"Merciful Franciscans,
joyous and poor,
doing works of neighborly love."
With deep joy
we awaken hope
in our neighbors
through works of love.
Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart...
Awakening hope
Welcome Back!
Our hearts our joy-filled that we can once again welcome our neighbors and friends to Mass in our Queen of Angels Chapel at the Motherhouse. Take note of the Mass schedule change and precautions that still need to be taken to protect the health of the Sisters at this link. It will be wonderful to see you and worship with you! We will keep you updated about any changes as they happen. See you Sunday!
“The truly poor in spirit, following the example of the Lord, live in this world as pilgrims and strangers.”
(TOR Rule Ch. VI-22)
Like Francis and Clare, we journey in the footprints of Jesus through simple, Gospel living...
- discerning God's dream for us personally and communally
- gathering in fraternitas (community) with Jesus as our brother
- being a welcoming and joyful presence
- placing our incompleteness in God's transforming heart
- embracing diversity in our life and ministries
- furthering the new reign of God
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With so many ways to be involved, discover the ways you you can belong here!
- Supporter Time / Talent / Treasure
- Spiritual Journeys (programs/retreats at Portiuncula Center for Prayer
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Come to this peaceful, 50-acre wooded campus where you can be refreshed in body and soul.
Unwind by walking our outdoor labyrinth, Cosmic Walk (walking meditation) and Stations of the Cross. Explore our winding wooded paths, benches for resting and enjoying nature, and sacred places graced by inspiring statuary.
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Get to know us!
- Visit our blog: https://fsshfranciscans.wordpress.com/blog/
- Listen to the "It's a Nun's Life" podcast with General Community Leader Joyce Shanabarger: http://anunslife.org/podcasts/ask-sister/as183-apr-08-2016-OSF-FrankfortIL-MRT
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Listen to this "Ask Sister" podcast featuring Vocation Director Sr. Maria Brizuela: http://traffic.libsyn.com/anunslife/AS208.mp3
- Learn how some of our Sisters are living out their Franciscan call.
- See us in ministry.
- Enjoy a campus tour.
A Brief Video on the Lives of Women Religious
Have you ever wondered, what do women religious do? What are their lives like? Are they different today than in days past? See this brief video for some answers. Sisters in Ministry: The Gospel in Action https://youtu.be/l7E4Bt0JqW4 via @YouTube
Read our publications
Go to https://www.fssh.net/publications to learn more.
Visits with Motherhouse Sisters welcomed again!
Visitors are once again welcome at the Motherhouse, when following these guidelines.
World Refugee Day
Please join the international community on World Refugee Day, Sunday, June 20, as we remember, pray and act in solidarity with our refugee sisters and brothers who have been forcibly displaced from their homes because of a "well-founded fear of being persecuted for reasons of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion.” World Refugee Day honors the strength and courage of refugees and encourages public awareness and support of the people who have had to flee their homelands because of conflict or natural disaster. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees estimates there are twenty-six million refugees. https://www.unhcr.org/en-us/world-refugee-day.html
LCWR calls Biden to Resettle More Refugees
At this link is LCWR's statement.
Anti-Racism Resources
- Why are people protesting? Why are so many people angry? Here is a quick summary, which is about 15 minutes into this video, but we do hope you will go back to hear it all! https://youtu.be/AGUwcs9qJXY?t=922
- Here is an excellent reading list for articles on anti-racism https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/ncr-today/anti-racism-reading-list-ncr. They have the potential to open our hearts to a greater love for ALL our sisters and brothers.
Congregational Statement on the Death Penalty
We, the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, affirm our stance against the death penalty made in 2000. As followers of Jesus and Francis of Assisi, we hold the dignity of each person as sacred. Every person is the image of God and has the right to the breath of life.
- We are against both federal and state executions.
- We believe in the power of restorative justice.
- We work in harmony with organizations holding parallel views.
- We pray for peace first in our hearts and for our world.
LCWR Pledges to Work
to Heal the Nation
Please see the attached pledge.