Sisters

Here is her motto: “Joy is the echo of God’s life in the soul.”

For Sister Mary Frances, “Religious life is the story of God’s romance with souls.”

“Of all my assignments, ‘missions’ we call them, my time as teacher of the visually handicapped was very special for me. It was such a thrill to see fingers glide across a Braille page and tell a story.”

She may have retired, but Sister Maria Elena will never stop teaching.

Sister Louise Sharum, OSB and Sister Andrea Loron, OSB run a retreat center, Hesychia House of Prayer, nestled in the Ozarks. This year they received a $2700 grant for a chairlift to go up and down the staircase.

Sister Peggy Bradley, DMJ retired from teaching four years ago but she hasn’t slowed down. She and the Sisters she lives with received a $2500 grant for electric recliners.

Sister Annette tries to help others with honest communication and a listening ear. Her order received a $2500 grant for a scooter so Sister Annette can travel from her apartment to a nursing home where she volunteers.

Sr. St. Joseph Brennion reflects on her “long, rich tramp with the Lord.”

When asked about her life as a Poor Clare, Sister Marie says, “It is a joy living with other women called to the same dedication.”

Now 87, Sister Judith Thaddeus brings a smile to everyone’s face with her cheerfulness and humor.