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Line 5 poses risk to lakes, rivers and wildlife - Sisters Georgia Christensen, Paulynn Instenes, Laura Nettles
As Wisconsin moves forward with the Department of Natural Resources permit for Line 5, on behalf of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, we urge decision-makers to prioritize the long-term... Read More
Sister Lucy Ann Meyer honored as December's Poet of the Month
In a tribute to 175 years of prayer, witness and service, FSPA proudly presents Sister Lucy Ann Meyer as December's Poet of the Month. This poem was collected as part of an FSPA poetry project led by... Read More
Truth and Healing Act needs immediate attention
Reposting this urgent action alert shared by Native American Rights Fund Source: Native American Rights Fund On December 20, 2024, the U.S. Senate passed S. 1723, the Truth and Healing Commission on... Read More
'Advent Darkness' - Sister Julia's contemplative podcast episode
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Julia Walsh shares this special, contemplative Messy Jesus Business Podcast episode, "Advent Darkness," bringing us into "the power of darkness and light,"... Read More
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Celebrating a Year of Goodness and Joy [video]
As we look back on 2024, we are full of gratitude for the goodness and joy that has been all around us. Please enjoy this video that features some of the fun moments the Franciscan Sisters of... Read More
Honoring Sister Thea Bowman and 40th anniversary of Black Catholic bishops' letter
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Black Catholic bishops’ letter, “What we Have Seen and Heard,” a call of action to the church. Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman shared this vision in her... Read More
Sister Katie Mitchell Featured in Documentary and Advent
Sister Katie Mitchell is featured in a documentary which highlights her ministry with migrants in Chicago. The film is titled Agentes de su Proprio Desarollo (Agents of their own Development) and is... Read More
Celebrating Sister Joan: FSPA's new featured artist
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Joan Weisenbeck was born in 1937 and grew up on a farm near Durand, Wisconsin. She had seven siblings, one who eventually became a Salvatorian priest and... Read More
In loving memory of Sister Marcella Steffes
At the age of 97 and in her seventy-fifth year of religious life, Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Marcella Steffes died on Nov. 27, 2024, at St. Rose Convent in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Sister... Read More
Take Action: Immigration
The Coulee Region Immigration Task Force partnered with FSPA affiliation, the Franciscan Spirituality Center and Kino Border Initiative to host an immigration summit on Nov. 21. Attendees met... Read More