Let us begin to serve the Lord God, for up until now we have done little or nothing. - St. Francis of Assisi (1C 22)
Get to know our Sisters! You may be surprised how diverse our personalities, talents and interests are, yet we have Franciscan joy and a passion for ministry in common. So many different ways to express our neighborly love! Whether you are looking for a spiritual neighbor, a way to partner with us in our advocacies or help in discerning if you might be called to religious life, we welcome you to St. Francis Woods!
Visit a Sister
We invite you to spend some time with us to learn more about the Franciscan way of life, way of love, way of being! Set up a visit here.
Other Ways to Meet Our Sisters
Attend Mass in our Chapel
Our hearts are joy-filled that we can once again welcome our neighbors and friends to Mass in our Queen of Angels Chapel at the Motherhouse. Mass is available at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Feel free to chat with Sisters after Mass. It will be wonderful to see you and worship with you!
Scripture Reflection
Beginning September 5, 2024, through May 8, 2025, Scripture Reflection with Sr. Marilyn Renninger will be every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m., both online via a Zoom link and in-person in our auditorium below chapel. Click the button below to be kept on our distribution list for Zoom links and reminders. There is no fee.
Join Scripture Reflection here
Attend a Special Event
You can get a feel for what our community is like by attending one of our special events. See "Mass & Events" on our Connect menu. We are known for our hospitality, and we look forward to seeing you!
Volunteer
A limited number of volunteer opportunities are available. You can inquire through Mary Fran Consola, our Volunteer Coordinator. Contact her here or send a note to .
Our 2024 Jubilarians
This year we celebrate the jubilees of six Sisters.
Do you have a message for our Jubilarians? You're in the right place! Click on the button below with the name of a Sister to send her a private message of congratulations!
Seated: (l-r) Sr. Gloria Therese Cabrera, 50th Anniversary; Sr. Mary Therese Forst, 70th Anniversary; Sr. Therese Carew, 40th Anniversary
Standing: (l-r) Sr. Lovina Francis Pammit, 25th Anniversary; Sr. Iodete de Miranda, 25th Anniversary; and Sr. Clare Van Vooren, 60th Anniversary
Jubilarian Mailboxes: Send a message
| Sr. Mary Therese Forst |
Sr. Clare Van Vooren |
| Sr. Gloria Therese Cabrera |
Sr. Therese Carew |
| Sr. Lovina Francis Pammit |
sisters who have gone before us
Every Sister has left an indelible mark on the history of our congregation. Read the stories of the Sisters who have gone before us and learn more about who we are. "In Memoriam" is the last page on the Reflect menu. The photos and eulogies of our Sisters who have entered eternal life since 2015 can be found there.