Called like Francis of Assisi to live the Gospel in joyful servanthood among all people, the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio, as messengers of peace, commit themselves to works that reverence human dignity, embrace the poor and marginalized, and respect the gift of all creation.
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Lent calls us to see others the way Christ does. The ones who are stressed. The ones trying to make ends meet. The ones quietly See More
It is in loving the cross that one discovers His heart. For Divine Love does not exist without suffering. St. Bernadette Soubirous #FranciscanFriday See More
Lent calls us not only to give something up, but to give more of ourselves - our attention, our compassion, our Christ-like love. When we See More
Today we celebrate Sister Dorothy Jayne as she retires from her ministry in pastoral care at Rosary Care Center. For years, her gentle presence, compassionate See More
Sister Gretchen and her cookie crew are at it again—frosting, smiling, and making this week’s Easter bake sale extra sweet! The sale runs this Friday See More
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