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“It was awful not to be able to hear, but now that’s over with,” Sister Eileen Houlihan said.

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.

Laughter echoed in the newly-renovated gathering room at the Assisi House, and the smell of cinnamon lingered in the air. On a recent Wednesday in March, Sisters at the retirement convent for the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, were making “Irish potatoes” — a traditional Philadelphia confection. Wearing plastic gloves, the Sisters carefully rolled the coconut…

Raising awareness is an important part of our mission here at SOAR! This year, we are excited to exhibit at a number of events across the country.

At 92, Father Frank Hull, SSJ is a man with a mission.

98 year young Sister Rita Kane, SSJ, shares her story and wisdom.

In her 76 years as a Sister of St. Benedict of Ferdinand, Indiana, Sister Mary George Kissel, OSB, has opened minds and changed lives. Read her story.

Thanks to a 2015 grant from SOAR!, the Benedictine Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery in St. Paul, Minnesota were able to purchase equipment to help aging Sisters stand safely and securely. Ten Sisters live in the healthcare center at the Monastery and some require assistance getting out of bed or standing up from a chair. The new Smart…

With vibrant spirits and hearts full of love, the Josephites have faithfully fulfilled this mission since 1871.