Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration

10/27/2026

Sister Thea Bowman will be featured in this documentary series "Black Catholics: Footsteps to Sainthood."

This November, join Loyola Press author Dr. Ansel Augustine for "Black Catholics: Footsteps to Sainthood," a six-part documentary series on The CatholicTV Network. The series shares the stories of six Black Catholics on the path to sainthood, beginning with Venerable Father Augustus Tolton.

The series premieres November 2 at 8:30 p.m. Visit CatholicTV.com to learn how to watch.

10/26/2026

Viterbo University students are back on our socials today! 🎬

✨Moments from St. Francis Day of Prayer and Action ✨

10/23/2026

Last Friday, sisters, affiliates, prayer partners and guests gathered in Mary of the Angels Chapel to welcome three new affiliates into the FSPA affiliation program and honor three affiliates celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2026.

Sister Dawn Kutt, FSPA perpetual adoration coordinator, also had the privilege of commissioning four new prayer partners into the community.

Welcome and congratulations to all!

10/22/2026

The Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters in the USA are celebrating 125 years in the United States, and they welcomed participants to their home in Northfield, Illinois, for a conversation on migration. The event was held in partnership with the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership and Kino Border Initiative / Iniciativa Kino para la Frontera.

Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Eileen McKenzie spoke about changing the narrative around migration and the importance of migration with dignity. Ryan Lents and Gabriel Lara from CSPL shared the power of coalitions and the importance of building long-term relationships.

10/21/2026

Interested in learning more about serving the Church as a religious sister, brother, priest or lay missioner? Join us for Open Hearts/Open House, an online meet and greet, on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. CT. Hosted by the Dubuque Area Vocation Association.

Click the link in the comments below to learn more and register!

10/19/2026

Viterbo University students are taking over our socials! 🎬

Enjoy moments from St. Francis Week 2026 through their eyes.

10/19/2026

The Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, the La Crosse Area Community Foundation and philanthropist Roz Schnick presented donations to The Nature Place today in recognition of their shared commitment to environmental education and conservation.

10/16/2026

Pretty in pink! We just adore Sister Mary Kathryn. She served as director of the FSC from 1988 to 2000 and continues to share her wisdom and gifts with us as a volunteer.

10/16/2026

This year, we had the honor of presenting the Paula Tower Award to Sister Mary Ann Gschwind. The award recognizes someone in the Coulee Region who dedicates time and energy to advance the message of breast cancer awareness, prevention, and education.

What makes Sr. Mary Ann especially deserving of this recognition is the way she leads with both heart and action. She does not seek attention or praise. Instead, she gives generously because she believes in caring for others and strengthening the community around her. That kind of quiet, faithful service is exactly what Paula Tower’s legacy represents.

Thank you, Sr. Mary Ann, for caring so deeply for your community. We're grateful to have you in our corner as a fierce advocate for breast cancer research and patients at Emplify Health by Gundersen! 💗

10/15/2026

The Diocese of Jackson, Mississippi’s Office of Intercultural Ministry is hosting “Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman: Her Legacy” on Nov. 7. Karla Luke, former executive director of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Jackson, will facilitate.

Join the Diocese of Jackson’s Office of Intercultural Ministry for “Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman: Her Legacy,” a day of reflection exploring how Sister Thea’s life and witness continue to impact us personally.

Karla Luke, former executive director of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Jackson, will lead the day. Breakout sessions will explore conversion, joy through suffering, music as an expression of faith and bringing your whole self to the Church.

📅 Saturday, Nov. 7
⏰ 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1493 Highway 17, Camden
💵 Cost: $10

Register by Friday, Oct. 23.

For more information, contact Sister Amelia Breton at [email protected].