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Sister Rosile: "Kindness attracted me to FSPA."

Thursday, June 27th 2019 10:30 am
Sister Amy Taylor, FSPA


"It has been a wonderful life filled with many blessings and many challenges."

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FSPA Diamond Jubilarian Sister Rosile Pernsteiner

Sister Rosile Pernsteiner’s relationship with the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration spans more than seven decades, as she first met the community while attending high school. “I was impressed by their Franciscan spirit and kindness toward each other …”

In celebration of Sister Rosile’s diamond jubilee, Show me a sign invited her to share the insight she gained in discernment, throughout 75 years of vowed religious life and today as she ministers in prayer and witness.

Show me a sign:
How did you know that you wanted to be a sister?

Sister Rosile:
I went to a high school where Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration taught. I was impressed by their Franciscan spirit and their kindness toward each other so I decided to join them.  

Show me a sign:
How did your family and friends react when you first told them of your desire to live religious life? 

Sister Rosile:
My mother was very upset because I was going so far away — from Spokane, Washington, to La Crosse, Wisconsin. My dad said, “It that’s what she wants to do, let her do it.” 

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Sister Rosile Pernsteiner, Class of 1944

Show me a sign:
As you reflect on your jubilee, what facets of serving as an FSPA first come to mind? 

Sister Rosile:
It has been a wonderful life filled with many blessing and many challenges.  

Show me a sign:
What has been your favorite ministry, and why?  

Sister Rosile:
I was general treasurer of the community for 25 years. This ministry — a service to the community — was full of challenges and variety.  

Show me a sign:
What advice would you give to women who are discerning religious life today?  

Sister Rosile:
Trust in God — you will be making a good choice.

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.

 


 

Sister Joan to discerners: 'Religious life can be fulfilling and complete.'

Thursday, October 24th 2019 10:00 am
Sister Amy Taylor, FSPA

 

She "just knew" that religious life was to be hers

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FSPA honors Sister Joan Hageman on her 60th jubilee

We all learn by watching those we admire. Sister Joan Hageman chose to follow in the footsteps of her own heroes — the sisters who were her teachers — and became a Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. Now celebrating 60 years of religious life, Sister Joan recalls the adventures she embraced while ministering throughout the Midwest as an FSPA.   

Show me a sign:
How did you know that you wanted to be a religious sister?

Sister Joan:
I was inspired by the FSPA who were my teachers throughout elementary and middle school. I didn’t think of another vocation. I just knew.  

Show me a sign:
How did your family and friends react when you first told them of your desire to become a sister?  

Sister Joan:
They were surprised and happy. I knew that my mom, in particular, supported and inspired me.  

Show me a sign:
As you reflect on your jubilee, what facets of serving as an FSPA first come to mind?  

Sister Joan:
I really enjoyed pastoral care. The ministries were delightful, and the sisters I worked with and cared for were special. I also enjoyed cooking. It’s been exciting to see what each ministry has offered me.

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Sister Joan receives the joy of the FSPA community for her jubilee. 

Show me a sign:
Which of your ministries has meant the most to you?  

Sister Joan:
Pastoral care, because not only did I help others, but they also helped me gain insight into my own life experiences.  

Show me a sign:
What advice do you have for a woman discerning religious life today?  

Sister Joan:
Trust in God, and know that religious life is a complete and fulfilling way of life.

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.

Want a glimpse into the lives of other FSPA who share their own discernment stories and answers to questions like "How will religious life affect my relationships?" and "What if my family doesn't agree with my choice?" Check out Show me a sign's discernment video series Meet our sisters.


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