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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Mark your calendars, and empty your tummies! Sister Gretchen has just announced her bake sale dates through 2025!
The Love of Creation/Care for the Earth pillar of Sylvania Franciscan Connections planned this year’s Zero Waste Luncheon to be a little different from previous years. ![]()
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An exquisite Instagram-worthy lunch was served as we 'talked trash' with guest speaker Adam Cassi, Executive Director of Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful, who let us in on the nitty gritty about what we can recycle, how to recycle, and where it all goes when the trucks haul it away!
It is with great joy that we wish many birthday blessings to you, Sister Eve Marie!
"I used to believe that prayer changes things, but now I know that prayer changes us, and we change things."![]()
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Climate Change Explained
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.
