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From the rolling hills of County Tipperary to the mountains of Guatemala and finally to the quiet halls of Assisi House, Sr. Mary’s life has been one of steadfast faith and generous love. What began as a quiet stirring in her heart as a young girl in Ireland grew into a lifelong vocation that carried her across oceans and cultures in service to others. - News/MediaRecent News:
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Vocations: Become a Sister
Why Become One of Us? Share Franciscan hope and joy by living as sister to all, using your unique gifts to serve in the gaps and margins of our world. In a community of prayerful Franciscan women, living the vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience, you will join us in loving relationship with God, one another and all that God has created. Become a part of something greater than yourself, following Christ in the spirit of Francis and Clare of Assisi, as we promote justice and peace with emphasis on human dignity, integral ecology, and reverencing all as a reflection of God’s abundant love.Discerning Your Vocation
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“What joy it is to have such good sisters!” (Mother Francis Bachmann, Foundress)
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Considering a call to religious life but unsure how to take the first step?
Experience a Franciscan approach to discernment in this online retreat, guided by the wisdom of Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi. The retreat includes group prayer, short presentations, a reflection booklet, spacious time for personal reflection, and small-group sharing.
Open to all adults considering a major life choice (vocation, school, job, relationship, faith, volunteer or intentional community year, etc.).
Cost: Free
Interested in a future retreat? This online retreat is typically offered twice each year. To be notified when registration opens for the next session, email us at vocations@osfphila.org.
Maria Anna Dela Paz Professes Final Vows with the Sisters of St. Francis
Sister Maria Anna Dela Paz professed her final vows (perpetual profession) as a Sister of St. Francis of Philadelphia on August 11, 2024—on the Feast of St. Clare—at Our Lady of Angels Convent in Aston, Pennsylvania. In front of the more than 200 gathered in person and over livestream, Sister Maria (Peaches) dedicated herself freely and unreservedly through the vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience, according to the Rule and Life of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis and the Constitutions of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia all the days of her life. Read more
Filled with trust in the goodness of God, Sister Maria Anna, moves forward into the future of God’s promise as a Sister of St. Francis of Philadelphia. Interested in becoming a sister? The congregation welcomes new members.
