
Mission
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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Week of Events
Mass
Vigil for Racial Equality
Vigil for Racial Equality
Join the Sylvania Franciscans in a meaningful bi-weekly vigil and take a stand for racial equality. Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:15pm - 12:30pm at the corner of Convent Blvd. and Main Street in Sylvania.
Mass
Vigil for Racial Equality
Vigil for Racial Equality
Join the Sylvania Franciscans in a meaningful bi-weekly vigil and take a stand for racial equality. Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:15pm - 12:30pm at the corner of Convent Blvd. and Main Street in Sylvania.
Mass
Student Awards & Nursing Pinning
Student Awards & Nursing Pinning
As the closure of Lourdes University draws near, Sisters are asked to save the date. Invitations and information to come.
Student Awards & Nursing Pinning
Student Awards & Nursing Pinning
As the closure of Lourdes University draws near, Sisters are asked to save the date. Invitations and information to come.
Baccalaureate & Commencements
Baccalaureate & Commencements
As the closure of Lourdes University draws near, Sisters are asked to save the date. Invitations and information to come.
Baccalaureate & Commencements
Baccalaureate & Commencements
As the closure of Lourdes University draws near, Sisters are asked to save the date. Invitations and information to come.
Baccalaureate & Commencements
Baccalaureate & Commencements
As the closure of Lourdes University draws near, Sisters are asked to save the date. Invitations and information to come.
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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Read about spirituality, prayer, justice, peace and more in these Sylvania Franciscan Sisters’ blog posts.
Taking A Closer Look
With nearly 70% of our native pollinators living in the topsoil, we have a meaningful opportunity to rethink how we care for our lawns in ways that better support the ecosystems right beneath our feet. […]
Justice & Peace
With our Mission always before us, the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania strive to live out our Directional Statement and our Peacemaking Initiative, by joining the global family in work for social change through lifestyle, prayer, ministries and advocacy efforts.
Ministries
Placing our individual gifts and talents in service of the needs of God’s people, we are engaged in such diverse ministries as education, healthcare, social services, religious education, media, law, art, parish and retirement ministries, and spiritual direction.
Prayer Focus
Our prayer focus for 2021 is on bringing unity through diversity to our country. Reflecting on racism within ourselves and our society, we seek respect for all people and healing for racial injustice.
Experience
Regular tours of the Motherhouse grounds and special prayer services are conducted throughout the year. The Sylvania Franciscans provide several opportunities for prayer and contemplation, including mini-pilgrimages and Lent and Advent services.
Care for Creation
Watch Pope Francis' video and hear his message about how we should take care of Mother Earth.

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.
The Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio are engaged in such diverse ministries as education, health care, social services, religious education and more. Meet one of our Sisters responding to the needs of our community and the world.















