Isolated Sisters Connected During Social Distancing
Full Circle
Sisters Navigate Turbulent Times to Retire from South African Mission
LABOR OF LOVE
Inside the Sacred Space Where Sisters Care for Other Sisters
special Visitors
General Administrators Enjoy Fall Visitation with American Sisters
STILL SHINING
Beloved ‘Gleam on the Hilltop’ Gets New Life as Mt. Assisi Place
Prayer in a Pandemic
Usual Practices Suspended, Sisters Find Creative Outlets for Spirituality
a milestone year
2020 Jubilarians Celebrate Milestones During Extraordinary Times
in god’s hands
A Story About Trust As Told By
Sister Marguerite Stewart
coNNECTING in crisis
Sisters Find Unique Ways to Connect Amid Challenges of COVID-19
race night is a Winner
Our 2020 Winter Fundraiser Draws Enthusiastic Crowd to Mt. Assisi Place
Music for the Messiah
Annual Christmas Vespers Carry On Tradition at Monocacy Manor
TRYING TIMES
Sisters Find Peace and Prayer
Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
generosity abounds
Food Drive Unites Sisters & Community in Desire to Help Others
one on one
Sisters Talk Isolation, Prayer & Silver Linings in the Age of COVID-19
Marigolds in Memory
Pittsburgh Kindergartener Plants Flowers on Graves of Deceased Sisters
An egg-cellent idea
Convent Completes Community Service Project for Easter
STITCH BY STITCH
Generous Spirits and Sewing Machines Make a Difference Around the World
days of jubilation
Our Community Celebrates 2019 Jubiliarians for Enduring Service
the good fight
South African Mission Weathers Challenges to Change Lives
Frisky Fridays
Sisters Care for ‘Homeless” at Pittsburgh Animal Shelter
fun on the farm
A Day for Family, Food and Fun at Monocacy Farm Project
fun festival finale
Sunny Sunday Sets the Scene for Sisters’ Final Spring Festival
Gran Celebración
Sisters Mark 70 Years of Service at South American Mission
Finding Francis
A Sister’s Ever-Changing Experiences as She Leads Franciscan Pilgrimages
Pilgrimage of Honor
Sisters Take Part in Beatification Process for Exceptional Leader
A TIME TO ACT
Border Encounter Reconnects Sister with Catholic Social Teaching
Prayers for Peace
St. Francis Center Renewal Observes U.N. International Day of Peace
reaching out in texas
Sisters Make Scripture More Accessible to Latino Community
Golden Apples
Sister Rounds Out Trio of Honored Educators at Pittsburgh Academy