Called like Francis of Assisi to live the Gospel in joyful servanthood among all people, the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio, as messengers of peace, commit themselves to works that reverence human dignity, embrace the poor and marginalized, and respect the gift of all creation.
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We have always been told that when we make decisions that we have to look to seven generations and see how those decisions will affect those people.![]()
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- Sidney Hill, Tadodaho![]()
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(Sister Kateri)
Birthday Blessings, Sister Janice!![]()
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Your dedication and service throughout the years, from your ministry in education to your work in pastoral care and RCIA, are an inspiration to all. Your journey, beginning in 1965, has touched countless lives, and your unwavering commitment to faith formation and education has left a lasting legacy in Ohio, Michigan, and Minnesota.![]()
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Family ties, rich with Franciscan history, show the deep roots of love and service that have shaped your path. From your great aunt, Sister Wilfreda, to the cherished memories of your mother visiting the convent, it’s clear that your vocation has been one of love, devotion, and community. Today we celebrate you.
Inner disarmament, external disarmament; these must go together, you see. Peace is not just the mere abscence of violence - genuine peace must start in each individual heart.![]()
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(Sister Ann Marie Emon)
We live in a time when science is validating what humans have known throughout the ages: that compassion is not a luxury; it is a necessity for our well-being, resilience, and survival.![]()
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— Roshi Joan Halifax![]()
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(Sister Julitta Campbell)
Read about spirituality, prayer, justice, peace and more in these Sylvania Franciscan Sisters’ blog posts.
Headed to the Beach?
Imagine a world where every carrot gets its chance to shine and every banana fulfills its destiny. That’s the magic of composting: the parts that are left of the food we eat can become nutrient-rich compost that grows healthy new food. The alternative is a terrible waste.
