Vowed Community Life

  • We are an international community of Catholic sisters who unite with others to build a just and peaceful world.  Founded in 1874, our mission is thriving throughout the United States, Europe, Latin America and India.
  • Sisters live in community to find support in living out their vowed commitment to Christ.  Community life is joyful witness to God’s presence in the world.  As sisters to one another, we pledge mutual trust and forgiveness, honesty and friendship, care and responsibility.
  • Our sisters are involved in a variety of ministries.  Meet some of our sisters!

Sister Barbara Goertz

I’m excited to be a School Sister of St. Francis because we represent hope for our troubled world.

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Sister Mary Hauke

Sister Mary Hauke

After college graduation I was attracted to religious life because I wanted to be part of something that would make a difference in the world—a difference I couldn’t make by myself.

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SIster Bernadette Engelhaupt

Sister Bernadette Engelhaupt

As part of an international community, I am challenged in my relationship to all peoples of the world.

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Sister Tess Engel

Sister Tess Engel

I want to invite others to join us in living their lives in union with God for the service of others.

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Sister Margaret Held

Sister Margaret Held

I am excited to be a School Sister of St. Francis as we continue to make a significant impact on education and society at large.

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