"The world needs women and men to respond to the greatest needs of humanity."
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Lorraine Forster
For 75 years, Lorraine Forster has served as a Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration — a community of vowed Franciscan women engaged in furthering the work of the Gospel and the Catholic church.
In celebration of Sister Lorraine’s diamond jubilee, Show me a sign asked her to reflect upon discernment of religious life — her personal journey that began before she answered “yes” to God and continues as she lives the Gospel through contemplation and action today.
Show me a sign:
How did you know that you wanted to be a sister?
Sister Lorraine:
It just seemed to be my way. I was taught by FSPA, and I also had a great aunt in the community.
Show me a sign:
How did your family react when you first told them that you wanted to be a sister?
Sister Lorraine:
They were pleased. Both sides of my family are devoted Catholics.
Sister Lorraine, ministering as a teacher of religious education
Show me a sign:
As you reflect on your jubilee, what facets of serving as an FSPA first come to mind?
Sister Lorraine:
The building of the FSPA-founded institution Viterbo University, the dedication of our nurses and teachers and the day I made my first profession of vows.
Show me a sign:
What has been your favorite ministry and why?
Sister Lorraine:
Teaching children in secondary grades. I love youth and serving as a teacher to them.
Show me a sign:
What advice would you give to a woman discerning religious life today?
Sister Lorraine:
The world needs the joint effort of women and men to respond to its greatest needs — education, health care and serving the poor.
Are you discerning religious life? Walking with someone who is? We invite you to share this link, www.fspa.org/showmeasign, and join the conversation.
