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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Release the past, embrace growth, and choose peace within.
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"I have loved you with an everlasting love. I have called you and you are mine."![]()
With hearts full of both sorrow and grateful joy, we share the passing of our beloved Sister Ritamary Pyzick, into new life. She entered eternal rest on February 17, 2025.![]()
Sister Ritamary Pyzick's obituary, written by Sister Mary Thill, can be found in Thurday's publication of The Blade. ![]()
Welcoming
Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
Queen of Peace Chapel
Funeral
Friday, February 21, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
Queen of Peace Chapel
From shaping young minds in Ohio and Michigan to guiding hearts in vocations, ministry, and mission integration, your journey has been one of unwavering faith and generosity.![]()
Your ability to see the kaleidoscope of God’s beauty in every person and moment is a true gift to all who know you. ![]()
Happy Birthday Sister Kateri!
Acceptance is the grace to see thing's as they are and the wisdom to grow with them.
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Freedom is living with purpose, unbound by fear, and guided by truth and compassion.
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Read about spirituality, prayer, justice, peace and more in these Sylvania Franciscan Sisters’ blog posts.