Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration
@fspa.bsky.social
Catholic sisters engaged in furthering the work of the Gospel.
Sweet moments at St. Rose with sisters and affiliates! 🐝🍯FSPA affiliates Meg and Priamo Paulino shared their beekeeping skills by demonstrating honey extraction collected from the beehives at St. Joseph's Ridge.
July 31, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Sweet moments at St. Rose with sisters and affiliates! 🐝🍯FSPA affiliates Meg and Priamo Paulino shared their beekeeping skills by demonstrating honey extraction collected from the beehives at St. Joseph's Ridge.
This month, we're featuring "Five Peso Treasure", a poem by Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Linda Mershon, written during her time in Mexico with the GATE program. A single moment of pure humanity on the train became a lasting memory for Sister Linda.
June 5, 2025 at 11:15 PM
This month, we're featuring "Five Peso Treasure", a poem by Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Linda Mershon, written during her time in Mexico with the GATE program. A single moment of pure humanity on the train became a lasting memory for Sister Linda.
Be sure to catch ABC World News Tonight with David Muir!
FSPA President Sister Sue Ernster reached out to let us know that she and Sister Joanne Schatzlein, a Sister of St. Francis of Assisi, were interviewed today in Rome. Their interview should air tonight!
FSPA President Sister Sue Ernster reached out to let us know that she and Sister Joanne Schatzlein, a Sister of St. Francis of Assisi, were interviewed today in Rome. Their interview should air tonight!
May 9, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Be sure to catch ABC World News Tonight with David Muir!
FSPA President Sister Sue Ernster reached out to let us know that she and Sister Joanne Schatzlein, a Sister of St. Francis of Assisi, were interviewed today in Rome. Their interview should air tonight!
FSPA President Sister Sue Ernster reached out to let us know that she and Sister Joanne Schatzlein, a Sister of St. Francis of Assisi, were interviewed today in Rome. Their interview should air tonight!
Happy Affiliate Week!
FSPA affiliates live all over the country, and after completing their discernment are invited to be part of a companion community (either virtually or in-person) to continue to support their growth, relationships and connections to the wider FSPA community.
FSPA affiliates live all over the country, and after completing their discernment are invited to be part of a companion community (either virtually or in-person) to continue to support their growth, relationships and connections to the wider FSPA community.
May 1, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Happy Affiliate Week!
FSPA affiliates live all over the country, and after completing their discernment are invited to be part of a companion community (either virtually or in-person) to continue to support their growth, relationships and connections to the wider FSPA community.
FSPA affiliates live all over the country, and after completing their discernment are invited to be part of a companion community (either virtually or in-person) to continue to support their growth, relationships and connections to the wider FSPA community.
As Franciscans worldwide commemorate 800 years of "The Canticle of the Creatures," Sister Eloise Nees is honored as April's Poet of the Month for her poem, "Canticle of the Seasons." Shared in loving memory of Sister Eloise, her words remind us to find the sacred in every season. 🌿☀️🍂❄️
April 30, 2025 at 6:59 PM
As Franciscans worldwide commemorate 800 years of "The Canticle of the Creatures," Sister Eloise Nees is honored as April's Poet of the Month for her poem, "Canticle of the Seasons." Shared in loving memory of Sister Eloise, her words remind us to find the sacred in every season. 🌿☀️🍂❄️
Happy Affiliate Week!
This week, we're honoring all who are part of our FSPA Affiliation program.
Affiliates, unlike members of the FSPA congregation, do not make religious vows; rather, they make a commitment to be people of the Gospel through their daily lives and actions.
This week, we're honoring all who are part of our FSPA Affiliation program.
Affiliates, unlike members of the FSPA congregation, do not make religious vows; rather, they make a commitment to be people of the Gospel through their daily lives and actions.
April 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Happy Affiliate Week!
This week, we're honoring all who are part of our FSPA Affiliation program.
Affiliates, unlike members of the FSPA congregation, do not make religious vows; rather, they make a commitment to be people of the Gospel through their daily lives and actions.
This week, we're honoring all who are part of our FSPA Affiliation program.
Affiliates, unlike members of the FSPA congregation, do not make religious vows; rather, they make a commitment to be people of the Gospel through their daily lives and actions.
"Today we mourn the loss of Pope Francis. We are grateful for his humble leadership. We pray for him as his words and actions continue to teach us how to live with mercy and hope."- Sister Sue Ernster
We'll gather at Mass today at 11 a.m. (CST) to pray for and remember our Pope.
We'll gather at Mass today at 11 a.m. (CST) to pray for and remember our Pope.
April 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
"Today we mourn the loss of Pope Francis. We are grateful for his humble leadership. We pray for him as his words and actions continue to teach us how to live with mercy and hope."- Sister Sue Ernster
We'll gather at Mass today at 11 a.m. (CST) to pray for and remember our Pope.
We'll gather at Mass today at 11 a.m. (CST) to pray for and remember our Pope.
This year, we celebrate 160 years of Mother Antonia Herb's promise—to establish Perpetual Adoration and build a chapel as beautiful as their means would allow. Now, as spring chapel tours resume, all are invited to step into history and experience the living presence of Mary of the Angels Chapel. ✨
April 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM
This year, we celebrate 160 years of Mother Antonia Herb's promise—to establish Perpetual Adoration and build a chapel as beautiful as their means would allow. Now, as spring chapel tours resume, all are invited to step into history and experience the living presence of Mary of the Angels Chapel. ✨
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman. She taught us to celebrate the beauty of our differences, reminding us: "If I begin to believe that we are all alike, look at what I'm going to miss: the richness, beauty, wholeness and harmony of what God created." 🙏
March 30, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman. She taught us to celebrate the beauty of our differences, reminding us: "If I begin to believe that we are all alike, look at what I'm going to miss: the richness, beauty, wholeness and harmony of what God created." 🙏
Sister Lucille Winnike, who provides retreat and spiritual direction at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center, gives thanks to our donors for supporting ecology, spirituality and holistic health for the enhancement of your relationships with with all.
March 26, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Sister Lucille Winnike, who provides retreat and spiritual direction at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center, gives thanks to our donors for supporting ecology, spirituality and holistic health for the enhancement of your relationships with with all.
Experience the peace of prayer in the Adoration Chapel as we celebrate 160 years of perpetual adoration. Click the link in the comments to read, "Holding the world in prayer: A ministry of intentions."
March 25, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Experience the peace of prayer in the Adoration Chapel as we celebrate 160 years of perpetual adoration. Click the link in the comments to read, "Holding the world in prayer: A ministry of intentions."
This year, we celebrate 160 years of perpetual adoration, a legacy started by Mother Antonia Herb's promise in 1865. From a humble sanctuary light made out of lard and tissue paper to continuous prayer for the world, this commitment has sparked a tradtion lasting generations.
March 14, 2025 at 4:50 PM
This year, we celebrate 160 years of perpetual adoration, a legacy started by Mother Antonia Herb's promise in 1865. From a humble sanctuary light made out of lard and tissue paper to continuous prayer for the world, this commitment has sparked a tradtion lasting generations.
Have you ever thought of religious life, #LikeaCatholicSister?
Sister Eileen McKenzie (middle) works with Kino Border Initiative. She says, “I am accompanied by people who leave behind all they know with hope of finding what they need, people who are dedicated to radical hospitality & advocacy."
Sister Eileen McKenzie (middle) works with Kino Border Initiative. She says, “I am accompanied by people who leave behind all they know with hope of finding what they need, people who are dedicated to radical hospitality & advocacy."
March 10, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Have you ever thought of religious life, #LikeaCatholicSister?
Sister Eileen McKenzie (middle) works with Kino Border Initiative. She says, “I am accompanied by people who leave behind all they know with hope of finding what they need, people who are dedicated to radical hospitality & advocacy."
Sister Eileen McKenzie (middle) works with Kino Border Initiative. She says, “I am accompanied by people who leave behind all they know with hope of finding what they need, people who are dedicated to radical hospitality & advocacy."
Have you ever thought about religious life, #likeacatholicsister?
Sister @juliafspa.bsky.social shares the messiness of Gospel living at Messy Jesus Business! She recently recorded a live podcast with Lisa Hendey that will air soon. Visit messyjesusbusiness.com to subscribe!
Sister @juliafspa.bsky.social shares the messiness of Gospel living at Messy Jesus Business! She recently recorded a live podcast with Lisa Hendey that will air soon. Visit messyjesusbusiness.com to subscribe!
March 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Have you ever thought about religious life, #likeacatholicsister?
Sister @juliafspa.bsky.social shares the messiness of Gospel living at Messy Jesus Business! She recently recorded a live podcast with Lisa Hendey that will air soon. Visit messyjesusbusiness.com to subscribe!
Sister @juliafspa.bsky.social shares the messiness of Gospel living at Messy Jesus Business! She recently recorded a live podcast with Lisa Hendey that will air soon. Visit messyjesusbusiness.com to subscribe!
Remembering Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Arita Dopkins as March's Poet of the Month. Her poem, "Ash Wednesday's Hope," reflects on remembrance, sacrifice and renewal. Her words continue to inpsire.
March 5, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Remembering Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Arita Dopkins as March's Poet of the Month. Her poem, "Ash Wednesday's Hope," reflects on remembrance, sacrifice and renewal. Her words continue to inpsire.
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Julia Walsh is honored as February's Poet of the Month. 🌟Gazing at Creation🌟
Explore more of Sister Julia's work on her blog and podcast, Messy Jesus Business.
messyjesusbusiness.com?fbclid=IwY2x...
Explore more of Sister Julia's work on her blog and podcast, Messy Jesus Business.
messyjesusbusiness.com?fbclid=IwY2x...
February 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Julia Walsh is honored as February's Poet of the Month. 🌟Gazing at Creation🌟
Explore more of Sister Julia's work on her blog and podcast, Messy Jesus Business.
messyjesusbusiness.com?fbclid=IwY2x...
Explore more of Sister Julia's work on her blog and podcast, Messy Jesus Business.
messyjesusbusiness.com?fbclid=IwY2x...
As we celebrate Black History Month, we rejoice in the life and legacy of Sister Thea Bowman, a woman of deep faith, bold witness and joyful service. In her 1989 address to the U.S. Catholic Bishops, she shared these words:
February 3, 2025 at 7:10 PM
As we celebrate Black History Month, we rejoice in the life and legacy of Sister Thea Bowman, a woman of deep faith, bold witness and joyful service. In her 1989 address to the U.S. Catholic Bishops, she shared these words: