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FSPA mourns the loss of Pope Francis
"We mourn the loss of Pope Francis. We are grateful for his humble leadership," said Sister Sue Ernster. "We pray for him as his words and actions continue to teach us how to live with mercy and... Read More
Sister Sue Ernster speaks on Sister Thea Bowman's courage
Nearly 300 people gathered on March 29 at The Catholic University of America for the first-ever Sister Thea Bowman conference, “I Bring My Whole Self,” held on the evening of 35 years since the... Read More
A journey through grief with Sister Sarah Hennessey
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Sarah Hennessey was recently featured in Religion Unplugged as part of a new series exploring how people navigate grief and loss. In the piece, “Dealing With... Read More
Sister Eileen McKenzie reflects on the meaning of fences at the border
When Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Eileen McKenzie was a little girl, she recalled her dad quoting a line from Robert Frost’s poem Mending Wall: “Good fences make good neighbors.” Sister... Read More
March Poet of the Month: Sister Arita Dopkins
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Arita Dopkins is honored as March's Poet of the Month for her expressive poem, "Ash Wednesday's Hope." Through vivid imagery and reflection, this poem... Read More
FaithND honors Sister Thea Bowman during Black History Month
FaithND, a spiritual outreach program of the University of Notre Dame Alumni Association, recently recognized Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman, as their Saint of the Day. This recognition highlights... Read More
February Poet of the Month: Sister Julia Walsh
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Julia Walsh is honored as February's Poet of the Month for her inspiring piece, "Gazing at Creation. " Explore more of Sister Julia's work at Messy Jesus... Read More
FSPA calls for compassion and action
The Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration stand with other Catholic Sister congregations, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and many groups around the United States in resisting... Read More
Gloria Franciscana featured on Franciscan Gallery
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Cleta Bakewell’s beautiful 1918 Gloria Franciscana painting, displayed at Mary of the Angel’s Chapel, was recently featured on the Franciscan Gallery blog.... Read More
Visual Art Experience: FSPA Iconography
FSPA is proud to present FSPA Iconography, the latest FSPA Visual Art Experience. Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Joan Weisenbeck describes icons as “windows to the Divine,” highlighting... Read More