Sisters of St. Francis
Rooted in the Gospel and in the spirit of Francis and Clare, the Sisters of St. Francis live in right relationship with all creation.
In our personal, communal and public lives, the Sisters of St. Francis commit to ongoing conversion as we:
- deepen our relationship with Mother Earth and Sister Water;
- stand with persons who are poor;
- and make peace and practice non-violence.
This is who we are, this is what the global community can expect from us.
Who We are
The Sisters of St. Francis are dedicated to a life of service, prayer, and community living based on the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi.
Our Latest News
Sister Jeanine McDermott, OSF
Sister Jeanine (Marion) McDermott, OSF, died Monday, September 2, 2024 at the age of 96. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Friday, September 6, 2024. Guests unable to attend may participate via...
Sister Nancy Schreck Receives “Outstanding Leadership Award”
Sister Nancy Schreck, OSF, was selected as the 2024 recipient of the Outstanding Leadership Award from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) on Friday, August 16, during the closing banquet of LCWR’s Assembly in Orlando. Recipients are chosen based on...
Dr. Erin Lothes presents, “Peaceful Energy for Renewing the Earth”
Dr. Erin Lothes will present, "Peaceful Energy for Renewing the Earth" via Zoom on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6:30–8 p.m. In this talk via Zoom and in person at select locations, Dr. Erin Lothes will highlight the critical importance for transitioning rapidly to renewable,...