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Make it stand out Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Anece Salay add some last-minute items to the haul of donated food during our 2023 food drive in Pittsburgh. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/bethlehem-food-drive monthly 0.5 2024-04-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/787a931f-69be-4e00-b7df-fb43cbad1a5d/Food+Drive+Flyer.jpg Upcoming Events - Bethlehem-Area Spring Food Drive - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/share-the-light monthly 0.5 2024-08-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dc5c967c-e1a9-4576-bfff-095fd0c33619/Sister+Marguerite+Stewart.jpg Upcoming Events - Simply Prayer: Share the Light - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/peace-and-justice monthly 0.5 2024-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/af640dbc-e24c-4082-84f2-c3b2d0190384/Patrick%2BLamb.jpg Upcoming Events - 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Simply Prayer: Beauty Ever New - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/transitus-of-clare monthly 0.5 2023-07-25 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/music-in-the-monocacy-meadow-cassandra-rose monthly 0.5 2023-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c2507ad0-1dd4-4214-b667-7b9566d1cc02/Cassandra+Rose+headshot.jpeg Upcoming Events - Music in the Monocacy Meadow: Cassandra Rose - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/portiuncula monthly 0.5 2023-07-28 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/conversations-with-clare monthly 0.5 2023-07-28 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/desert-monasticism monthly 0.5 2023-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4d906264-064e-4221-9ffd-657b31bb2730/Stephen-Simmons2-mp3-image.jpg Upcoming Events - 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Dr. Stephen Simmons https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/sacred-listening-circles monthly 0.5 2023-12-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/165c46d0-cde7-449d-b991-c462bb66dfee/Maureen+DeBellis.jpg Upcoming Events - Sacred Listening Circles - Make it stand out Maureen DeBellis https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/2023-food-fest monthly 0.5 2023-09-12 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/autumn-painting-workshop monthly 0.5 2023-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/63658357-2656-4860-8b02-0a43d957320d/Jillian%2BSperanza.jpg Upcoming Events - Autumn Painting Workshop at SFCR - Make it stand out Jillian Speranza https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/95bd2ff3-9831-450a-bf1b-62654c59ea95/Fall+Painting.jpg Upcoming Events - Autumn Painting Workshop at SFCR - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2dd737e2-88a7-46ed-b858-a45c0388b715/IMG_6569.jpg Upcoming Events - Autumn Painting Workshop at SFCR - Make it stand out Participants in the Lenten painting workshop — including Sisters Roseann Velas and Marguerite Stewart — show off their finished artwork. An autumnal scene will be featured for the September event. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/welcome-home monthly 0.5 2023-07-31 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/october-drum-circle monthly 0.5 2023-10-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3d1f1a34-e02c-4867-822b-cee4b70f73ab/Catherine+Campanaro.jpg Upcoming Events - Community Drum Circle at Monocacy Farm - Make it stand out Catherine Campanaro https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/september-drum-circle monthly 0.5 2023-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3d1f1a34-e02c-4867-822b-cee4b70f73ab/Catherine+Campanaro.jpg Upcoming Events - Community Drum Circle at Monocacy Farm - Make it stand out Catherine Campanaro https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/upcoming-events/july-drum-circle monthly 0.5 2023-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3d1f1a34-e02c-4867-822b-cee4b70f73ab/Catherine+Campanaro.jpg Upcoming Events - 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Assisi Place for Sister Cecilia Jacko's 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287380957-9AXGWWHK6YT5R0OR4SCQ/IMG_0030.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Fathers Richard Zelik (center), John Bachkay (left) and Donald Buchleitner (right) concelebrate Sister Cecilia Jacko's 75 Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287406403-XCC3IR31RR5DJ9LTVEYD/IMG_9755.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Trevor Francis, great-great nephew of Sister Cecilia Jacko, reads during her 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287419399-4RC83CGYZDYZR3GJ0Q4X/IMG_9757.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Sister Frances Marie Duncan, general minister of the School Sisters of St. Francis, reads during the 75th Jubilee Mass for Sister Cecilia Jacko on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287434402-72U9HIRLZSJZ7AC7KV89/IMG_9761.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Father Donald Buchleitner delivers the homily during Sister Cecilia Jacko's 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287446222-I6JEKGY9FAT3WIJRGH1S/IMG_9766.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 The tabernacle in Our Lady of the Angels Chapel at Mt. Assisi Place, as adorned for Sister Cecilia Jacko's 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287457325-2SMG3JYZRZS8HP0K66BZ/IMG_9768.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Sister Marian Sgriccia, provincial minister of the School Sisters of St. Francis, lights a candle during the 2024 Jubilee Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722286554520-UM0M6DH8G7RYDMZTD7X0/IMG_9771.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 With Sisters Marian Sgriccia (provincial minister) and Mary Xavier Bomberger (provincial vicar) at her side, Sister Cecilia Jacko renews her vows during her 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287475898-WYDUT0H4GNYAVKZKHR1A/IMG_9776.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Father Richard Zelik watches as Sister Cecilia Jacko renews her vows during her 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. 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Quinn Dallvechio and Wesley Russell, great-great nephews of Sister Cecilia Jacko, participate in the offertory procession during Sister's 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287533080-UQOPX2MYULB4JEVCHS1B/IMG_9801.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Young members of the Jacko Family carry daisies in memory of deceased family members during Sister Cecilia Jacko's 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287545004-G47Y2U7NFUVYFM1ZPCF5/IMG_9803.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Dominic Guzur and Isaac Guzur, great-great nephews of Sister Cecilia Jacko, participate in the offertory procession during Sister's 75th Jubilee Mass on July 13, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1722287573481-8KF8KTL49XWDBIUJ9145/IMG_9806.JPG Gallery: Jubilee 2024 Young members of the Jacko Family form the offertory procession during Sister 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The original altar and stained glass remain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573752139915-B98QD5QXDV6C13ONJNQY/WhiteHouseCropped.jpg History & Heritage Monocacy Manor was purchased in 1947 to accommodate our Sisters in Eastern Pennsylvania. The former St. Francis Academy grew up around it and is now home to St. Francis Center for Renewal, Monocacy Farm Project and Kolbe Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573752465569-03IVNPB8K7OFAA52NID9/20121217_133944.jpg History & Heritage The former St. Francis Academy in San Antonio, Texas, closed in 2000 but still has a robust, involved alumnae group. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/obituary-archives daily 0.75 2026-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e035fe5b-fc99-403a-a612-17c84fbf8f26/IMG_4255.jpg Obituary Archives - IN PITTSBURGH, PA. St. Francis Cemetery is located on the grounds of Mt. Assisi Place, the personal care home that now occupies our former Mount Assisi motherhouse near Bellevue, Pa. The cemetery is situated at the rear of the property with curbside parking. GPS Address: 1515 Quaill Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15202 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d498fdaa-ae97-4032-8c37-16603c5ab2db/IMG_6848.JPG Obituary Archives - IN BETHLEHEM, PA. St. Francis Cemetery is located on our Monocacy Manor property, a sprawling green space in the heart of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley that is also home to our Monocacy Farm Project ministry. GPS Address: 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem PA 18017 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-frances-jacko daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573240293760-ZQTYYTYX1YD8T2WJU6ZI/Sister%2BFrances%2BJacko%2BOSF.jpg Sister Frances Jacko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573242618110-0EXMT3U9MY3PGAHVE05R/1.jpg Sister Frances Jacko Sister Frances teaches home economics at the former Mount Assisi Academy. She was best known among her former students as Sister Theophane. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573677210816-ZEDS282HBFLBNWOECCVH/Jacko%2BSisters.jpg Sister Frances Jacko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573677143804-3TZB7FTTFLRICPW0U83N/Frances%2BOld%2BHeadshot.jpg Sister Frances Jacko https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-mercedes-benko daily 0.75 2019-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573241148323-4U0RKW3SZ7NHQ1650FEP/Mercedes-2.jpg Sister Mercedes Benko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573242331946-YJZ7NIWI746N9OBUG3J6/Mercedes%2BHigh%2BSchool%2BGrad.jpg Sister Mercedes Benko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573676861854-BPWNOXMXGM8JDXWV2FUR/20121217_134111.jpg Sister Mercedes Benko https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mission-ministry daily 0.75 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1630084485826-MDQG22DNZCSQOMWJ2KF0/Provincial+Council+A+2021-2026.jpg Mission & Ministry Sisters Mary Xavier, Marian, Patricia Ann and Bonnie Marie https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/monocacy-farm-project daily 0.75 2022-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1634166711149-IKFOZ8CR3OUQ0UFQIYYU/Farm+Project+Logo.png Monocacy Farm Project - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1584465991352-LEEAGZ25WNVMV0JGF220/22792452_518988628464813_3882349168508505190_o.jpg Monocacy Farm Project https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573251469273-7TI90IOH728L0WGQQ1KJ/Fig%2BFarm%2BProject.jpg Monocacy Farm Project Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Bob Drake, former board member, work in the Monocacy Farm greenhouse https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573251756631-EFYN291F5MC3A0Z4EVCP/WELL-1-3502.jpg Monocacy Farm Project https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573251626035-MYHBHTRAPGOVVO4VV94T/18556006_1488308843.8467_funddescription.jpg Monocacy Farm Project https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573251713509-E7DO6KTZLWNEYIFK2SZ3/166.JPG Monocacy Farm Project https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/our-stories daily 0.75 2026-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/45c0daf4-ad78-40c6-8e02-c1b018e2d670/Silent+Snow+7x5.jpg Sister Stories - In the Silence of the Snow Winter offers time to pray, pausing to appreciate God’s wonder and the quiet He insists we bear. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/839f26ce-06ae-4b22-b740-5e6621bec362/Yavorka+%26+Munschie.jpg Sister Stories - SPIRIT OF THE SEASON Sisters celebrate Christmas 2025 with joy, gratitude and generosity. See all the fun photos. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5d8fefe4-05d7-405f-a8ea-9282d7a703ee/Video+6.jpg Sister Stories - OUR 2025 JUBILARIANS Meet seven Sisters celebrating special milestones in religious life this year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9005d74c-52a5-46f5-b600-81c12c084218/1970s+Basketball+Warmup+Jacket.jpg Sister Stories - MAA DIGITAL MUSEUM Take a trip down Memory Lane and return to your days in the hallways of Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6e19f952-c19a-4fff-9dd0-3eef66a58770/Carol+Ann+Pope+Election.jpg Sister Stories - CHOOSING A NEW POPE Sister helps to stir student engagement with mock papal conclave. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b64a2219-6c91-4909-95ba-5a25fd35b819/Harvest%2BChurch.jpg Sister Stories - GRATEFUL TO GOD & YOU In the season of gratitude, our Sisters are called to take stock of their blessings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6eec99b9-c899-45ad-a9ef-41eff98857c1/Frances+Marie+%26+Pope+Francis+11.23.jpg Sister Stories - PRAYERS FOR A POPE Sister Frances Marie Duncan shares her prayers and observations from abroad. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2b031e6f-461e-410b-9c7c-55fcdf1fd6b9/Monocacy+Food+Drive+10.18.25.jpg Sister Stories - A LITTLE HELP JUST IN TIME Sisters’ Fall Food Drive hits the spot for stressed local pantries and those they serve. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e690145e-cfc7-4260-9139-8752b4172183/486105953_1060051582825823_4665627832296079341_n.jpg Sister Stories - ROOTS THAT REMAIN Sisters and Bethlehem congregation celebrate our shared history of faith and friendship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eb3a1278-8661-4c91-ab64-4897e66ca403/Barb+Brown.jpg Sister Stories - COMPANION ON THE JOURNEY Sister Barbara Brown has found a different role in a whole new classroom — helping immigrants to prepare for productive lives as U.S. citizens. Read the full story here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fd623fef-2b9d-446c-aafa-789c64c214fd/IMG_1102.jpg Sister Stories - SERVICE WITH A SMILE Still spry in her 90s, Sister Georgette Dublino springs into action to help Pittsburgh’s homeless. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0fcc8a43-66a7-42d0-9d5b-081f38c06169/IMG_9771.jpg Sister Stories - guided by god’s grace Sister Cecilia Jacko reflects on 75 years in religious life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/981a6a19-f10e-4921-9ca1-58664c1f8625/AdobeStock_403699658.jpeg Sister Stories - DO MIND THE EVERGREENS Sister Anece Salay reflects on intergenerational relationships. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f379bde4-2ead-46b6-b574-ebb0e89940be/IMG_2413.jpg Sister Stories - THANKS, GOD, THANKS Sisters and friends serve up seven decades of gratitude for the gift of St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a747f92-c85f-4864-a58f-258d41f5c6a6/IMG_0137.jpg Sister Stories - for the love of joy Sisters ‘float’ and ‘flap’ for joy in fun-filled summer event. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ea3aa1c2-a1d5-4f07-970a-b08be1ac1741/Joseph+_+Jesus.jpg Sister Stories - IN OUR FATHERS’ ARMS Memories of our dear old dads that still evoke love and laughter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/901e7295-57bb-4a56-85d6-bc597c5bd8a0/AdobeStock_397065815.jpg Sister Stories - THE CHRISTMAS CHICKEN Sister Bernadine Marie tells us how a silly game came to fuel a family’s love and laughter for decades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cfa04464-f558-4f22-acf3-95a368a7dd04/IMG_9944.jpg Sister Stories - a monumental task Cemetery improvement project gets underway in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ab7f4155-4aaa-476e-9806-54c45fb404e4/AdobeStock_620765444.jpeg Sister Stories - MEMORIES OF MOM’S LOVE Sisters share how their late mothers still make them smile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34fdc3a7-55ee-44f3-b895-4d8cdabdce95/IMG_0384.jpg Sister Stories - A LEGACY OF LEARNING Opening of new school pens new chapter in the history and heritage of ‘The Mount.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a4865947-895d-44ec-b47c-c610e86a1887/IMG_9073.jpg Sister Stories - home away from home Storied statues find new home among people of local parish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6e502948-a8ee-4dc0-8ea5-2491467e6646/SFCR%2Bin%2BWinter.jpg Sister Stories - the end of an era Sisters bid farewell to longtime retreat ministry in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/824999d5-e904-4906-a64d-e6634d8281f2/Diane+Doyle+2.jpg Sister Stories - A BLESSED HOMECOMING Mount Assisi Academy alumnae reunite for inspirational Welcome Home event. See all the fun photos here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3452554-498a-4ac8-86aa-148e7f0ea570/Meat+Delivery.jpg Sister Stories - FEEDING THE NEED Spring Food Drives Tackle Hunger in Communities Where We Serve https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0a11898b-e945-4032-8e1b-8b2ddbfab55c/IMG_7612.JPEG Sister Stories - francis all around us On the Feast of St. Francis, Our Sisters See Him in Their Everyday Lives https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/420a1fab-fc1d-4d8b-b91e-1cf0c54ec632/AdobeStock_140044584.jpg Sister Stories - god is watching us A Reflection on Compassion that Transcends the Lenten Season https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4409081e-7fd0-44e7-b158-703ae35702d5/IMG_0475.jpg Sister Stories - decades of dedication Sisters Renew Vows During Major Milestones in Religious Life https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b13364a8-749b-4ce7-a6c0-8f60a023d5ed/IMG_0603.jpg Sister Stories - blessings received Retreat Program for Seniors Reveals Peace in the Aging Process https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/84ee8f60-2a73-47b4-90f3-e3504596225d/DC+Protest.jpg Sister Stories - walking among them Sister Recalls Grace-Filled Ministry Work Among D.C. Homeless https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/73a6ec50-5aea-43c1-8513-525688a2a3ff/IMG-0823.jpg Sister Stories - second chances Faith, Forgiveness Drive Sister’s Work as Prison Minister https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dca3cafb-e173-40a1-9dd8-820007fa899e/IMG_1389.jpg Sister Stories - helping hands Sisters Raise Funds & Awareness During Catholic Sisters Week https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/98dbfa84-171b-46c7-b6e6-083ba4323e05/Marguerite+%26+Students+1971.jpg Sister Stories - then & now Our Alumnae Honor the Sisters Who Touched Their Lives and Influenced Their Futures. Read all the tributes here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d314b77e-6c9e-4c71-b869-b807eecdce2c/standard.jpg Sister Stories - praying for peace isters Here and Abroad Reach Out to Families in War-Ravaged Ukraine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/35402b85-6cc5-41bf-a744-9f73f4793553/IMG_1057.jpg Sister Stories - UNFINISHED BUSINESS Sister Carries on Our Century-Long Tradition in the Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ff0f296d-24d0-4e95-972d-32b1d67877da/IMG_7107.JPG Sister Stories - counting blessings Ministry Blends Fiscal Responsibility and Franciscan Spirituality https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1300cf21-916c-4185-b932-d32e753fab6c/MT+1.jpg Sister Stories - A HAND TO HOLD Somerset Sister Carries Christ in Her Pocket and in Her Heart https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb46dc0b-4a64-474f-92cc-2b0186dbafcf/Sr.+Kevin+%233.jpg Sister Stories - REWARD WITHOUT RISK Sister’s Work Helps to Prepare Challenged Adults for Workplace https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1634167009607-HT455JBDFABCWZ4ZC27D/AdobeStock_110310511.jpeg Sister Stories - WALKING WITH FRANCIS Our Franciscan Reflections on the Beloved Saint’s Feastday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e3e476a1-ab26-4512-b60f-fc1bdc76f330/IMG_20240318_123219.jpg Sister Stories - ANSWERING GOD’S CALL Jersey-Born Sister Brings Unifying Spirit to Leadership Role in Rome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1afcea51-2e49-4b86-90ec-e7946fed6a26/IMG_6519.jpg Sister Stories - GRACED BY GOD Sister’s Bilingual Work Helps to Fulfill Common Hunger for Faith https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2c031f7d-8784-4e78-aef3-f1216efc6fa2/Elaine+%26+Pope.jpg Sister Stories - OUR SPECIAL SAINTS Our Sisters Share Their Personal Connections with Their Favorite Saints. 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573676308219-9Z1JYKMWYY968AD2TFJA/IMG_5150.jpg Labor of Love During a visit to Vincentian Home in Pittsburgh, Pa., Sister Georgette Dublino (right) delivers a handmade lap afghan to Sister Grace Chermack, a gift from family for her 90th birthday. Also pictured is Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak (center). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573254135429-EPIUKBNUUJUHL05JIJGU/027.jpg Labor of Love Sister Xavier Bomberger enjoys a rare quiet moment at Villa Clare in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573254188801-O1Y9NBAYC66UQSLXJ70Y/071.jpg Labor of Love Sister Xavier helps Sister Amata Shina bring her lunch to the dining room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573676369843-RCOYCXZOXOSE0Z4WN0PY/Echoes+2019-2020.jpg Labor of Love This article originally appeared in the Winter 2019-2020 edition of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/new-page-1 daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573254586050-TBBNRZF4XKTLWQIW7WBO/70877661_2390573740978650_2043413906063360000_o.jpg A Time to Act Sister Adelina Garcia (seated third from left) with her fellow delgates to the Southern Border. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675629278-16ZQDHVXD2US46M287OJ/IMG_1915.jpg A Time to Act https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675402714-OP78N52WKZJKVXIPWMAD/IMG_1911.JPG A Time to Act https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675595947-JD6DENHXF9BC46302NP6/IMG_1900.jpg A Time to Act https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675542539-ARPJPO7VEFHT3B07Y9N0/IMG_1898.jpg A Time to Act https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675506599-IXEEH5I8Q46MGAX9ZHFB/IMG_1897.jpg A Time to Act https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675304621-RHBAXI5WTB5IBJXH8SRG/Echoes+2019-2020.jpg A Time to Act This article originally appeared in the Winter 2019-2020 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/still-shining daily 0.75 2023-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573255134361-LJ9LOBHY4PLV2DJI499S/Mount%2BAssisi%2B1965.jpg Still Shining Mount Assisi Convent and Mount Assisi Academy (right) as they looked in 1961. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573255414258-YMTN8VZC4PXRC5L30Y0W/Mount%2BAssisi%2BAcademy%2BRear%2B1961.jpg Still Shining A high school building was added in 1938 to house the former Mount Assisi Academy until it closed in 1978. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573255390660-8CZDN28VESKA57A0Z65N/MarianHallGroundbreaking.jpg Still Shining Ground is broken for the addition that has housed Marian Hall Home (now Mt. Assisi Place) and Queen of Angels Chapel since 1968. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573675150977-F3GBA9EVPMOMV96E1798/Echoes+2019-2020.jpg Still Shining This article originally appeared in the Winter 2019-2020 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573255597059-XC8OXO62WSVZR9EIAVNT/MountAssisiGroundbreaking1926.jpg Still Shining Sisters, clergy and benefactors gather for the groundbreaking of Mount Assisi in Pittsburgh in 1926. The motherhouse opened in 1928 to accommodate our growing community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573255698639-VYXRY9I8EXAN0LV1718W/Spring%2BFling%2BAlumnae%2BPhoto.jpg Still Shining During the School Sisters of St. Francis final Spring Fling in April 2019, some of the many alumnae in attendance – including many sisters – gathered for a photo and spontaneously broke into a rendition of ‘Gleam on the Hilltop,’ the alma mater of the former Mount Assisi Academy. The eldest to join in graduated in 1943. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/frisky-fridays daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1575327445773-H13K4FI07CTQDQND7PWB/IMG_0413.jpg Frisky Fridays Sister Barbara Ann Webster entertains a cuddly cutie with a shoelace, one of the simplest and most effective tools for a cat handler. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1575327465643-88OA5A9ZOIC77XDPFT0V/IMG_0401.jpg Frisky Fridays Sister Joyce Burkhart has her hands full with a pair of frisky friends during a visit to Animal Friends in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/stitch-by-stitch daily 0.75 2019-11-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573508659710-QX2FIVAVZAFNJ5741VB9/DSC_0047.jpg Stitch By Stitch Little girls in the impoverished village of Lomnička, Slovakia, welcome the simple but precious gifts of new dresses through the Little Dresses of Love Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573508940636-CBYTYM9Y1WRUBXABWH3G/DSC_0028.jpg Stitch By Stitch https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573508850207-NSPOCZNSC0TCFFIX5JNM/DSC_0022.jpg Stitch By Stitch https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573759570372-5FVWZKXK0XDRTRCGLIQW/Elaine%2BSlug.jpg Stitch By Stitch Sister Elaine Hromulak https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/vocations daily 0.75 2021-09-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573509569427-BBGMNL8DAN73BV472NEE/36496-praying-together-1200.1200w.tn.jpg Vocations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573509708773-SROAZOC99PKOQICP6MFF/IMG_1023.JPG Vocations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573509782755-TJKSKW1CB4JNWKP72VHG/IMG_1055.jpg Vocations 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of Honor Sisters Roselyn Kuzma and Lorita Kristufek enjoy a rooftop view of Prague during their Eastern European adventure in May 2018 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573673792312-UJNSK7Z6YDF51GUS3RB6/IMG_3917.jpg Pilgrimage of Honor A painting of Sister Eliška by Sister Jo Goolish of our U.S. Province. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573673818914-5L26782BC936UJ08ZP4P/IMG_4019.jpg Pilgrimage of Honor Sisters Roselyn and Lorita visit Sister Eliška’s grave in Prague. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573673465118-VNANLJ7NGE9MW5ALH3NM/IMG_4009.jpg Pilgrimage of Honor Among the artifacts on display were a letter and postcard that Sister Roselyn received from Sister Eliška in 1987. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573673536282-OAFGMAY2NGHG1BKTD6R9/IMG_3909.JPG Pilgrimage of Honor Sister Lorita tries her hand at a very old pump organ from the chapel at the Křesťanský domov mládeže hostel in Prague. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573674901289-UH0KR9IJYDAEGMSGQ8FP/Eliska-Pretschnerova-750x350.jpg Pilgrimage of Honor https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573674773840-CF6IJZOH9ZVAARLS9R44/Echoes+Cover.jpg Pilgrimage of Honor This article originally appeared in the Winter 2018-2019 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-dream-comes-true daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573674296769-HG4JXIUIF0UQFMSRMDU3/Georgette+%26+MaryLou+Children.jpg A Dream Comes True Sisters Georgette and Mary Lou visit with impoverished children in Lomnička. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573674437507-QCVWLYH9J9BXWHIG2X3X/Sisters+in+Slatinany.JPG A Dream Comes True Sisters Georgette (front left) and Mary Lou (front right) are surrounded by the warmth of our sisters in the Czech Republic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573674539776-1K5C2K24ZF0Q0WBR3JXI/Georgette%2B%2526%2BMaryLou%2BPrague.jpg A Dream Comes True Sisters Mary Lou and Georgette visit historical sites in Prague. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573674561708-4MPY1NM1YBYAQL4CFJM9/Echoes+Cover.jpg A Dream Comes True This article originally appeared in the Winter 2018-2019 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-ruth-zacharias daily 0.75 2019-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573677503779-CQL39BK80H30LO0ATBSC/IMG_9697.jpg Sister Ruth Zacharias https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-julia-jacko daily 0.75 2019-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573677824432-HE489V56536AJ1MDIZLO/Sister%2BJulia%2BJacko%2BOSF.jpg Sister Julia Jacko 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573680204100-XX02JNGK1BEK9DOARHT6/Electa%2B2011.jpg Sister Electa Barlok https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1585697637658-HUNKIUHHS9HLUPLTQ88Z/Electa%2525252BMAA%2525252BCafeteria%2525252B1949.jpg Sister Electa Barlok Sister Electa (right) is shown doing chores as a high school girl in 1949. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1585533756754-GFRWEPL2BRBL5OMWNFO9/Electa%2525252BFirst%2525252BVows%2525252B1951.jpg Sister Electa Barlok Making first vows in 1951. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-antoinette-popovic daily 0.75 2019-11-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573680982213-V2GUPWM5QA2VM16K13ZT/Antoinette+Square+1.jpg Sister Antoinette Popovic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573681012196-M9T3D7S6EO2HRV53CZBD/Antoinette+Square+2.jpg Sister Antoinette Popovic 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573683432315-38MQXHN3T5S5T28XBTQR/Damian%2B%25282%2529.jpg Sister Damian Baloga https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1579728067840-PS79N4CHFPSN7R5TGVWV/Damian%2BSuzanne%2B%2526%2BNorberta.jpg Sister Damian Baloga Sister Damian (left) enjoys time with Sisters Susanne Cherney (center) and Norberta Kralosky. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-magdalene-lovrich daily 0.75 2019-11-13 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-genevieve-mary-jurick daily 0.75 2019-11-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573683975423-ML3GBN182P9P70O4W6MT/Genevieve%2BMary%2B2015.jpg Sister Genevieve Mary Jurick https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573684046357-LZWT9V7C75DK6GW6WSGI/Festival%2B2004.jpg Sister Genevieve Mary Jurick Sister Genevieve Mary, shown here in 2004, became synonymous with the display of clown dolls she made for each Spring Festival at Mount Assisi Convent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573684242926-7T0EMQJ022SHIA8KC5RH/Gen.jpg Sister Genevieve Mary Jurick https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573858008059-NFEK4RIT2VU3W9QOEXOF/Genevieve%252BMary%252B1970s.jpg Sister Genevieve Mary Jurick https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-mary-manga daily 0.75 2022-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573684765381-YK41YQU20OMVAHFFUN81/MaryMangaOSF.jpg Sister Mary Manga https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573684978856-QJLGDBS6RQZW6V8EUP3N/Mary4.jpg Sister Mary Manga Sister Mary outside the original Mount Assisi Convent chapel on her profession day in 1951. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573685114310-QL6ZAIJCWZY5GBHMPWE9/Mary11.jpg Sister Mary Manga Sister Mary on her high school graduation day in 1950. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573684874355-NPTO6C3NNJZGKAVJGQ2V/Mary9.jpg Sister Mary Manga Sister Mary and her profession group make first vows in 1951. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-bernadette-ann-bozak daily 0.75 2019-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573685515041-W8ONHW0KHA9CHYBXX0RC/Bernadette%2BAnn%2BBozak%2B2012%2BB.jpg Sister Bernadette Ann Bozak https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573685855849-IL6I9ZU3XZV402IEORS2/Bernadette%2BAnn%2BBozak%2B2012%2BJubilee.jpg Sister Bernadette Ann Bozak Sister Bernadette Ann entering chapel for her 50th Jubilee Mass in 2007. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573685808567-ACGNXJ94SG0NVPWDZ4VY/Bernie%2BBozak%2B3.jpg Sister Bernadette Ann Bozak Sister Bernadette Ann with her parents upon making final vows in 1957. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/finding-frances daily 0.75 2019-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573686194752-0XL1MBVA3SSOLBS0DG60/19-san+damiano.jpg Finding Francis A group of pilgrims listens intently as Sister Nancy Celaschi explains the significance of San Damiano in Assisi. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573686823359-VUJOLHQOGULZEGUDJTGE/image36.jpg Finding Francis Sister Nancy sets the scene at Greccio for pilgrims on a terrace overlooking the Rieti Valley. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573686835122-4S3CH3AP7AHIM7T7Z2TZ/image9.jpg Finding Francis Sister Nancy accompanies pilgrims to Sunday liturgy in one of the chapels at St. Mary of the Angels in Assisi. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574119804639-7X23HAY1G132AP8MTUDZ/IMG_1325.jpg Finding Francis Sister Nancy Celaschi https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-good-fight daily 0.75 2019-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573688886637-J1NWOA5AEBXPRZSED4YD/Untitled-1.jpg The Good Fight Sister Anece Salay assembles a toy received by one of the children during a birthday celebration at St. John’s Mission in Barberton, South Africa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573689273223-OF140P6IYHG39BXOVC56/Africa-Swingset.jpg The Good Fight The children at St. John Mission come from varied circumstances but all have one thing in common -- their lives have been ravaged by South Africa’s AIDS pandemic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574119975606-97X2VXEG9KGEIQQQUYEJ/IMG_4945.jpg The Good Fight Sister Anece Salay https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573848855796-OZVUZYNWJJGA8GY8MD7X/Echoes+2016-2017.jpg The Good Fight This article originally appeared in the Winter 2016-2017 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/fun-festival-finale daily 0.75 2020-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573689717322-NR4CMSXR0P08JYR2XM66/2017%2BFestival%2BTeam.jpg Fun Festival Finale With most of the event preparations behind them, Sisters, Associates, alumnae and friends share smiles on the eve of the 2017 Spring Festival at Mount Assisi Convent in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573689933422-88ZXB823T71NOXP3LATV/Jackos+2000.jpg Fun Festival Finale Sisters Frances and Julie Jacko serve up sweet treats in 2000. Their ice cream stand was a popular draw for decades at Spring Festival. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573690073733-AH8823HEGE119YTLU89S/IMG_2340.jpg Fun Festival Finale Armandina Garcia and Colleen Flynn, alumnae from different decades and states, became friends through years of Festival volunteering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587680156199-8FIE23N5F9AD1NHARVI8/IMG_2304.jpg Fun Festival Finale Former sister Lynn Cosgrove, who alumnae still refer to as Sister Kenneth and Sis Miss, called bingo for the 43rd year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587680231383-6WLL6BMA770JHQ14OWUI/Baked%2BGoods%2B1995.jpg Fun Festival Finale Sisters Eve Blostic, Patricia Ann Maykowski, Mary Manga and Joyce Burkhart package baked goods in 1995. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/friends-in-service daily 0.75 2025-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574348768333-UX6SZ1MY0N35R9X00AEI/International+png.png Friends in Service - Our International Congregation Our United States Province is part of the international congregation of the School Sisters of St. Francis, headquartered at our Generalate in Rome, Italy. This website includes information about the good works of our Sisters worldwide. SSTORSF.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574347866150-KHXKSIKVUZ20ZUC6XK6Y/CSLC+png.png Friends in Service - CATHOLIC SISTERS LEADERSHIP COUNCIL The Catholic Sisters Leadership Council is a collaborative effort of women religious serving western Pennsylvania. Its purpose is to advance the mission of religious communities and promote understanding of women religious, both within their individual congregations and throughout the broader community. SistersofWPA.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574715281994-7GUXUZB6FO2TCMQX7265/LCWR+Logo.png Friends in Service - Leadership conference of women religious The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) is an association of the leaders of congregations of Catholic women religious in the United States. Founded in 1956, the conference assists its members to collaboratively carry out their service of leadership to further the mission of the Gospel in today’s world. LCWR.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574346074069-ZSY4004OZL5ZL2K5BDOS/MAP+png.png Friends in Service - Mt. Assisi Place Mt. Assisi Place is the personal care home, formerly known as our Marian Hall Home, that now occupies our former motherhouse property in Pittsburgh, Pa. Dedicated to providing quality, compassionate personal care, Mt. Assisi Place is home to 11 of our Sisters and several family members of our alumnae. MtAssisiPlace.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2de42314-66ff-4d58-b6dc-b549ad332f58/Chrysostom-Academy-Logo-light.jpg Friends in Service - Chrysostom Academy Located on our property in Bethlehem, Pa., Chrysostom Academy is an Orthodox private school that provides classical, Christian education for grades one through nine. Students are immersed in a culture that puts love of learning and God at the center of all academic pursuits. ChrysostomAcademy.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574347753012-NZT4NT4WS6QPL2TTCD37/ASAP+png.png Friends in Service - Amazing Scholar academy Preschool Our former Mount Assisi Academy Preschool relocated in 2018 to McKnight United Methodist Church in the Ross Township area of Pittsburgh and continues to provide quality, caring kindergarten readiness with a Christian-based curriculum. AmazingScholar.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574870423026-6W2CYT67CIVD6EJLHSA3/StIgnatius.png Friends in Service - St. Ignatius Loyola regional school St. Ignatius Loyola Regional School in West Lawn, Pa., follows the mission to teach as Jesus did. Students grow in their knowledge and love of God based on the Gospels and teachings of the Catholic Church. Our own Sisters Pat Brennan and Rosemarie Bartnicki minister there. StIgnatiusVikings.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574716628867-TNI6FP33EQQQ0JA70CVW/NCAA.png Friends in Service - Northside Catholic Assumption Academy Providing a choice for Catholic education in the Pittsburgh’s Brighton Heights area and surrounding neighborhoods, Northside Catholic Assumption Academy offers children K-8 the opportunity to learn in a Christ-centered environment. The school was created through merging the former St. Cyril of Alexandria, Assumption BVM and and Cardinal Wright schools. Our own Sister Carol Ann Papp teaches art and religion there. NCAAAcademyNow.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574715635656-Q3YKS5VF9Z8Y1IFJ4M8P/st-matthias.jpg Friends in Service - THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF St. Matthias The Catholic Community of St. Matthias is a robust faith community in Somerset, N.J. Our own Sister Maria Derecola teaches at St. Matthias School, and several other Sisters have ministered at the parish in the past. StMatthias.net https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574715268409-3OC1B3Z5XE0BCWO3DB6Z/FPP+Logo.png Friends in Service - Franciscan Pilgrimages Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs is a non-profit ministry of the Assumption BVM Province, Franciscans. In nearly 50 years, it has guided 20,000+ pilgrims from 45 countries on pilgrimage, facilitating the sharing of spirituality of place and the Franciscan vision of life. The staff consists of more than 50 Franciscan and lay men and women from all the branches of the Franciscan family, including our own Sister Nancy Celaschi. FranciscanPilgrimages.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574717623444-38UH3D3N60XAJY3LAEQT/PRVC.png Friends in Service - Pittsburgh religious vocation council The Pittsburgh Religious Vocation Council (PRVC) is a collaborative effort of various women's and men's religious communities in the Pittsburgh area, including the School Sisters of St. Francis. It provides information for people who are curious about or interested in entering religious life. PRVC Facebook Page https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0c6bb413-4818-40cb-a258-5d16fae9e35e/Saint+Constantine+Logo.jpg Friends in Service - THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL OF PITTSBURGH Established in 2024, The Saint Constantine School of Pittsburgh occupies two floors of what used to be our Mount Assisi Academy in Pittsburgh. The program provides classical, Christian education for the whole person. TSCS is dedicated to providing a comprehensive formational education that is engaging, rigorous, and in harmony with the Eastern Orthodox Church. Pittsburgh.SaintConstantine.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a6a94d66-e65f-44fc-a4a5-a8dfabddd486/Holy+Family.jpg Friends in Service - Holy Family SENIOR LIVING Located in Bethlehem, Pa., Holy Family Senior Living has been well known for many years for long-term skilled nursing care in a home-like setting where residents are treated with respect, dignity and compassion. Today Holy Family is a preferred provider of short-term Rehabilitation for both Lehigh Valley Health Network and St. Luke's University Health Network. HolyFamilySL.org https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2019-spring-fling daily 0.75 2021-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693148050-5AK8YAQ4C67AZKRA0456/IMG_3695.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Laurie Merwin applies a facepainting design for Janie Delgado. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693153765-EXXAVROVQVPKKSA8Z02Q/IMG_3652.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny and Roseann Velas keep things tidy at the giant rummage sale. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693163964-HFGOZ9UKA597XD8HBLTM/IMG_3648.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Sister Pat Marie Buranosky welcomes patrons to take a chance on a $500 cash prize. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693169770-MLPEEBG9DB96JB9QWSF0/IMG_3684.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Alumnae Nancy Metz Pivirotto and Natalie Chieffe (Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1965) catch up on old times. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693179513-541FWEPU037Y6JEVPDNE/IMG_3657.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Sister Norberta Kralosky thanks volunteers for their help. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693223457-7VVJPTTWV0VTI6K1DCKI/IMG_3682.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Sisters Norberta Kralosky and Francesca Parana greet Spring Fling patrons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573693191372-60P3738W5LBW792TEIK0/IMG_3658.jpg 2019 Spring Fling Sister Rosalia Giba enjoys a visit with her brother, Tony. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/reaching-out-in-san-angelo daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574778661884-ETA2KPF23IF22A8XLE7S/IMG_1312.jpg Reaching Out in San Angelo Sister Adelina Garcia leads the opening procession of a bilingual Transitus service at the Franciscan Resource Center in San Angelo, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574778797713-WTD50E8AJD673AJRBH2H/FRC3.jpg Reaching Out in San Angelo A bilingual scripture study class meets at the Franciscan Resource Center in San Angelo, Texas. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-difference-a-dress-makes daily 0.75 2019-11-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573848494484-RQYU0ARXTP86G6QZWC3Z/IMG_0161.jpg The Difference a Dress Makes Sister Elaine (center) and Texas alumnae and associates (from left) Armandina Garcia, Janie Delgado, Teresita Pena Cuellar and Mary Helen Cerna display a new supply of dresses, which made their way to an orphanage in Peru. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573847699953-H6UDJDX5PK2S27BA4A1M/dresses2.jpg The Difference a Dress Makes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573847728685-0UMZX65G0806IQLECM5N/IMG_3139.JPG The Difference a Dress Makes Children in Chimbote, Peru relish the new dresses they received from the Little Dresses of Love project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573848797517-BO2UX4DJEQWOBOO94PKD/Echoes+2016-2017.jpg The Difference a Dress Makes This article originally appeared in the Winter 2016-2017 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-angeline-frantz daily 0.75 2019-11-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573852645612-O5OD9Z4SQE0JBRKNCVAK/AngelineFrantzOSF.jpg Sister Angeline Frantz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573853170875-UE2O2JS0IBGXX8PG4OTM/Angelineyoung.jpg Sister Angeline Frantz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573853189801-M1QGSS3TP0KTMN2CDGOK/Angelineteacher.jpg Sister Angeline Frantz https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-virginia-cummings daily 0.75 2019-11-15 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Endeavor Sisters Frances Marie Duncan and Jeanne Marie Ulica (seated) are among those who gathered around an outdoor fire for a unique cookout during an overnight stay at the convent in Trstená, Slovakia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573862342072-C038AN3HC5021H9I37MZ/Group.jpg European Endeavor Gathered outside the retreat house in Slovakia are (back row) Sisters Frances Marie Duncan, Pacifika Jusková, Livia Gardianová, Květa Vinklárková, Jeanne Marie Ulica. Margherita Faugno, Ana Maria Duran, (front row) Rafaela Zvrškovcová, Jessy Mooleparambil, Baptista Nožková and Rose Thattil. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573862380188-1O9C3LRHFTVSH3APIRQO/Gypsy+2.jpg European Endeavor The sisters visit with impoverished children in the Slovak village of Lomnička. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574119628772-H0K221X0WLJ88PSWBQYG/Sister%2BFrances%2BMarie%2BDuncan.jpg European Endeavor Sister Frances Marie Duncan https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/70-years-in-chile daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1573864177961-7017DEHFK692MICJH1YK/Chile%2B1.jpg 70 Years in Chile Sisters from throughout our international congregation — including American Sisters Mary Martha Zammatore (left) Rosalia Giba (center) — gathered in Chile in 2017 to celebrate our 70 years there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574787503356-21O2M7OSZO8B758IZYPO/primeras-hermanas-en-chile.jpg 70 Years in Chile The first group of our sisters to minister in Chile in the 1940s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1575329665275-42JSX1V6KK0JU6D80RKS/Chile%2B2.jpg 70 Years in Chile Sisters Rosalia (left) and Mary Martha (right) with a family who hosted them during their visit. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/out-of-africa daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574116540112-UGMV8UQ73VYW3K59O2UH/DSCN0891.jpg Out of Africa Sister Lorita Kristufek enjoys time with some of the children at St. John Mission in Barberton, South Africa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574116403398-RV81XIL77D274WIUGHDT/DSCN0885.jpg Out of Africa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574116336059-TSC1CJALIVYP4YQGY7F6/DSCN0875.jpg Out of Africa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574116585288-AEP963GPY05LJJZCZYPK/Lorita+in+Africa.jpg Out of Africa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574116703485-085XYBGL3OAM1KRJ44JI/DSCN0834.jpg Out of Africa https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-splendor-of-india-i daily 0.75 2019-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574117370076-U76QY0085184WT4ZN20R/Sister+Marguerite+India.jpg The Splendor of India I Sister Marguerite Stewart (left) and some of the young sisters in formation during one of her many times in India. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574118915698-GUB4XX6GWD069JXTNQG6/18449466_1372920026098952_2341044253509497855_o.jpg The Splendor of India I Sisters Marguerite Stewart (in red), Beena Jose and Ancy Francis — along with benefactor Barbara Ann Shotwell — wore traditional dress to the 2017 Star Struck Gala. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574117329752-QR4H4LH5XIYARNN8T5VL/Sister%2BMarguerite%2BJubilee%2B-%2B60th%2B-%2B2011.jpg The Splendor of India I Sister Marguerite Stewart https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/new-page-25 daily 0.75 2019-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574119339178-MR10MDBYLT5164M6LNVN/18556768_1372931029431185_7221805716846471174_o.jpg The Splendor of India III During the 2017 Star Struck Gala, the Vedanta Dance Academy troupe shared their culture and heritage through graceful movement and beautiful dress. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574118392800-3F40N9J8SRX8RMLVUK1S/regina.jpg The Splendor of India III Sister Regina Ann with young Sisters in India. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574118490017-SIZDBDVNZ1WLBB7497YW/Sister%2BRegina.jpg The Splendor of India III Sister Regina Ann Rokosny https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-splendor-of-india-ii daily 0.75 2019-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574118012189-I380EPOFO6EGLKE0Q4DT/georgette.jpg The Splendor of India II Young sisters in formation in our Region of India. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574119007509-WPWHU0RVBKOQNDUT27CD/Sisters+%26+Sarries.jpg The Splendor of India II At the 2017 Star Struck Gala in Bethlehem, Pa., Sisters Ancy Francis and Beena Jose of the Region of India wore traditional saris, as did Sisters Georgette Dublino and Marguerite Stewart, who both spent significant time ministering in India. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574118097884-ZIOTBD6MX5LKHA9FU997/Georgette%2BSlug.jpg The Splendor of India II Sister Georgette Dublino https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mount-assisi-academy daily 0.75 2026-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1579278881658-OS0KML9KNJ921MGJTYQH/Academy+edited.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - 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CLASS OF 1975 REUNITES FOR 50TH ANNIVERSARY Annette Giovanazzi (front left) is still doing the work of class president, the post she held with the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1975. In early 2025, she organized a group of classmates to reach out to all 29 living grads for a 50th Reunion get-together. They were able to connect with all but five class members! Ultimately, 17 ‘girls’ gathered for a wonderful afternoon in May at Bravo! in Ross Township, sharing stories and perusing memorabilia. “Annette still takes her position as class president very seriously,” says Diane Oberst with a smile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f845542c-b894-477f-b25a-218cb2f8c7eb/IMG_2535.JPG Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - ALUMS HELP PREPARE CHAPEL FOR HOLY WEEK 2025 We Sisters are always blessed but never surprised when friends and alumnae step in to help us as we age. Holy Week 2025 was no different when, with a little nudging from Sister Pat Marie Buranosky (formerly Sister Mark), volunteers and alums from our former Mount Assisi Academy showed up — buckets and rags in hand — for a spring refresh of Our Lady of the Angels Chapel at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. The cleaning was grand, but the chit-chat was an even greater gift. They might jokingly tell you they came to work off demerits from their high school days, but we know they are simply wonderful women who never forget us. Thank you, ladies! Pictured are Sister Jo Goolish (Sister Joseph) with her former art students Barbara Stroyne Sambroak, Carol Munsch Tedesco and Dee Dee Giovanazzi, all 1972 grads of Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/33bbbb92-d2c4-4fb4-a589-06749756e7f0/1972+Birthday+Bash.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - 1972 grads Celebrate Collective 70th Birthday Several members of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1972 gathered at Sunny Jim’s restaurant in Pittsburgh on May 3, 2024, to celebrate their collective 70th birthdays. Among the birthday girls were Carol Munsch Tedesco, Deb Novak, Sue Anne Hogan Markle, DeeDee Giovanazzi Barb Stroyne Sambroak, Pati Holesh Gildersleeve, Marian Yavorka Jobe, Joan Bender Kresek, Gloria Patchan Flannery, Margi Thunnell Levri, Rochelle Londino Miljus and Val Jodkin Dreger. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a8a9a08-9415-40ab-ba25-986a749f4f17/IMG_0517.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - Class of 1957 Celebrates 66th Anniversary in Style The Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 gathered on the occasion of their 66th anniversary. Catherine Rapp Brannon organized the two-day get-together over June 7-8, 2023. A small group of grads, their husbands and Sister Pat Marie (Mark) Buranosky dined at Bravo! in the North Hills on Wednesday, then met again on Thursday outdoors at North Park for a potluck-style meal. “The spirit of the ‘girls’ was so uplifting,” says Sister Pat (seated at front). Pictured with her are Janet Melche D’Alesandro, Ruth Weiser, Catherine Rapp Brannon, Diane Smitzer Kimpton, Maryann Eckert Doyle, Mary Cummings Burgert, Gloria Szyper Clauss and Eileen Walsh Froelich. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/365142de-7ade-4300-bd89-eaf8143d20eb/IMG_4512.JPEG Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - A Visit from Oldest Living MAA Alum Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney (1966) welcomed two special visitors to our Provincial Office on May 30, 2023 — a mother and daughter pair who both graduated from Mount Assisi Academy. Mary Kucan Hamas (MAA 1941) and her daughter Linda Hamas Meissner (MAA 1969) stopped by to see “Sister Patty,” who is a distant cousin. Now 101, Mary is the oldest known living graduate of MAA. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/98fa0794-bfb7-4334-b72f-b513dbf241d4/1974+%26+More.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - RIGHT WHERE THEY LEFT OFF There are three pairs of sisters in this 2022 photo of an all-grads get-together of Mount Assisi Academy alums. Pictured are (from left) DeeDee Giovanazzi (1972), Gina Cassandro Hicks (1975), Renee Parey Lee (1973), Susan Szkola Tee (1974), Karen Cassandro Clipper (1974), Annette Giovanazzi (1975) and Susan Parey (1975). “Our conversations never end,” Karen says. “Somehow, we hit pause, and continue right where we left off when we see each other again.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7cda22dc-90ec-4afa-9da2-1b629116e86e/Class252B1965252BBirthday.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - CLASS OF 1965 CELEBRATES 70TH BIRTHDAYS at “The Mount” The Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1965 had such a wonderful time visiting “The Mount” for their 50th reunion in 2015 that they immediately made plans — two years in advance — for a collective 70th birthday celebration in 2017. Fifteen classmates gathered in the Sisters’ Dining Room on August 12, 2017. They are (from left): Mary Ann Gubish, Yvonne Turner Rose, Barbara Myers Lugaila, Barbara Harnyak Butchko, Virginia Elish Durbin, Nancy Metz Pivirotto, Nancy Ann Markovich, Natalie Chieffe Kinsler, Cathy Benec O’Brien, Ann Marie Philipanec Bisesi, Rosemary Lesko Manion, Josette Hrames Heilmann, Margaret Lutz Mazur and Mary Ann Mueser Petkervich. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615590859160-GNS8WNHCTUM492PMBUXH/Teacher%2BBoard.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - class of 1968 50th reunion Click for details and photos from the 2018 gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615590429382-WI51BIMOZBSTKKJ2L44J/Class%25252Bof%25252B1967%25252BA.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - Class of 1967 50th reunion Click for details and photos from the 2017 gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615590459243-A6D0AHFE1NRBI495GZ8L/1978%252BReunion%252B3.jpg Mount Assisi Academy - Pittsburgh - class of 1978 40th reunion Click for details and photos from the 2018 gathering. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1968-reunion daily 0.75 2024-08-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574176704793-W4LHE69SBLADQ263BBI8/Class+of+1968+B.JPG MAA 1968 Reunion The following morning, some of the girls and their husbands visited Mount Assisi to reminisce about such fond memories as home economics class with Sister Anna Mae Kuzma. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574176722624-PHQF3Z5A7INQ2HFDWVR6/Teacher+Board.jpg MAA 1968 Reunion A display board included photos of the Sisters who taught during the Class of 1968’s tenure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574176737085-H325M4KERP2YHDPFZIN4/Class+of+1968+A.JPG MAA 1968 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574176752876-9FKH9B05SP8ZT0BVNFT1/Class+of+1968+C.JPG MAA 1968 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574176790325-P89871TUN9K8E106JYAQ/Class+of+1968.jpg MAA 1968 Reunion https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1967-reunion daily 0.75 2021-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574177557450-51P12QQJHWCMD1VNKJ96/Class%2Bof%2B1967%2BB.jpg MAA 1967 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574177676133-N4BO602V8NGVLDBHNDK3/Class%2Bof%2B1967%2BA.jpg MAA 1967 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574177703319-EKW41OWXW7G65DZT3U8V/Class+of+1967+C.jpg MAA 1967 Reunion Classmates Pattie Oldaker Smith and Janie Hackworth Costello visited with Sisters Pat Marie Buranosky, Georgette Dublino and Rosalia Giba the same weekend. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-class-of-1965-birthday daily 0.75 2024-08-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1575301624825-U1XA42EJTCXIU4NXJPYQ/Class%25252Bof%25252B1965%25252B70th%25252BBirthday.jpg MAA 1965 Birthday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574178525630-NX8EAHXWSFK4CE4IMDZQ/Classof1965.jpg MAA 1965 Birthday Members of the Class of 1965 upon their 50th reunion in 2015. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1978-reunion daily 0.75 2023-08-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180690013-7P7ET6ZC4PZGLRST4QW5/1978%252BReuion%252B1.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion Sisters Elaine and Georgette share some laughs with Jenny Wolff, Diane Doyle and Angie Angeloini. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180673489-A04MVBVR7M6XIVMQ6HX5/1978%2BReunion%2B4.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion Grads and former teachers gathered in October 2018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180289055-KZCU0YQ8YHKBDG43PL2A/1978%2BReunion%2B6.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion Lynn Cosgrove (right) with Jackie Colwes, former MAA gym teacher. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180374441-I75YC5C3GA63GZWIRT2D/1978%2BReunion%2B11.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180617751-RXXYDPGV2FSPQ8ZN1IF9/1978%2BReunion%2B3.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180572102-SR6FPYSMYGUO8WK6DRMC/1978%2BReunion%2B7.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180536497-39FTXOWK279GM85TGD0Y/1978%2BReunion%2B10.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180645643-6LX3UMO1RQ9FWK3CSLBU/1978%2BReunion%2B2.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180555518-GLJO22M0H8IHDAD1S1HZ/1978%2BReunion%2B5.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574180518363-PP5XPROPCNO7Q873QK31/1978%2BReunion%2B12.jpg MAA 1978 Reunion https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/st-francis-academy-san-antonio daily 0.75 2025-12-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574285762030-BC6QXU5SWGISY83LQ5LC/SFA+Texas+Logo.png St. Francis Academy - 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Congratulations on the major milestone, ladies! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/169a28da-0319-4232-847b-9bbe8cbda545/436342946_3876484285966981_1801833583551734757_n.jpg St. Francis Academy - San Antonio - Make it stand out Several Skylarks hosted Sisters Yolanda Escamilla and Jo Goolish for a farewell luncheon on May 10, 2024, at Seasons 52 grill and wine bar. After decades of ministry in San Antonio, Sister Jo and Yolanda are “retiring” to Pittsburgh this summer, where they will take part in community service and explore new ministry projects. Pictured are (left to right): Melba Botello, Mary Molina, Sister Yolanda, Sister Jo, Patricia Miss, Belinda Garcia, Patty Murnin and Dora Luna. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574779827380-GS2IJOPM4VTZ7C8F92OV/Jo%2B%2526%2BFriends.jpg St. Francis Academy - San Antonio - SFA Alums Support St. Gerard During its June 2017 meeting at the Nichas Comida Americana Restaurant, St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association in San Antonio, Texas, presented a check for $500 to Sister Jo Goolish (center) to be used for students in need at St. Gerard Catholic High School where she teaches. Through its officers, the alumnae association reaches out to alumnae of all years and raises money to help the educational needs of students in Catholic schools today. Pictured with Sister Jo are (from left) Debbie Gallo Galvan (parliamentarian), Patsy Casiano Moss (treasurer), Belinda Garcia (president) and Ida Molina Rodriguez (vice president). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574780204625-VJXI02M2YSCTJ9YD9AVY/SanAntonioReunion1.jpg St. Francis Academy - San Antonio - Class of 1965 50th Reunion Saturday, May 30, 2015, was a historic moment for the alumnae of St. Francis Academy in San Antonio, Texas. The Class of 1965 — the first to attend the academy for all four years — celebrated their 50th class reunion. Typical of the SFA students, the celebrations included as many alumnae who were able to attend, as well as our Sisters who ministered at the Academy. The class of ’65 invited Sister Elaine Hromulak, their teacher; Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica, the last principal before the Academy closed in 2002; and Sister Jo Goolish, who taught there for many years, to be present with them at Mission San Francisco de la Espada for a special Liturgy celebrated by Father Nick Baxter, OFM, who was chaplain of SFA. Each class member received a pink rose during the Liturgy. In the picture, Sister Jo is holding a vase of white roses representing the classmates who are deceased. Immediately following the Mass all were invited to a brunch held at the Menger Hotel near the Alamo. The following day more than 40 alumnae joined the class of ’65 for a luncheon at La Margarita Restaurant in downtown San Antonio. It was a joyous occasion and a time for reconnecting for many of the alumnae. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574780177328-XS90R9URT5Q8T5OI900K/Texas%2B1.jpg St. Francis Academy - San Antonio - Yellow Rose of Texas While she was in Texas in December 2016, a special honor was bestowed upon Sister Frances Marie Duncan (provincial minister of the School Sisters of St. Francis from 2016 to 2021) during a gathering at the Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery in San Antonio. St. Francis Academy alumnae, friends and associates officially crowned her as a “Yellow Rose of Texas” and gifted her appropriately with a lovely corsage of yellow roses. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574780314574-2OT4WN6X1R5F35Y9X7R3/SFA+%281%29.jpg St. Francis Academy - San Antonio - Fundraiser Dance St. Francis Academy Alumni Association hosted a fundraiser dance in September 2016 in the former St. Francis Academy gymnasium. Here, Sister Jo Goolish shares memories with SFA alums Sylvia Huizar, Bea Zepeda Alvarado, Mary Esther Palafox Escobedo and Elva Alonzo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574780468649-P97CY8Y2JTULF8A2F1N5/Texas%2B2.jpg St. Francis Academy - San Antonio - Alumnae Gathering Sister Jo Goolish took this photo when she attended the December 2016 general meeting of the St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association at the Texas Land and Cattle Restaurant in San Antonio. The group contributed financial support for students in need at St. Gerard Catholic High School, where Sister Jo teaches art. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sfa-1968-45th-reunion daily 0.75 2019-11-20 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sfa-1965-50th-reunion daily 0.75 2019-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574283521340-TQV1VVDMADO0RVYT3Z68/SanAntonioReunion1.jpg SFA 1965 50th Reunion Sisters Elaine Hromulak, Jeanne Marie Ulica, Yolanda Escamilla and Jo Goolish join alumnae from the Class of 1965 for their reunion celebration. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/st-francis-academy-bethlehem daily 0.75 2026-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574784548586-Y5HKFHYQRHQU1UMH4A0D/SFA+Beth+BW.png St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574784939346-B5TOXRDNELE3BF36KSL3/SFA+Beth+Photo.png St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617302914173-NM05JFC072J4XUKG44TM/Regina+Teaching+1971.jpg St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617302909449-7GHBCUVA2XYWKYL6JLKG/Marguerite+%26+Students+1971.jpg St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574287707129-9TEOC8FNQSSEYDCI0TZR/SFA+3.jpg St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574287916632-YSUBP1G1QHBK85SFLU1X/MullenHall.jpg St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574287708057-B5R0GS5KLGVIQG46G7VW/SFA+1.jpg St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574287699699-GKA263ERR1IB0VZ6D1HV/SFA+2.jpg St. Francis Academy - Bethlehem https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/donate-online daily 0.75 2026-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9f519758-a9f5-4866-8d7d-ec22097d8aff/IMG_0853.jpg Donate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/747e4ab3-633c-48c4-b97d-44c57b5ea14f/IMG_3013.jpg Donate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/01a2951b-6dc4-43ad-a5f1-00ea00cbf155/IMG_0107.jpg Donate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e141f4dc-c591-4615-9cc7-d2e10ac7951a/Annual+Appeal+2025.jpg Donate Click on brochure image to view https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/fun-on-the-farm daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574451796499-VF6JSNEF97I00VZJYVSY/118.jpg Fun on the Farm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574453007393-71MKFOEVFR8W1WR8RB3B/384.JPG Fun on the Farm Sister Roseann Velas (center) pals around with Sister Regina Ann Rokosny (center) and Gena Tallarico, who were dressed as vegetable mascots. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574451874138-HAAI5CDP8O4ZXTO7LHA5/332.JPG Fun on the Farm Sister Marietta Bankos was delighted to have her sister and niece join her. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452139411-SLE3STMQ31TK98BJVOKP/Farm+Project+Logo.png Fun on the Farm https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2019-monocacy-farm-food-fest daily 0.75 2019-11-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452511075-P6DW2DZRYJ7YWTEGQ2SR/347.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest Sisters Marguerite Stewart, Francine Garganta, Georgette Dublino and Frances Marie Duncan enjoy the a seat in the sunshine during Farm Fest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452533279-E0TJSFBQ2FUQ15POBYHY/112.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest Sister Pat Brennan (right) takes a ride around the grounds on a unique tandem bicycle built by vendor Bob Swaim. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452601188-CY4BZ3Q6FS4HJZLKQ5EW/271.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest Sister M. Virginelle Makos and friends served up yummy popcorn. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452556982-JMQOXAENSU659WYCH0J1/170.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest One of the funny faces greeting visitors of all ages at the petting zoo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452643526-POCXBUYDKRAV5FROE52S/314.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest Patrons were treated to live music throughout the day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452724634-UH2UZU4EOGYQM0KIHZY9/227.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest Creative nature-related activities kept youngsters engaged all afternoon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574452751567-RVGNO4OTA6OI59A4616Q/096.JPG 2019 Monocacy Farm Food Fest A wide variety of handcrafted items were available from area vendors. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/prayers-for-peace daily 0.75 2019-11-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574453600028-RMNL2DH5X34M056JVQ8S/IMG_0021.JPG Prayers for Peace Sisters Anita Kuchera and Barbara DeStefano collaborate with Mother Laura Howell, an Episcopalian minister, during the September 21 interfaith service at Monocacy Manor. Mother Laura is a friend of St. Francis Center for Renewal and often brings groups there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574453785786-RIARRZT1EVWAPEJUL61T/IMG_0428.jpg Prayers for Peace Sister M. Virginelle Makos chats with Mohammed Said Selmanlar, president of the Lehigh Dialogue Center. Along with Sisters Virginelle and Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster, Mohammed is a member of the Bethlehem Interfaith Group. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574453864419-JHY8C24DV0QIXL5JZV49/IMG_0420.jpg Prayers for Peace Music by harpist Grace Adele helped to set the scene and draw those gathered into the presence of God. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/road-to-recovery daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574454807525-2AWOSQOX81UD88VXLE3C/014.jpg Road to Recovery Principal John Petruzzelli shows off an inspirational wall etching in one of Kolbe’s safe spaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574455586618-KB972OG6EW0PL5OS1NW9/082.jpg Road to Recovery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574456049018-NGPHLKUFZ7JPHA97BU6H/009.JPG Road to Recovery https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/starting-anew daily 0.75 2019-11-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574456245759-0DXGNKZR27BJTLXCZIH5/Bonnie%2BKolbe%2BWelcome.jpg Starting Anew “When I walked off the stage and out the doors of Mullen Hall in 1974 as a graduate of St. Francis Academy, I never dreamed that 45 years later I would stand before these same doors to welcome another academy,” Sister Bonnie Marie told those gathered for the grand opening of Kolbe Academy on August 26, 2019. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/jubilee2019 daily 0.75 2024-07-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574459109691-HQOVM9LGV91UE3BC5VMY/IMG_4877.JPG Jubilee 2019 Sisters Frances Marie Duncan (50th Jubilee), Karen Buco (60th Jubilee) and Cecilia Jacko (70th Jubilee) renew their vows at Mount Assisi Convent on August 3. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574459636963-RFNPFXPJRJEJEOKQP1Q2/IMG_4882.jpg Jubilee 2019 During the offertory procession in Pittsburgh, Father Donald Buchleitner accepts a vase of white roses from Rita Metro, niece of late Sister Susanne Cherney, who would have celebrated her 70th Jubilee this year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574458844128-BGPVV75WS5T2FT700T9M/IMG_E2311.JPG Jubilee 2019 Sisters and friends bestow the Blessing of St. Francis upon Sisters Frances Marie and Karen at Monocacy Manor in July 2019. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574458257445-CLU89OSF48T9AQEIC4K9/Grace%2B2008%2BCMYK.jpg Jubilee 2019 S. GRACE CHERMACK 70 Years https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574458317156-1HJ5G73OJWO75GMJOROS/Cecilia%2B2019%2BCMYK.jpg Jubilee 2019 S. CECILIA JACKO 70 Years https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574458380317-71L7LFK2RJ9KAB71SL9Y/Karen%2B2019%2BCMYK.jpg Jubilee 2019 S. KAREN BUCO 60 Years https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574458474448-DTUKMDNAL1DGDU20U1G8/Franny%2B2019%2BCMYK.jpg Jubilee 2019 S. FRANCES MARIE DUNCAN 50 Years https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/remembering-lynn-cosgrove daily 0.75 2021-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462119025-MMHK8TRW3FZ1799DECP1/IMG_2304.JPG Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1584480936836-4TK16LMMEAOZ8555O444/Lynn+1975.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462121814-R5402AMVW2FVTBHUP8WD/10700232_10205104418435457_5229097705920904715_o.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462132119-K1J1QUF938QVM957JIX1/IMG_4288.JPG Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462134430-58FYQ49N2JL94Z0OO492/D-SOCIAL+1+%2833%29.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462152020-PD195G3GXBLPHCULWR53/IMG_1863.JPG Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462153148-ZRM437PIAHKMECTSRDPZ/540056_265869320172710_1543636789_n.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462158719-TMH2SN1C4V618AT4L7LY/IMG_0686.JPG Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462167297-6AZ9ONZ6R7S5L9E9EIDM/Lynn+Young.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462195247-LTWA1KMSIA494N8LS9N0/579262_266352176791091_700678358_n.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574462234271-9MZALCDZ4ZCKYAVTJ47A/S1050256_256_234.jpeg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574461808488-H3DEPNM5CNLQQ2EZF084/Brother+Tree.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove This photo taken on April 28, 2018, shows Lynn on a visit with her beloved Brother Tree, a once-scrawny tree along the interstate near Coraopolis, Pa. Years ago, she developed a fondness for and a friendship with the tree which – much like ourselves – has endured times of both bleakness and flourish. Upon her last visit to “chat” with him, Lynn was joyous to find him tall and healthy! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574461340945-CIAFQ1SV2RSYLXDTLWMK/Lynn%2Bin%2BHabit.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574461969906-VZBOCFRAH3J9VNA5SHMT/IMG_1769.jpg Remembering Lynn Cosgrove Lynn enjoyed a friendship of nearly 65 years with Sister Elaine Hromulak. They met as novices in formation to become Sisters. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-of-strength-2018 daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574783734448-WKOQJG8280WXKH61O2G3/Sister%2BFrances%2BMarie%2BDuncan.jpg Sister of Strength 2018 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-of-strength-2017 daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574783891838-LDIZWVE1YNVA1MONQ00T/Sister%2BRegina.jpg Sister of Strength 2017 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-of-strength-2016 daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574785347515-985EJ69GRT60ZP4Y84ZZ/Sister%2BRene%2BParent.jpg Sister of Strength 2016 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-of-strength-2015 daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574785699538-45R2MROO6CRRVO9JW98K/IMG_1615.jpg Sister of Strength 2015 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-of-strength-2014 daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574785933585-8B8QV2IK356J1HTFV8PP/SXavierBomberger1.jpg Sister of Strength 2014 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/where-jesus-walked daily 0.75 2019-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574786965529-10QNR2TGYWJKZTFIJ2TZ/28870902_2082909661735438_7525709823774548401_n.jpg Where Jesus Walked https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574786452315-BCA8VNWP0E1SDOSLIR2S/Annunciation.jpg Where Jesus Walked A look inside the ancient church of the Annunciation, erected over a house built into the hillside. According to tradition, this was the home of Miryam in Nazareth. The star in the ground bears the inscription “HERE the Word was made flesh.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574786492118-EJTPH40RVXOZWIVCICXU/20180316_062613.jpg Where Jesus Walked A view inside the tomb in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574786535269-YGSDCSY7XAHJ0TKDBE6M/20180309_122431.jpg Where Jesus Walked The Sea of Galilee as seen from the window of the Church of the Primacy of Peter where, according to tradition, the post-resurrection Jesus cooked and served a lovely fish breakfast to the Apostles. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574786216270-TNAOI0I1M8WH5HQLRVA5/Nancy%2BJubilee%2B2016.jpg Where Jesus Walked Sister Nancy Celaschi https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/hola-chile daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574787296714-1VNV1YT7GKUI8J8ZJ6EZ/Cookout.jpg Hola, Chile! Sister Pat (center) enjoys a cookout with our sisters in Chile. “The foods there are very different, but very good,” she says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574787375798-MU8Y0BHRN356C5SPGXW5/IMG_20181001_161450_burst_01.jpg Hola, Chile! Sister Pat visits the port in Vina del Mar where our sisters first arrived by boat in 1947 to begin our ministry in Chile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1575329137894-S6IF08DYLPMCCBY5X05K/IMG_20181012_112448.jpg Hola, Chile! Sister Pat shares a smile with a Chilean lay teacher who helped her with her Spanish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574787217422-14FQI5RDV98HS05AFEFR/IMG_2952.jpg Hola, Chile! Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/publications daily 0.75 2022-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/808f2315-b03a-4552-9ebd-6c32ca81cc88/USPN+News++Autumn+2022-1.jpg Publications - USPN Autumn 2022 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625755887688-1IA9FY0UZCESPO0H4WQ1/USPN%2BNews%2B%2BJanuary%2B2021.jpg Publications - USPN January 2021 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/331537c7-4bb8-4126-85fa-a4ee99dc04a5/Screenshot+2022-02-08+11.56.37.jpg Publications - USPN Winter 2022 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625755971607-ZJZ57T8XYRLIGBNDWYUW/USPN+News++September+2020.jpg Publications - USPN September 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625755930009-SEAWNK05TEIL91KWQ0L1/Summer+2021-1.jpg Publications - USPN Summer 2021 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625756010131-8D4LTUGUKERXXS3ILXFP/USPN+News++June+2020-1.jpg Publications - 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Sister Eve Blostic Robert Horvat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0556d97d-b7cf-489c-a55a-4d6010976a70/Sister+Xavier.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger Peter Yang https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cdb05022-02a9-418f-afaf-8a642a46bfee/IMG_9668.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Pat Brennan Arthur Jenkins https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ad1d22d5-4e12-4057-b9a0-935eff657c69/Barb+2022+A.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Barbara Brown Terry Davis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0a9146f2-adaf-4529-965b-38470132e032/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Karen Buco Kimberly Rogers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c5794958-cb04-4e2f-9617-572471f4fb94/IMG_9553.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Pat Marie Buranosky Donna Torres https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f5aa2fce-a249-445b-9012-4d6443050fa2/Ginger+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Virginia Rose Carroll Ann Williams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d890444e-e0fc-45cd-8fc0-0885b6acbbc0/IMG_9590.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Nancy Celaschi Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/86848e5f-295c-49cd-9b43-1d46de8d2586/IMG_9661.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Maria Derecola Teacher, St. Matthias School Somerset, NJ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ac285f8e-f4d4-42e6-b1c3-10ff064b9146/IMG_1680.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Barbara DeStefano Staff, St. Francis Ce https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9da9d782-944d-43ec-9eec-237c0adcf6d1/Georgette+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Mary Georgette Dublino Volunteer, Light of Life Rescue Mission; Bible Study Leader, Mt. Assisi Place Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/640e8a54-a867-4891-94ad-6021b8950049/IMG_9642.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Frances Marie Duncan General Minister Rome, Italy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6efc7831-d692-47cc-a85a-f125a00bf153/IMG_9557.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Yolanda Escamilla Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ed8efd8a-2420-48a8-abfc-a766daec4706/Adelina+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Adelina Garcia Franciscan Resource Center Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cf29374e-11ef-4836-935c-ce0be2853f4f/Francine+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Francine Garganta Community Service, Prayer Ministry Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/548b1f87-0260-41e1-9a3c-91e9cd71fcb0/Jo+1.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Jo Goolish Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/65508648-25c5-462a-b634-a754ecc6a668/IMG_9671.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Elaine Hromulak Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c0a01079-804f-4230-b761-067a0597ccc8/IMG_9598.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Cecilia Jacko Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b8f89c40-700a-4d3a-9b11-5b9f175ce400/IMG_9591.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Marie Bernadette Kelleher Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/74687c49-ffe5-49a3-ba66-e35d12340cf8/Bonnie+2021.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Bonnie Kleinschuster Provincial Councilor & Treasurer Director, Monocacy Farm Project Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7db1ee35-7a9d-488c-8c54-d3e135fd180e/JoAnn+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister JoAnn Knaebel Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/770fd5cd-cdb3-47ae-a9ce-3639aa1b4ef1/IMG_0971.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Lorita Kristufek Music Minister, Mt. Assisi Place Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/345a6c4b-c994-46ed-88f7-11d171b8dc3d/Anita+2022+A.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Anita Kuchera Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2c86dc7b-f530-4937-b618-8c06326769d0/Gracy+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Gracy Kundukulam Nurse, Monocacy Manor Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/537dbbc5-6ae7-4896-9322-f81d15741530/Anne+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Anne Kutch Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e5ae962f-e71c-4cbd-a33c-0e98edc107d1/IMG_2959.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Roselyn Kuzma Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fec38c50-1cce-412c-89a9-1a9d7c8d2cb4/Sister+Pat.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney Provincial Councilor & Secretary FRC Spiritual Direction Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c36d1b4f-982a-46ae-9034-9e17ae172f96/IMG_6705.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister M. Virginelle Makos Eucharistic Minister, Sterling Heights Senior Living; Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72847e77-62ea-4e38-b67c-1ff269e3da0d/Jean+2022+A.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Jean Makovsky Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/484a6fc5-07a8-4744-a3fe-2fc1cf13a602/Hilda+2022+B.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Hilda Marotta Franciscan Resource Center Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e6ae45ea-7a40-4369-85c4-106c3ad52587/IMG_1801.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Mary Lou Metro Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/21a3f714-285e-4d9a-a8e8-f71b56061383/IMG_6683.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Loretta Motko Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e7e2a249-bf95-4800-966c-2ed35a6f09c6/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Irene Novak Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8444839b-73b4-43fa-be57-449f1240a679/IMG_9613.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Denise Olshausky Receptionist, Mt. Assisi Place Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca05f1da-a3ef-49e3-9c2e-9902e27b4db4/Sister+Carol+Ann+Papp+2024.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Carol Ann Papp Art & Religion Teacher, Northside Catholic Assumption Academy Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e5e071dc-bd3f-4f01-ae96-3a2769a0f341/Donna+2022+A.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Donna Pusch Building & Grounds Supervisor Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/11186259-2f58-4b7c-9bbf-9d78a78b52ed/IMG_9650.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Regina Ann Rokosny Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2dda2fd5-0919-421d-97fd-323f10714eb9/Anece+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Anece Salay Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/84a5b510-b8f4-4314-af37-6544920881d6/Sister+Marian.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Marian Sgriccia Provincial Minister Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3f2dfa84-de8a-4a1a-b753-da1a8a4ffdad/Sr.-Marie-Therese-Sherwood-OSF.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Marie Therese Sherwood Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4924577c-0dfb-4510-829a-920327616085/Sister+Rosaria+Shina+2021.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Rosaria Shina Prayer Ministry Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/23693ea0-c2d6-4fb4-8aa1-2f52e61be6a5/IMG_6698.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Marguerite Stewart Spiritual Direction & Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a92cbaa9-2cc1-4402-b42e-fe6732e5a833/Jeanne+Marie+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Sacristan, Mt. Assisi Place Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5e15fc83-2d24-47d1-bd41-7d9bccaf4dce/IMG_9654.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Roseann Velas Community Archivist Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5e9dea85-0a1d-42ea-aba8-7dc1930f4c6c/Barbara+Ann+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Barbara Ann Webster Community Service Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d9aae43f-bd75-408d-a040-630f9323bc58/Ann+Marie+2022.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Ann Marie Yenca Prayer Ministry Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/449d91c2-d4f6-44c5-bd9b-389bfd6e94f3/Martha+2022+A.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Mary Martha Zammatore Community Service Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/94fd8e5d-7aab-405c-be9d-3091d9f4034d/IMG_9687.jpg Meet Our Sisters - Sister Ancy Francis Nurse, St. Augustine Friary Serving in U.S. from the India Province Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e127d9d8-7cfc-4876-9ed8-a71e2912a427/Sister+Boncy+Chalissery.jpg Meet Our Sisters - SISTER BONCY CHALISSERY Nurse, Monocacy Manor Serving in U.S. from the India Province Bethlehem, Pa. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/golden-apples daily 0.75 2019-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1575329907609-1AE4GACXYYZ4RK410C67/Carol+Ann+%26+NCA+Colleagues.jpg Golden Apples Having three Golden Apple Award winners – Sister Carol Ann Papp, Sharon Duerr and Barbara Venturela – on staff gives Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa., a rare calling card. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-grateful-transition daily 0.75 2020-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576862521162-EQI9I323TJEI5ZXCM8GI/IMG_5179.jpg A Grateful Transition Administrators old and new gathered on December 12 to bless the transition of Mount Assisi Convent to Mt. 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Pictured are (from left to right) Kathy Jones, Diane Ott, Sister Kathy Kudlac, Dennis Jones, Michael Ott, Dr. Matthew Coppola, Cindy McCullough, Sister Marian Sgriccia, Kate Guay and Sister Frances Marie Duncan. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576863783336-0GQKE9HJ5OKDJMXU4ZKQ/IMG_5154.jpg A Grateful Transition Sister Cecilia Jacko places a historic photo of Mount Assisi Convent near the altar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576863837936-QXJQIU4579HAPWFHUL75/IMG_5133.JPG A Grateful Transition Sister Gracy Kundukulam, the youngest member of the School Sisters of St. Francis, helps Sister Pat Marie Buranosky set symbolic bricks near the altar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576863975395-8S4S6OIK1PDTEU0OVA7D/IMG_5217.JPG A Grateful Transition The original motherhouse chapel, used in recent years as a library, set the backdrop for a celebratory reception. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576864411202-0JUCYATA6JL885KH5D89/IMG_5209.JPG A Grateful Transition Sisters Joyce Burkhart, Virginia Rose Carroll, Rosalia Giba, Geraldine Ann Kasper and Lorita Kristufek enjoy the reception. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576864857809-LX5MXKU5DFM0E6TXRNC6/IMG_5207.jpg A Grateful Transition Sisters and special guests shared time together during a holiday-themed reception that followed the prayer service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576863903665-AP2YHNVW61V4X0F1HVEJ/IMG_5111.JPG A Grateful Transition Sister Marian Sgriccia, provincial vicar and former administrator of Marian Hall Home, leads the prayer service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576863935140-ARTC1012T8DF35XTSMUT/IMG_5173.JPG A Grateful Transition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1576864884288-ELNOI6Z2K1S3A9LVPPNR/IMG_5141.jpg A Grateful Transition Sisters Rosalia Giba and Patricia Ann Mahoney carry symbolic bricks in procession. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-night-at-the-races daily 0.75 2020-01-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1577997330047-JTBFQ1XYXWYE5VPTLQK9/NATR+Poster.jpg A Night at the Races https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sophies-gift daily 0.75 2021-05-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1577477757022-1HUPCEQG73ZWT8TYJT1D/Sophie.jpg Sophie's Gift https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/welcome-home daily 0.75 2023-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1cb588b5-d979-4bc5-8474-4f0972d5399b/Mount+Photo.png Welcome Home - 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and Kveta around San Angelo, Texas, including a stop at the city’s Visitor Center. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1580924653599-S5BSQXU1O1AX0ADF2EPY/78901819_10215756717258635_2402696450178809856_o%2BUSPN.jpg Special Visitors Sisters Yolanda Escamilla and Jo Goolish hosted our visitors in San Antonio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1580924625007-OT5DK1MU63TY3VTYZSJD/79495121_10215756719058680_1227098742314762240_n.jpg Special Visitors The sisters did a little local shopping in San Antonio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1580924710962-BWC1XO6IVLENGXNOEGK2/IMG_0529%2BUSPN.jpg Special Visitors A visit with Sister Hilda Marotta and immigrants at the Franciscan Resource Center in San Angelo, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1580924689149-M8W86XYZ3GD7HBT4GKBM/image.jpg Special Visitors The Sisters at Little Flower House in 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The students were encouraged to color them in and send them as thank you notes to doctors and nurses they know. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586316298387-97OHZW0T4RH3OK6BG72T/IMG_0172.jpeg Teaching from Afar Sister Maria Derecola connects with her second-graders from the comforts of her bedroom at St. Matthias Convent in Somerset, N.J. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spiritual-strength-in-trying-times daily 0.75 2020-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587955918302-KUNXV9VJ38C48CMT1L8Q/IMG_0533.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Spring Starts Spring is prime time at Monocacy Farm Project in Bethlehem, Pa. Here, Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster tends to the starts in the farm greenhouse. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526252346-XE9OYI4EH4WMUCWVPIJN/IMG_4199.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Staying Sharp Sister Pat Mahoney has been at the computer for many hours taking the classes required for her to continue volunteering with the Latino community in the future. Many volunteer programs like hers have been suspended since mid-March. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468094167-5CYSPWC6N9XS6FLUWTXU/IMG_4090.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Illumination Ovation Sisters Frances Marie Duncan, Gracy Kundukulam and Georgette Dublino of San Damiano Convent take part in Pittsburgh's Illumination Ovation on April 7. Residents stepped outside their buildings and homes at 8 p.m. to applaud frontline workers for their tireless efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our sisters incorporated a bell from South Korea and a whistle from Peru in solidarity with folks around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468101226-8DAVWGDAJ4EIEFKZ7TUN/IMG_4094.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Illumination Ovation Sisters Ancy Francis, Patricia Ann Mahoney and Lorita Kristufek of Little Flower House take part in Pittsburgh's Illumination Ovation on April 7. Residents stepped outside their buildings and homes at 8 p.m. to applaud frontline workers for their tireless efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our sisters incorporated a bell from South Korea and a whistle from Peru in solidarity with folks around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468284689-1J5ATFMHMXT7ML0XG9FA/IMG_5371.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Scrabble Session Sisters Eve Blostic and Lois Jean DiFalco pass some time with a game of Scrabble in the sisters' community room at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468292471-NDU313SPPTXZ7MAY80QY/IMG_5369.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Time for Prayer Sister Francesca Parana prays for our community and our world from a peaceful space at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468299342-BW9IHS1SHFKX4J843SVJ/New+look+in+Italy.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Masked Traveler Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica wears a protective mask to venture out to the pharmacy in Rome, Italy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468304101-7D6DD2V1HS8JLOZA1N8M/Living+Days+and+S.+Yolanda.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Essential Duties Sister Yolanda Escamilla and her colleagues at Living Days Adult Day Care in San Antonio, Texas, remain on the job in their essential functions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468315439-I98AVPLXAL11P38CYKCM/IMG_20200404_181915.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Still the Flowers Bloom "Since the gardeners aren't coming, the wild flowers are having a field day,” says Sister Nancy Celaschi, who shared this photo after a walk around the grounds of the Generalate in Rome, Italy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468322434-WTGFLPH9R8KK47DAF7KK/IMG_0177.jpeg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Workout Wear Sister Marie Therese Sherwood heads out for a walk in Somerset, N.J., all decked out in her protective masks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468332367-Q8YRIMEXGUVGOICISDMA/IMG_5354.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Frontline Worker Sister Ancy Francis wears protective gear to care for residents at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa., where she works as a nurse. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468350071-BGWV7XE8X6GTKAUDHFDF/Tech+%26+Tradition.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Tech Meets Tradition A TV monitor for watching Mass has been placed atop the altar at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468362048-1DV5J2PRJLSW47LCFZ0Y/IMG_0378.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Always in Prayer Sister Barbara Brown, who works as an ESL teacher, says she prays each day for her students (shown here). even though classes are suspended for now. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468373135-1PYDWTFDZKBRZCQJ2XTC/IMG_5353.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Social Distancing Sisters Karen Buco and Joyce Burkhart practice safe social distancing while taking part in a seated exercise class at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468379379-KTB8AJMHQ66KINMUQQOE/IMG_5357.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Puzzlemaker Sister Rosalia Giba works on a picture puzzle in the sisters’ community room at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468390379-NR6S5QQ5XYOJQN9O3YC4/IMG_5383.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Private Prayer Sister Pat Marie Buranosky takes time to pray throughout the day in Our Lady of the Angels Chapel at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468398990-R2TD11WVOIMBKMXHC878/IMG_5362.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Virtual Connection Sister Lois Jean DiFalco communicates by email with family and friends from her room at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468410512-3JODPI7I2HDN8AGKK0JK/IMG_5374.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Creative Pursuits Sister Barbara Ann Webster had been preparing for a spring craft show when the social distancing guidelines went into effect last month and postponed such events for the foreseeable future. But that hasn't kept her from crafting unique crosses from clothes pins of various sizes and specially folded paper. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468421441-M94C1XU5DJV84ETLT3OC/IMG_5360.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Crafty Crosses These decorative crosses were crafted by Sister Barbara Ann Webster from clothes pins and folded paper. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587955926728-AMJY253A4G3FC7H78UPN/Sister+Anne-The+Bread.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Kneading the Bread Sister Anne Kutch works in the kitchen at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., where her labor of love is keeping our Sisters there fed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468440434-W8Y2VW6OH7RHQSPMZ7W7/IMG_5351.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Mass Man Our Sisters “attend” daily liturgies on television and online, including Masses offered virtually by Bishop Robert Barron. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586468563531-DV7VJ5WU2CS5TCMQRZXG/IMG_5398.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - A Silent Season The tabernacle in Our Lady of the Angels Chapel at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa., is adorned with Easter flowers, even though there will be no Easter vigil this year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586470151874-X1GMK0JX1IXONLBWDGZJ/IMG_5364.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Corresponding in Crisis Sister Karen Buco checks in with family, friends and other sisters in community with daily cell phone calls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526042967-HZFGPFRCLGBONLTAHGGW/Bulletin+Board.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Saying Thanks Our Sisters who reside at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh put together this bulletin board to express their gratitude to the staff and care team who are keeping them safe, healthy and well-fed during these exceptional times. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526046355-MV3CL9PVRSWUDZFJ3UGG/Easter+Delivery.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Hot Commodity Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla in San Antonio, Texas, were delighted to receive a most precious Easter gift, dropped off on their porch by an alum of the former St. Francis Academy there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526058935-5M9BU2WBCF2XZKP2VHBB/IMG_0191.jpeg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Reaching Out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood speaks with parishioners of St. Matthias Catholic Community in Somerset, N.J. "Some conversations are heartbreaking, as families reveal illness or death among loved ones or unemployment situations," Sister says. "All have expressed gratitude for the call and how much it means to them to be remembered by our parish staff." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526083088-VYG0YVRCZXVCCQ10DYRF/IMG_5441.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - A Good Read Sister Virginia Rose Carroll immerses herself in a book during days of spare time and social distancing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526085522-B5STKLCJX23TW6TVU04Z/Yolanda+and+Bird.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Giving Thanks Sister Yolanda Escamilla carves the turkey that was the centerpiece of Easter dinner for her and Sister Jo Goolish in San Antonio, Texas. They chose a Thanksgiving theme to take stock of their blessings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526097686-UFIYSZQHV2TD1R02NUZ1/Resized_20200416_091324.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Tending Garden Sister Joyce Burkhart, who prides herself on having a green thumb, tends to her plants in the Sisters’ community room at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587527074418-XX0JK26NQQWB37AWA37N/IMG_5439.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Mail Call Sister Norberta Kralosky checks her mailbox at Mt. Assisi Place. She and all of our Sisters appreciate the greetings they often receive from family, friends and alumnae. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526113036-RNCAFN9J956QDVHYITBD/IMG_5434.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Prayer in Any Circumstance Sister Cecilia Jacko spends a few quiet moments praying for family, friends and our world in these extraordinary times. The Sisters are accustomed to praying in community but have incorporated social distancing into their spiritual practices. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526125743-2P9DCXHBPE98EGNHBAUH/Generalate+Tomb.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - A Little Imagination Sister Pacifika Jusková, one of our European sisters, created this depiction of Jesus' empty tomb outside our headquarters in Rome, Italy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587526145508-BM2KDCYXP81O0P1UFRP9/Resized_20200416_091232.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Life in Community Adorned in protective masks, Sisters Karen Buco and Barbara Ann Webster interact in the Sisters’ community room at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587956385655-VAOKZBHPBRT3K74S1JJ0/Prayers.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Open Hands, Open Hearts, Open Minds While on their daily walk to get some fresh air and to enjoy nature, Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla often pass a distinctive sculpture in San Antonio, Texas, that is aptly titled Open Hand, Open Mind, Open Heart. The Sisters find it to be a lovely place to stop and offer prayers for the health of their surrounding community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589334116826-OW82DGA66YX2H14HBDXH/Bells.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Bells Across Pennsylvania Sisters Barbara Brown, M. Virginelle Makos, Barbara DeStefano, Marguerite Stewart and Anita Kuchera take part in Bells Across Pennsylvania on May 3. Residents statewide were asked to rings bells for three straight minutes in gratitude to the caregivers of those affected with COVID-19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590095802373-5VGIW0PYOD8Y3FI8TSMA/Figs.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Italy Begins to Bloom Sister Nancy Celaschi checked in from Rome with this photo of fig blossoms in bloom at our headquarters there. "The fig blossoms may be on the vine, but here in Rome the Lord continues to care for us," Sister says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590095842653-872OLW4UPQPLR0CVG83Y/Zooming.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Still Connected Sisters Anita Kuchera and Barbara DeStefano participate in an online program offered by our St. Francis Center for Renewal as a means to bring spirituality to the homebound. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590095861058-L2WIOB2JYCE37SU8HXW1/IMG_5519.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Flexing Her Green Thumb Sister Joyce Burkhart enjoys caring for the many indoor plants at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590095886382-APIJOKN09K6G1VMDU6VQ/May+Crowning.jpg Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Even Now, Traditions Continue Things may be very different in many ways right now in our world, but tending to small traditions can be a source of comfort. Here, Sister Francine Garganta carefully places a crown atop a statue of the Blessed Mother in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590095950240-9TOL0YLJVGJYGHJJ5L4J/IMG_5530+%281%29.JPG Spiritual Strength in Trying Times - Not Your Normal 90th Sister Francesca Parana turned 90 amid the pandemic and was introduced to new technology so that her family could celebrate with her from afar. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/eggcellent-idea daily 0.75 2020-04-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586829475068-OX64GSL551T2BZULZL3Y/IMG_4042%252B%2525282%252529.jpg Egg-Cellent Idea The finished eggs and cards were delivered to local seniors in time to enjoy for Easter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1586829456379-HY28E6MSWRG0LGAP8JB6/IMG_4034.jpg Egg-Cellent Idea Sisters Patricia Ann Mahoney, Lorita Kristufek and Joann Knaebel put the finishing touches on ornamental eggs. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-rose-ann-rovnak daily 0.75 2020-08-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587950051977-QPVR61DTXPXD1Q573I0H/Sister%2BRose%2BAnn%2BRovnak.jpg Sister Rose Ann Rovnak https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-constance-frank daily 0.75 2020-09-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587950978721-QFQ5BCTFD42QFWPSNII4/IMG_9573.jpg Sister Constance Frank https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587951034223-KOTLFV7JEKMQHBRZJM3K/Connie-1934.jpg Sister Constance Frank As a young girl in 1934 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587951207042-1LP3M7MQYGHMLWQWM0NY/2017%2BGroup.jpg Sister Constance Frank Making final profession in 1952 (front left) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1587951083270-Z4N5VFHPIFXH9BVI571R/Connie-OrganYoung.jpg Sister Constance Frank Playing music for the liturgy she loved so much https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/our-mothers daily 0.75 2024-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6da8dc6d-bbc5-4338-a01c-0fe522c02a59/Rosaria+%26+Parents+Reception.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Shina Rosaria is shown with her parents, Anna and Joseph, on the day of her reception into our religious community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8b6bf123-ace4-45fb-ae3b-320a1dfe5ccb/Hromulaks.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Hromulak Hromulaks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589075007601-F5M1T2UHE4HBYYXB9I5I/Gibas.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Giba Mr. and Mrs. Giba, late parents of Sister Rosalia Giba and late Sisters Barbara and Bernadette Giba https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ec21cc1b-9950-4e24-bb45-bf9616ebb2f2/Grace%2B%2526%2BParents%2BFinal%2BVows.jpg Our Mothers - Mr. and Mrs. Chermack The late Sister Grace Chermack is shown with her proud parents, Joseph and Ann, circa 1949. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/52971968-1b6b-4ca1-8d99-c7aece87cf4e/Gerry%252B%252526%252BParents%252B1963.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Kasper The late Sister Geraldine Ann Kasper with her parents, John and Anna Kasper, in 1963. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589077901615-KAVP358RBJRT7H9V8E8A/JMU%2B%2526%2BParents.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Ulica Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica is shown here with her parents, Margaret and Joseph, in 1965. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589132996909-2ER69U5YLCX722VJ0K0O/Ella%2BCelaschi.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Celaschi Ella Celaschi, the mother of Sister Nancy Celaschi. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29ab9671-813b-4746-aee5-b98be57991a7/Baby+Lorita+%26+Mom+6.7.45.jpg Our Mothers - Make it stand out A toddler-aged Sister Lorita Kristufek is shown with her mother, Anna, in this photo from … https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/55713066-965f-4f29-9a11-cc02692fb0da/Irene+Bridesmaid.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Novak Irene https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589075199524-K7YJ9PGL4SGCQVAHPVBF/Karen+%26+Parents.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Buco Sister Karen Buco with her parents, Andrew and Angela, upon her 25th Jubilee in 1984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d9a35f5d-9cbb-499c-9741-a86d755a7dd7/Sherwood.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Sherwood Anne Sherwood carries the offertory gifts during Sister Marie Therese Sherwood’s Silver Jubilee Mass in 1988. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589077975799-3MIK4Z1KWPAAGW0HC1YD/Marian%252B%252526%252BParents.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Sgriccia Sister Marian Sgriccia is flanked by her parents, Louise and Joseph, circa 1970. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5ab3ef2b-752d-471e-b942-393a92e136dc/10Photo.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Buranosky Sister Pat Marie Buranosky, as a novice in the 1950s, with her mother and father, Andrew and Petronella. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589076643457-GRXQDAJDNO58RUFHQKYR/Sophie.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Stewart To read a beautiful reflection on the life of Sophie Stewart, mother of Sister Marguerite Stewart, click here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a04f3b3-6222-4c76-8ab3-d887c2f0507b/Photo-Couple.jpg Our Mothers - Make it stand out John & Katerina https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b7585d8a-3abf-4d8f-ae6a-b1d7160e1cf0/Barloks.jpg Our Mothers - Make it stand out Mr. & Mrs. Barlok https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dbe02ba3-9bdd-4a37-b20e-1bcc5f011e54/IMG_1044.JPG Our Mothers - Mrs. Kleinschuster Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster helps her mother, Anna, to celebrate her 101st birthday in 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/23a241bd-b9fa-4c8f-8373-8870350a3465/Metros+1.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Metro Sister Mary Lou Metro recalls Sunday picnics with her parents — including mother Mary —and her siblings. Sister Mary Lou Metro (front center) with her mother and siblings while out for one of the family's Sunday drives in 1939. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/efbf3d5d-619e-4d6e-8378-3711bbdec9e6/BAW+%26+Mom.jpg Our Mothers - Make it stand out Leola https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca8e5d26-869e-4043-bc8f-a08e19182b0b/Joyce+%26+Parents+1955.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Burkhart Sister Joyce Burkhart, who died earlier this year, and her parents celebrate her reception into School Sisters of St. Francis in 1955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589079833563-XZPUPQT3XIIU6KZMOPV8/Kuzmas.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Kuzma Joseph and Anna Kuzma, the parents of Sister Roselyn Kuzma and the late Sister Anna Mae Kuzma, raised 11 children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589079924045-J6G68IYGDRT07JUQP4Q6/Franny%2BCommunion%2B1.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Duncan Sister Frances Marie Duncan is shown with her Godmother on the day of her First Communion in the 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589078014301-TCPNT5N8343B5N6C48LV/Cecilia%2BGraduation.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Jacko Mary Jacko (and other family members) congratulate Sister Cecilia Jacko upon her graduation from Mount Assisi Academy in 1949. She also was the mother of late Sisters Julia and Frances Jacko and 12 other children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589078126096-RYI0N6EQJQ273BU3D1P9/Eve%2B%2526%2BMom.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Blostic Sister Eve Blostic celebrates a special occasion with her mother, Eva, who raised 17 children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589078064482-SAKO9KJSR7VX727XV7SA/Pat%2BMahoney%2B%2526%2BMom%2B25th.jpg Our Mothers - Mrs. Mahoney Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney celebrates her 25th Jubilee in 1992 with her mother, Margaret. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-new-normal daily 0.75 2020-05-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1589677615418-OKVBCAUE8EFO1SFY44VO/painting-emmaus-zund-crop.jpg A New Normal “The Road to Emmaus,” an 1877 painting by Robert Zund. 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Virginelle Makos offers an embrace, other Sisters wait to personally welcome Sister Gracy Kundukulam as a member of the U.S. Province in 2016. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111532254-X6NJUPDZTRMROBER8J9A/Jo.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jo Goolish works with an art student at St. Gerard Catholic High School in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591110501119-KEP3CCSPMFBP84X6PJDS/Anita%2B%2526%2BBarb.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sisters Anita Kuchera (left) and Barbara DeStefano plan retreat programming at St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590681371371-E6CJEQ4PPC1KHR9BWACX/Maddie_Sr_Carol_Ann.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Carol Ann Papp interacts with the First Communion class at the former St. Irenaeus Catholic School in Oakmont, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111698039-QLDOP3F7QLHO1UOET8O6/IMG_9604.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak (left with her sisters in family and community, the late Sister Rose Ann Rovnak. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591110452597-13IT3SWXJA2R7ARQCV9A/GoolishStainedGlass.jpg Jubilee 2020 A young Sister Jo Goolish does stained glass work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590602827973-JFNOO9DVXIBX8WKDYT4N/IMG_1524+%283%29.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica (right) and Jo Goolish (left) attend a reunion of the former St. Francis Academy in San Antonio, Texas, along with Sister Yolanda Escamilla. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591110998580-2ZKBJM4Y40MDU4P2BXBB/GoolishMurals.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jo Goolish puts the finishing touches on a Franciscan mural. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590682451544-3I53G3KCIQXZ8NPM23LF/IMG_1628.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Carol Ann Papp (left) with her fellow recipients of the Diocese of Pittsburgh Golden Apple Award in 2014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111141569-H68TRG8G67DNG9R1CRXU/Presentace58.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica collaborates with Sister Adelina Garcia during an International Formators Conference in Rome. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111476374-VTDMIROW6YVCDN2Y1ZX3/Carol%252BAnn%252BPortraits.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Carol Ann Papp displays artwork at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590681568769-95HQH7BF42JIG5P403PF/IMG_0021.JPG Jubilee 2020 Sister Anita Kuchera (left) takes part in an interfaith prayer service at St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, Pa., along with Sister Barbara DeStefano and Mother Laura Howell. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590681617550-GZQ10004NOAY4IUT4EEK/Gracy+in+Rome.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Gracy Kundukulam on a trip to Rome in October 2019. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111820529-PSI9FX9BLLLDBISMQUPJ/IMG_0761.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica (left) shows Sister Marie Therese Sherwood around Assisi in Italy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111329946-Q9OF52JHQHVVIVA5MIG8/Healing%2BHearts%2BGala.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jo Goolish speaks at the Healing Hearts Gala in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590682188554-GFMODHMRJKU9XNEMYTQD/IMG_1055.JPG Jubilee 2020 Sister Gracy Kundukulam shares her wonderful smile with our community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111227533-7JBOFP2NWAQBZADKASJA/rome.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sisters Carol Ann Papp (left) and Georgette Dublino on a visit to Rome, Italy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590681937967-4CRKKTNU8HUMI3HM6U7M/Jo+%26+Friends.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jo Goolish (center) accepts a donation from the St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591111255774-3ZPIHC6GMB8ILM501ISL/IMG_2473.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica (foreground) takes part in the City of Pittsburgh St. Patrick’s Day Parade along with other Catholic sisters from Western Pennsylvania. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1590682208924-TF0BSY76D0FN5CNPUY3H/IMG_9632.jpg Jubilee 2020 Sister Gracy Kundukulam (right) shares a smile with Dana Funk, a resident of Mt. 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Two recently completed puzzles also are shown above. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591123615533-6NREXNDFTMZ904RW88C6/sPRING+tIME.jpg Finding All the Pieces https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591126392003-SHQTAUA0A1KI75H038FC/unnamed.png Finding All the Pieces https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591126262559-LWPBFFXE6PMG6CSEC7OJ/unnamed.png Finding All the Pieces https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spirit-smiles daily 0.75 2020-06-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591217156741-7ALNS0RMABW1ZNMAD3P8/20200520_105547-square.jpg Spirit & Smiles Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak fills the screen with her vibrant spirit during a video chat with Sister Elaine Hromulak. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591217296547-KLPIX4XH4048RFKTH278/20200520_104210-square.jpg Spirit & Smiles https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/beyond-bricks-mortar daily 0.75 2020-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591733678149-SXYHL5CJWVYG28PQQAHR/Screenshot%2B2020-05-19%2B11.55.15.jpg Beyond Bricks & Mortar Participants take part virtually in an online program on grief and healing offered by St. Francis Center for Renewal shortly after the rollout of the Beyond Bricks & Mortar program in May 2020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591735559240-X91FDZ9D4GZZT0BV5GMW/Zooming.jpg Beyond Bricks & Mortar Sisters Barbara DeStefano and Anita Kuchera – who also facilitate online meetings with our lay Associates – “attend” an SFCR viritual retreat in May 2020. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/prayer-in-a-pandemic daily 0.75 2020-06-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591796545943-2G0Y8C9KF2FR5ZK4I5HG/IMG_5351.jpg Prayer in a Pandemic Our Sisters have tuned in daily to various online Masses during these past few months. But they look forward to returning to regular Masses in their churches and chapels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591796338387-MZGIFQ90EQ7S2I72RR4Z/IMG_5434.jpg Prayer in a Pandemic Sister Cecilia Jacko prays in the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, where precautions have been especially rigorous in the personal care environment. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/truckloads-of-generosity daily 0.75 2020-06-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591798792760-CAVYQGAPVD0CXBB7KROL/IMG_1723.jpg Truckloads of Generosity With help from volunteers Carol Devine and Joanne Anderson, Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster (rear) loads a pickup truck with food donations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591798577698-C6QQ1JMYPVNGGYZAOJTB/IMG_1722.jpg Truckloads of Generosity Sister M. Virginelle Makos (left) helps a generous donor unload food items during the June 6 collection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591799076728-TBJUJMZ52S8AUQ5P7I4U/IMG_1728.jpg Truckloads of Generosity Joanne Anderson (foreground) and Carol Devine organize food donations in the garage at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1591799152338-7UN0AG038P1U0CAA3NX9/IMG_1729.jpg Truckloads of Generosity The first of multiple loads of nonperishable food items is ready for delivery to New Bethany Ministries. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/penny-for-your-thoughts daily 0.75 2021-05-24 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-carol-ann-papp daily 0.75 2020-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592332899180-BZM2R2DU5WIVXDPEH0Y1/Carol%2BAnn%2BPortrait.jpg Sister Carol Ann Papp 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Sister Carol Ann celebrates her final profession in 1977 with her sister and parents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592332368174-NI7VSFZGG3HP9YN2HYZR/IMG_1628.jpg Sister Carol Ann Papp Sister Carol Ann (left) with Dr. Mary Frances Grassinger and her sister, Patricia, at the 2014 Diocese of Pittsburgh Golden Apple Awards. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592332401281-FEM1IKKCR8SBWWC1EFZ7/Carol%2BAnn%2BPortraits.jpg Sister Carol Ann Papp Sister Carol Ann displays artwork at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592332347337-EHMYDK1G2N6NWG1ZP7J8/Maddie_Sr_Carol_Ann.jpg Sister Carol Ann Papp Sister Carol Ann offers blessings to children making their first Communion at St. Irenaeus Church in Oakmont, Pa. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/fathers-day daily 0.75 2020-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592582984019-JVUV6NBQRGPHO9TXWL4Z/Lorita%2B%2526%2BParents.jpg Father's Day Baby Sister Lorita, baptized as Carol, with her parents Stephen and Anna Kristufek in the late 1940s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592582297439-N8XRIW7J94WE0PXUGZ8O/Kristufeks.jpg Father's Day Sister Lorita Kristufek (right) and her family in the Pennsylvania town of Ambridge the 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592599204582-IZTMONO4IGDKZK24ECYI/Mr.%252BKristufek.jpg Father's Day A young Steven Kristufek ran a grocery store. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592582255004-FEHXH2FNOUX1S7F38GXA/Lorita%2B%2526%2BParents%2BSept.%2B1973.jpg Father's Day Sister Lorita is visited by her parents during her days as a student at the University of Dayton in 1973. 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592583487292-ZSA9HB7NXV3IRKLTX85P/Kraloskys%2B1962.jpg Father's Day Andrew and Anna Kralosky attend the 50th Jubilee Mass at St. Gabriel Parish on Pittsburgh’s North Side in 1962. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592584139909-EZMS2WMHHC6573M1H7HL/Norberta%2B2017.jpg Father's Day Sister Norberta https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592602963100-1NL3HK7CIP29NJNYXJTG/Scooter.png Father's Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592585088236-CDISNM8X4WAFCQYQZCIF/Marie%2BTherese%2B%2526%2BDad%2B1.jpg Father's Day Sister Marie Therese (left, her dad and her sister, Annie, on her Reception Day in August 1962 in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592585029391-8EUADHP5KWOQ3EXS1R8P/Sister%2BMarie%2BTherese%2BSherwood.jpg Father's Day Sister Marie Therese 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The photo was taken sometime during Sister Pat’s first year after novitiate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592593030630-TUYGXP1XAXQJ9C8ZMM27/Hromulaks.jpg Father's Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592592895345-J886D63MTBA7ACB5J0F7/IMG_0557.jpg Father's Day Sister Elaine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592602993701-Q9LWA4SIBYJFZEEYPFHJ/Buick.png Father's Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592592156597-MT6NX8H02GJT3QK4SQNP/Raymond%2BCelaschi.jpg Father's Day Raymond Celaschi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592593129539-R6KPEQML2TLKY8WFL56P/IMG_1325.jpg Father's Day Sister Nancy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592593829719-I2L6K6D4AA7KLD3VW5RJ/IMG_9682.jpg Father's Day Sister Rosalia 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592928462075-G49JCP4NMTFX9AT5EM4V/Graduation%2B1958.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Graduating from high school in 1958 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592928547362-PZ8EPT68O60H9F9VYSQU/With%2BParents%2B1959.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica As a postulant with her parents in 1959 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592928865858-MWSYAX76LZR9NMMC4PJE/August%2B1959.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Sister Jeanne Marie (center) with her profession group upon their reception into the community in August 1959 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592928843414-8GQPCGY79R4OKXMLLXNQ/Pope%2B2.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Meeting Pope John Paul II in the 1990s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592929403274-UKZQ9876F4NPKPGAIFXX/India.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Ministering in India in the early 2000s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592929539244-XG6CVMKB6702EL8DDPWO/DOC024.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Serving as part of the General Administration in Rome, Italy 2002-2006 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592929730716-8YUXBJGY6F1QC9YDW78J/Presentace96.jpg Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica Taking part in an International Formators Conference in Rome in 2018 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-jo-goolish daily 0.75 2020-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593118180336-SL0ATI3IQVAFBZSA4VG8/S.%2BJo%2BGala.jpg Sister Jo Goolish https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593115112564-LN14G7OQ54WIQE9V30X2/S.%2BJo%2B%25234.jpg Sister Jo Goolish As a tiny tot in Bakerton, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593114700719-4VOG61RQD7MFD0UU96SK/S.%2BJo%2B%25233.jpg Sister Jo Goolish A school-age Sister Jo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593115145372-8R0FSW6G9IW7VVQTDOYL/S.%2BJo%2B%25232.jpg Sister Jo Goolish Sister Jo in her earliest days as a teacher https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593115081585-HEI6UWOPXQ293HEIZ15G/S%25235.jpg Sister Jo Goolish As a lifelong school teacher, Sister Jo has had countless school portraits taken over the years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593115881847-Q21N5L88JXXQVO06116L/August%252B1959.jpg Sister Jo Goolish Sister Jo (second from right) with her profession group upon their reception into the community in August 1959 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593117808655-BHHG5JXMJEKBPER2NWX1/856ce4104f2ec621af222516ce903dc8.jpg Sister Jo Goolish Among Sister Jo’s many creations on display in our congregational buildings is this stained glass depiction of Sister Moon that is part of the chapel at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593115857021-IA05RIS9AB88T651IQMI/GoolishStainedGlass.jpg Sister Jo Goolish A young Sister Jo works on a stained glass creation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593114847529-QYGTK3Z09WYZQTNYU784/GoolishSchool.jpg Sister Jo Goolish Sister Jo has been teaching art at St. Gerard Catholic High School in San Antonio, Texas, since 2002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593114916448-UNPPFZCSPZF75020L4QW/S.%2BJo%2Bteaching%2Bonline.jpg Sister Jo Goolish As COVID-19 closed schools nationwide in Spring 2020, Sister Jo went virtual to remain connected with her art students. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593115008981-OCHPOJVB9ACPWXN9IAOU/DSCN0908.jpg Sister Jo Goolish Sister Jo displayed some of her many Francsican creations during “Wake Up the World,” a 2016 celebration of Catholic Sisters in Western Pennsylvania who are active in the arts. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/answering-his-call daily 0.75 2020-06-25 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/beautifying-san-damiano daily 0.75 2020-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593544733646-JSFX5FDVTTQ2PKRLTSLW/IMG_7976.jpg Beautifying San Damiano Linda Hyde and Sister Gracy Kundukulam plant around the sign that welcomes visitors to the San Damiano and Mt. Assisi Place properties. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593544878585-GH5N87ZK0MK072I81XIF/IMG_7956.jpg Beautifying San Damiano Linda Hyde, Barbara Martin and Sister Gracy Kundukulam unload a truckload of plants from a local nursery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593545045902-E5Z6SZN8ACI933L5QCH3/IMG_7971.jpg Beautifying San Damiano Sister Gracy Kundukulam and garden club members plot out plants for the best configuration around the Mount Assisi sign. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593544957570-J8NUZ98KLJWDO9M07HZK/IMG_7953.jpg Beautifying San Damiano Linda Hyde packs dirt to secure a plant in a long flowerbed at San Damiano Convent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1593545139158-2FECYI27HWV1F4FOWN66/Barb%2B3.jpg Beautifying San Damiano Sister Frances Marie Duncan (upper right) thanks members of the Forest Hills Late Bloomers Garden Club — shown with TV and radio host Doug Oster — for their efforts in beautifying the San Damiano grounds. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spiritual-sundays daily 0.75 2026-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621262117021-4DPTGXRWUK3HHVBOQSYG/Screenshot+2021-05-17+10.33.09.png Spiritual Sundays Messages https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621262162571-SBSA1U8ULTT217HHORDE/Screenshot+2021-05-17+10.28.06.png Spiritual Sundays Messages https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621262385423-QL3ONPGVOJ59DWZ4SW7P/Screenshot+2021-05-17+10.27.13.png Spiritual Sundays Messages https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621262349402-FRU89MM0V6BNK6H3P6YV/Screenshot+2021-05-17+10.26.52.png Spiritual Sundays Messages https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/pastimes-passions daily 0.75 2020-08-11 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-gracy-kundukulam daily 0.75 2020-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594061113897-7CR5VY1R25F88MKCHL4D/IMG_1055.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594061733581-UTQHPV6OGTMD9UTW5GFB/31739163-5b12-4693-8ca9-44f93e0354c6.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam Shown with the attending priests upon making her First Communion in the late 1970s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594061830897-QFFD9I4S4238T0T2LIGV/a1f3692d-533f-41cc-a4b4-7a962e68e102.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam With her mother on the day of her First Profession in October 1995. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594061947481-DIERNA9JW5RETPJIOXTM/7328dd92-1db0-4953-9fec-321d00e58f53.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam During her First Profession Mass in 1995. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594062017978-6WTV9S3IUY0TBEHD872P/e132af39-9f5c-4b50-9b4d-9e34b8242d25.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam Bishop Joseph Kundukulam (no relation) accepts Sister Gracy’s First Vows on October 16, 1995. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594062210186-N34NQKCQVC0VLANXPEOT/24fdc0d3-b6d5-4aa5-9974-e1d1a17000d2.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam With her mother and administrators of the Delegation of India and international congregation on the day of her First Profession in 1995. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594062520577-L1LKLT9M35CXZAZ3FIW7/Gracy%2BK.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam Working as a nurse in our former Marian Hall Home in 2010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594062248305-2E0X4M7SJQFOSXBX5644/IMG_5134.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam The Sisters of the U.S. Province welcome Sister Gracy as a member in 2016. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594063082051-40BMGWCVM0BKRZGBWBQ1/Jubilee%2B2018-Indian%2BSisters.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam Sister Gracy (center) joins Sisters Benna Jose and Ancy Francis in a traditional Indian dance during our Sisters 2018 Jubilee celebration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594062855046-OI7LEL1EDSQ6DWFB1W9V/Picture7.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam Sister Gracy has a special love of our older sisters, including the late Sister Antoinette Popovic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594063153855-SP2OEDR71EGF9F9YKSFU/IMG_9632.jpg Sister Gracy Kundukulam Sister Gracy is beloved among the residents of Mt. Assisi Place, including long-time resident Dana Funk. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mfp-pick-your-own-produce daily 0.75 2020-07-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594395692898-DXH3194I0IJR1GB6MUKY/98207124_1164367427260260_6638351098224574464_o.jpg MFP Pick Your Own Produce https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594397251965-U35VCELHEJMYBAU7TNZH/108139670_1205296666500669_3201615984472917654_o.jpg MFP Pick Your Own Produce https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594397299106-V9WEQR9A1ILNM60N0T2C/107831524_1205296843167318_2566739174071407447_o.jpg MFP Pick Your Own Produce https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-anita-kuchera daily 0.75 2020-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594675274108-BI8CZOBM7GSCXLQTOXFN/P1000440.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594675479964-96MRKLLUORM8MIQRLSHV/Anita%2B%2526%2BMargaret%2BElaine.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Sister Anita upon making her final vows in 1955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594676712838-EWB7E7XOIKBDKZ9Z6IMG/77148_498783670179263_1094265587_n.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Being honored at the 2012 Star Struck Gala. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594678310023-32KJC5E3XFJOZ72DDJ1Y/National%2BIce%2BCream%2BDay.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Enjoying a treat on National Ice Cream Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594677940044-LU3APV80D91FHCAAAR8V/Anita%2B%2526%2BBishop%2BSchlert.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Sister Anita greets Most Rev. Alfred Schlert, bishop of the Diocese of Allentown. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594675586498-750AAB8DBK9S5LP6MEN6/1950%2BGroup%2Bin%2B1988.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Sister Anita (left) is shown here in 1988 with Sisters Therese Sedlock, Ricarda Husava and Margaret Elaine Rovnak — who all entered together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594675747867-E49N6UEQB5WMTNZH0ZBD/Anita%2Bas%2BTeacher.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Sister Anita attends a dinner for the parent-teacher group at the former St. Francis Academy in Bethlehem, Pa., in the 1960s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594676405799-AAXPB9XBHQHRZVWXZ43L/IMG_0021.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Sister Anita (left) joyously takes part in an International Day of Peace service with Sister Barbara DeStefano and Mother Laura Howell. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594679323031-LSUNZVPV656KELDL6RT6/Anita%2B%2526%2BJude%2B2010.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Reuniting with classmate Martha Dolinich (former Sister Jude) at her 60th Jubilee in 2010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594677698440-FLVJUYJJPWRA5ICGWSII/13147743_1036993983024893_1310999224867316998_o.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Sister shares a smile with Kathy Stolz and Deb Neely, friends of St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594678893501-PMTW55VIRT7AM18YYMOK/Anita%2B%2526%2BBarb.jpg Sister Anita Kuchera Collaborating on retreat programming with Sister Barbara DeStefano. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-of-strength-2019 daily 0.75 2020-07-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1594743047342-7YHXZDHYA63JYN4G3BHT/310436_216423388415294_1532023794_n.jpg Sister of Strength 2019 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-margaret-elaine-rovnak daily 0.75 2020-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595361681667-SHUSJPJB4HDJ7ICJLXGQ/SMargaretElaineRovnak.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595361166736-JE2PF5XCYR25DID94IS7/Little%2BMER%2B%2526%2BDad.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak A young Margaret Elaine with her father and one of her brothers in the 1930s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595361185496-9SRJZYNE1OYXBO707ZKV/MER%2BGrad%2BHeadshot.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak A teenage Margaret Elaine graduated from Erie East High School in 1948. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595361213035-GQ0CJZW5V5FL4TOL4UKQ/Anita%2B%2526%2BMargaret%2BElaine.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sister Margaret Elaine upon making her final vows at Mount Assisi Convent in 1955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595361246347-GVPZLX7H8OL7FM55ZN4B/Rovnaks%2B%2526%2BParents%2B1950s.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sisters Rose Ann and Margaret Elaine Rovnak with their father, Michael, in the 1960s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362208962-E6A5PZAFCFSAF5TZSCOQ/Rovnak%252BFamily%252B1950s.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sister Margaret Elaine (front right) comes from a large working class family of four boys and six girls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362231299-FZS87E7OMBF6VDMKRM1X/Anita%252B%252526%252BMargaret%252BElaine%252B1975.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sisters Anita Kuchera (left) and Margaret Elaine (right) celebrate their 25th Jubilee in 1975. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362188497-K8F0GSAHRPVC3682DOSB/1950%2BGroup%2Bin%2B2000.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sisters Margaret Elaine (left), Anita Kuchera, Ricarda Husava and Therese Sedlock celebrate their 50th Jubilee in 2000. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362560924-B6RV24H3PXO48DQCWQXA/IMG_9604.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sister Margaret Elaine with her late sister, Sister Rose Ann, in 2010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362479125-5JTLSLRG3C4P4FZDVNWQ/80th%2BBirthday%2Bin%2B2010.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Celebrating her 80th birthday in 2010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362606949-Y1C7ACGZ6KN8O35KANFX/St.%2BFrancis%2BVista%2BSouth%2B2000.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sister Margaret Elaine as administrator of St. Francis Vista South in New Castle, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595362424589-L1ZRCK33V3T2N05QY6SS/Margaret%2BElaine%2B%2526%2BBaby.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Sister Margaret Elaine welcomes a tiny addition to the Rovnak Family. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/walk-around-the-block daily 0.75 2020-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595613413939-K4P48L9PY00R2TLLE709/IMG_0092.jpg Walk Around the Block https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595613535483-MS6J7OODGWBVY1F150KX/IMG_0140.jpg Walk Around the Block A guest cools off in the birdbath on a hot summer day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595613576622-DUR1Y9SVRXSDUYB2VIYX/IMG_0087.jpg Walk Around the Block A frisky squirrel scampers through the backyard at Little Flower House convent in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595613497934-ME03A71HMSTNIVTSOXJ2/IMG_0105.jpg Walk Around the Block A hummingbird feeder is a popular gathering spot for God’s creatures, feathered and otherwise. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1595613689890-M5PFQNVOTAI8QIKL4RGI/IMG_2952.jpg Walk Around the Block Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney serves as assistant social minister at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Pittsburgh. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/jubilee-celebration-2020 daily 0.75 2020-08-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596486459436-ICZVWRPBX3CDU69X5MF5/IMG_2354.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Frances Marie Duncan, provincial minister, pins a corsage on Sister Anita Kuchera, who was once her own teacher at St. Francis Academy in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596641197394-XBYAX9TVNWZDBN1PZAKF/IMG_1853.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Frances Marie Duncan, provincial minister, pins a corsage on Sister Carol Ann Papp. The former classmates graduated together from St. Francis Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485176707-5LXFQMUDGZZSKGH6YZIV/IMG_2361.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 In this Jubilee photo like no other in our congregation’s history, Sisters Carol Ann Papp (left) and Anita Kuchera pose while wearing protective face masks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485197333-IK8BTL70UIGHZOGNSQPZ/IMG_2364.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Anita and Carol Ann welcome Rev. Msgr. John Martin as celebrant. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596647737849-PDFENKH17RW2DI73U1IC/IMG_1550.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 A masked Sister Carol Ann makes her way into the chapel filled with masked Sisters and guests. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596647664957-5TRDP7O3Y9FKMVV4OM8S/IMG_1552.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger reads scripture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596647601737-U70JPPINDDZXC5K2MH2H/IMG_1553.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Ceili Bedics, niece of Sister Carol Ann, sang during the service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596648013245-1T6WPMR68WZLEF4KHUPG/IMG_1547.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Barbara DeStefano carried the cross and led the procession into the chapel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596647395458-0MKLPMRUJT9FZ3ABDIK1/IMG_1548.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Frances Marie Duncan and Roseann Velas, classmates of Sister Carol Ann, served as candlebearers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596648078285-SI2XISDGZDGCU8HHDMDR/IMG_1556.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2020 As Rev. Msgr John Martin listens, Sisters Anita and Carol Ann renew their religious vows, as is tradition when celebrating a jubilee. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485245082-1PUF4KZ1YW6D2AMYQGWY/IMG_2384.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2020 Rev. Msgr. John Martin prepares the gifts during the liturgy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485288935-VVX2SSEA5V7OUVRM3ED7/IMG_2368.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Molly Bedics sings during the service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485333385-PDE1DN1QRTGA99WIGVJR/IMG_2381.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Those in attendance were spaced throughout the intimate chapel at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485308040-70HUBMYPYQMPK2SQ6GUQ/IMG_2377.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Carol Ann (in black) and her sister, Patricia Bedics, listen as Stephanie Kawczynski reads the intercessions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485473189-V7GUNFTPBXB37ADE6QKY/IMG_2385.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Anne Kutch, Irene Novak and Amata Shina follow along from a room adjacent to the chapel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596641605776-LT47U0XU53WKWI6T77CH/IMG_2394.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Carol Ann’s great nephews review the event program. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485425344-SKSPO089B7EIV1Z6AET2/IMG_2378.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Michael Bedics, Sister Carol Ann’s nephew, sings one of the songs specially selected for the celebration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485683297-48ZBVCJZO9P4MSKID85U/IMG_2395.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Teresa Misyak and Mary Martha Zammatore enjoy a socially-distanced luncheon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596641445112-P79LTGFVEGOGFOVHALEA/IMG_2392%25252B%25252528002%25252529.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Carol Ann (center) shares memories with her sister, Patricia Bedics, and Sister Mary Martha Zammatore. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485849543-6PYZRW4O8E8DLEY14G3B/IMG_2397.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Irene Novak and Anne Kutch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485909807-S8Q0JGTNV4WW9809M3N2/IMG_2396.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Rosaria Shina, Marguerite Stewart and Amata Shina. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596485973050-I49GIUE588CD0157GAJG/IMG_2398.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Marietta Bankos, Barbara Brown and Dorothy Bucko. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596486096808-1IVOK8SOW0R1JQHB7LWG/IMG_2399.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Ann Marie Yenca, Francine Garganta and Marie Bernadette Kelleher. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596486076804-K5NY4MPRJOCZ1SH868TL/IMG_2400.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster, Donna Pusch and Loretta Motko. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596486261365-R624AWDGV6VHBUO47DMK/IMG_2404.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger helps to serve Sisters Dorothy Bucko and Marietta Bankos. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596486240961-74UY1VOWZKGFW1ZQFKY2/IMG_2401.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny and Roseann Velas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596486218374-17I0HFTUC1OAI8AS1ZFH/IMG_2402.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Anita (right) dines with Sister Barbara DeStefano, her long-time ministry partner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596660218263-3LLBYE6DVXKAXC1NOPVN/IMG_1564%2B%25282%2529.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596648384804-V0SP00BUIB5IG21QOURL/IMG_1569.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Left: Sister Carol Ann and her family celebrated afterwards with a socially-distanced outdoor luncheon at her sister’s house. Above: Sister Carol Ann and her sister and brother-in-law, Stephen and Patricia Bedics, with flowers donated in memory of their parents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596648335613-253X21EZ5V0RFMKAP2AG/IMG_2414.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 Sister Anita was all smiles while cutting the celebratory cake. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596648360052-4YVWBJAOE03TU8NAPIXF/IMG_2408.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2020 A beautifully-decorated cake topped off the celebration. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/clares-guiding-light daily 0.75 2024-08-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596814062660-CXS8Z7HJ1NAJZBG5U8P1/P1370029_1.JPG Clare's Guilding Light A solemn, peaceful Clare greets visitors to Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596814487852-I6DB4Y2Y4RCTL5NG1MAQ/056.jpg Clare's Guilding Light Clare offers her protection to all who live, visit and pray at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d099c687-8092-4fd8-9267-40586003d028/Sister+Jean+Marie+Ulica.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Jeanne Marie Ulica Clare lived during a time of political and civil instability in central Italy. Towns were fighting one against another and there were tensions between the rising merchant class and the aristocratic class, resulting in open and destructive conflict. Even the traditional structures of religious life were challenged. In her own way, Clare brought something completely new to religious life, the prophetic vision to imagine that God was doing a new thing among them. What she taught her sisters is what we also can learn: To live in relationship with one another, to be honest, simple, poor, gentle and joyful. Most important she wants us to live in the awareness of God’s presence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a231102a-e0b5-4e11-a7d6-19afae24ef2f/Sister+Frances+Marie+Duncan.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Frances Marie Duncan Clare was a woman of strong conviction and determination. Against the wishes of her family, she gave up all of her wealth and followed Christ and Francis. She teaches us that no matter how difficult life is, once one has discerned, through prayer, the path that they must take, they need to muster up the strength to follow that commitment. Clare's life was not easy, but prayer saw her through the most difficult times. No matter how our lives change, prayer will see us through, as well. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/66d6b325-524c-4d36-9606-7f141ac830c9/Sister+Nancy+Celaschi.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Nancy Celaschi Clare was loyal but steadfast. She was respectful of everyone, but respectfully disagreed with those authorities who would try to convince her to water down her (and Francis') ideal of Gospel living. She eventually won, but had paid the price for many years. Lately I have been reflecting a lot on St. Clare in preparation for a Zoom conference for the feast. As I walked down along Forest and Sprague Avenues to go to morning Mass, I couldn't help notice how many of the walls are beginning to yield to the pressure of the earth’s slight movement with every rainfall. All the walls — stone, brick or wood — show signs of yielding and, in some places, they have given in. I smiled to myself as I thought of St. Clare’s unrelenting insistence on the “privilege” of living in poverty, without any real estate to guarantee anything more than a little garden for their needs. And then I thought of the Popes who, one after another, yielded to her insistent request, and finally confirmed it in a Rule approved the day before she died. The final wall had collapsed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/457b503f-0021-46a8-bffc-9f509c7d6f00/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Karen Buco St. Clare, who walked in the footsteps of St. Francis, lived the Gospel radically by her example of prayer and service to everyone. Like her, I am called to be a mirror, reflecting the face of Christ in people I encounter daily, praying for them, serving and supporting them in every way possible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe36610a-1ef0-4a76-bfed-95dd5a8568cb/Sister+Maria+Derecola.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Maria Derecola Clare is the patron saint of vision. Like her, we must keep our eyes focused on Jesus! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aadf35ae-cf18-479c-8694-73a016307132/Sister+Patricia+Marie+Buranosky.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Pat Marie Buranosky Many years ago, a van load of Sisters were on our way to Gilmary in Coraopolis, Pa. It was the Feast of St. Clare. The van tipped over due to a number of reasons. St. Clare saved us with only a few simple injuries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/565bd006-7d10-4415-a59d-4807ad2afc1d/Sister+Jean+Makovsky.jpg Clare's Guilding Light - S. Jean Makovsky I admire Clare’s commitment to prayer and service. Like her, we must be willing to let go with love. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f766b15e-daa7-42d4-ac3a-1ca4facdcc64/Sister+Marie+Therese+Sherwood.jpg Clare's Guilding Light https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597157452548-Q0FKN5RA5DDXV49FB78M/Monocacy%2BSt.%2BClare.jpg Clare's Guilding Light This display created by our Sisters in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., reminds us — on the Feast of St. Clare and every day — to be reflections of Jesus Christ. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1596831218755-K499M4YTX0JFMJMKQ0FP/Clare.jpg Clare's Guilding Light https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/gifts-from-gods-garden daily 0.75 2020-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597771736064-OI2FRS9IGL2SP0SSBT8L/Gracy%2527s%2BGarden2.jpg Gifts from God's Garden Sister Gracy Kundukulam displays the colorful bounty from her small garden at San Damiano Convent in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597771834072-OGCMNZUO7UEXBSEPBDPM/weeding%2B2.jpg Gifts from God's Garden Sister Roselyn Kuzma lovingly weeds around the graves of deceased Sisters at St. Francis Cemetery in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597771931619-VS8H3ZJGIBKLWJBR0903/IMG_1830.jpg Gifts from God's Garden A multi-generational group picks produce at the Monocacy Farm Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597771961364-DV6E9M5S836Y6LOHEC4J/IMG_3311.JPG Gifts from God's Garden The first batch of tomatoes harvested from Sister Pat Marie's plant. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597772033192-D6U3I86SSUI7W9GY1BOE/117984971_10158000210406501_6576468098185274875_n.jpg Gifts from God's Garden Summer flowers picked from Monocacy Farm burst with vibrant color. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597772431422-A29L7KO17KIJJ4J8ND8Y/IMG_1833.jpg Gifts from God's Garden Patrons of the Pick-You-Own program at Monocacy Farm bring even the youngest gardeners to harvest. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-whole-new-world daily 0.75 2020-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597776053675-S7ZAKUWETE2HIMK098BZ/Screenshot%2B%252814%2529.jpg A Whole New World Sister Maria Derecola (right) and her colleagues prep for a new school year at St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597776469748-DE64KRI823IO438I7KAT/IMG_4230.jpg A Whole New World When Sister Carol Ann Papp returned to her classroom months after its sudden closure in March, she had to reacquaint herself with the Egyptian mummies her students made at the start of the pandemic. “They seemed even more ancient after all these months away!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597776102993-PHLDRUL0K6PME87V2GH1/IMG_E4603.jpg A Whole New World Sister Carol Ann Papp tries out a face shield she will paired with a mask while teaching her art students. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597776735515-I1O84VJ0U1OU1U7RK6BR/IMG_4905.jpg A Whole New World Sister Carol Ann Papp was inspired by these flowers outside of Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/backtoschool-blessings daily 0.75 2020-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597780116109-DHA9FZ5NJD2G6SMC9OHP/Rosalia%2BGiba.jpg Back-to-School Blessings https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597779907486-2AT08AVNFV3VSG22REX5/33110442_1732499010141050_8927505599692800000_n.jpg Back-to-School Blessings https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597780658401-GPHX31F9WSO9OAZDGYT5/Amata%2BHigh%2BSchool%2BGrad.jpg Back-to-School Blessings https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597780289157-DFBXM4D1KKPO5OO82I4T/Franny%2BGrad%2BPhoto%2B1968.jpg Back-to-School Blessings https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1597780171132-KQKINBKL6EEZWIYI2797/Karen%2BBuco.jpg Back-to-School Blessings https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-margaret-elaine-rovnak-obituary daily 0.75 2020-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598294083115-OHAIWNMM9NAWWXARF211/SMargaretElaineRovnak.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Obituary https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598295350168-FHXNXGVD0NWQ1HQWW0FW/MER+Grad+Headshot.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Obituary A teenage Margaret Elaine graduated from Erie East High School in 1948. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598295419630-J5PT7WBB9ZVTLEMR5F1M/Anita%2B%2526%2BMargaret%2BElaine.jpg Sister Margaret Elaine Rovnak Obituary Sister Margaret Elaine upon making her final vows at Mount Assisi Convent in 1955. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/enduring-power-of-song daily 0.75 2020-09-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598648202484-6J5Z88RGQD7KI60TIZR7/IMG_0333.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sister Norberta Kralosky sings along as Sister Georgette Dublino plays guitar during a pre-pandemic gathering of Sisters at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598650769949-OSY23BEKTXCVWO2PKOEI/100th%2B%2528157%2529.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sister Marie Therese Sherwood is a cantor at St. Matthias Catholic Community in Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598650941891-K173R4FWARB1JWTN3HA2/IMG-2078.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sister Mary Martha Zammatore and her accordion make a joyful musical connection during the holiday season at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598651124163-IG1HEG5NFSTM9XK8SBBD/IMG_0349.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sister Georgette Dublino uses music to make a spiritual connection with residents of our former Marian Hall Home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598650679146-YYQZBU6J4ALTK1DOS7LY/IMG_2987.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sisters Lorita Kristufek and JoAnn Knaebel provide the musical backdrop for liturgies at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598650866916-GDTWZ9SVRNJD5OV4ZFT6/100th%2B%2528160%2529.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sister Barbara Brown plays guitar during our Centennial Mass in 2013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1598651054788-IGB8OY4M28ELLFZV7FAW/IMG_3033.jpg Enduring Power of Song Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney leads those gathered in song during a Jubilee celebration. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/grandparents daily 0.75 2020-09-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1599851822679-2R3DPFOHMRUK04H34FL9/getty-pile-old-photos-58b9d29b5f9b58af5ca8ca8c.jpg Grandparents https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1599851854235-1F1HBC8NUJLCPTSTNUW5/Mary+Swart.jpg Grandparents Sister Barbara Ann Webster learned many life lessons from her grandmother, Mary Swart (left), and aunt, Frances McDevitt. The influential ladies are shown here in Dormont, Pa., in the 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1599854435969-G45BELSK8WCNSIBF443L/IMG_0993.jpg Grandparents Sister M. Virginelle Makos holds fond memories of her material grandparents, John and Veronica Nakata. To her, they were “Poppie and Baba.” https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/farewell-blessing daily 0.75 2020-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600184946847-S6X8V0DJS884GWT76VP1/IMG_5908.JPG Farewell Blessing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185009576-JLMXN26Y7BVKZ5F57K22/IMG_5909.jpg Farewell Blessing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185241466-SGNOD2C2UG71JI01DLLJ/IMG_5910.jpg Farewell Blessing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185202815-OPPHP020K485287H0V65/IMG_5912.jpg Farewell Blessing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185291594-43H48T00GQDNQ3B7OZUP/IMG_5920.jpg Farewell Blessing Sisters Virginia Rose Carroll, Norberta Kralosky and Rosalia Giba wait for the service to begin. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185334164-VEBGS8JTEXGFXH11YT4E/IMG_5921.jpg Farewell Blessing Sisters Joyce Burkhart and Lois Jean DiFalco review the event booklet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185372930-09FCEQTISZDFHU0V3F8Q/IMG_5928.JPG Farewell Blessing Father Donald Buchleitner leads prayers within the foyer so that those in attendance from both sides can hear him. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185597225-IBNNUP64EFEZFIDD7FRJ/IMG_5927.jpg Farewell Blessing Father Edward Litavec and Sister Barbara Ann Lengvarsky, both retired religious and residents of Mt. Assisi Place, join in the prayers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600187179316-Y28MRPIYBPKZ4Q76N66I/IMG_8348.jpg Farewell Blessing The urns and photos were placed beneath the portrait of St. Francis for a brief period of visitation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600187207774-PVS1NMMTO0407CQ733I1/IMG_E5244.jpg Farewell Blessing Father Raymond Utz participates while practicing social distancing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185695327-4KAN5VM9TSI800JX3OXI/IMG_5931.jpg Farewell Blessing Sisters pray from inside the Mt. Assisi Place foyer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185740996-UW5XB0VJHB6RI9H451O4/IMG_5237.jpg Farewell Blessing Guests take part in the service from outside the main entrance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185823392-4PO6AULMVB8VG1ZMUH2R/IMG_5247.jpg Farewell Blessing Sister Gracy Kundukulam carries Sister Connie’s cremated remains to the cemetery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185868412-HFRINMVGCV40J8MLSQBB/IMG_5248.jpg Farewell Blessing Great nephews of Sisters Rose Ann and Margaret Elaine carry their cremated remains to the cemetery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600185970651-CTGR47EONDQJTRAE76BK/IMG_5249.jpg Farewell Blessing Those who were able file into St. Francis Cemtery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600186285695-AHOQIPY6B9EZB4MDQLNC/IMG_5251.jpg Farewell Blessing Father Buchleitner continues the blessing in the cemetery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600186683438-LNTXTE6OT4LXQ9FDIAMR/IMG_5938.jpg Farewell Blessing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600186159490-21O2BWREY7O8EV394U9T/IMG_5934.jpg Farewell Blessing Those in attendance wore masks and maintained social distancing whenever possible, even during prayers in St. Francis Cemetery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600187791114-4UH6AYJ13EFEHX8A440D/IMG_5258.jpg Farewell Blessing Janice Miller-Stein, funeral director, hands Sister Connie’s urn to Sister Gracy to be carried to her grave. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600187740007-97B26Z0DA5MI7NMBQIIA/IMG_5943.jpg Farewell Blessing The urns are placed in small vaults special designed for burial of cremated remains. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600186542897-GGZHTE117FKI9EQTI4JY/IMG_5942.jpg Farewell Blessing Flowers in bloom in St. Francis Cemetery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600186499695-NF34RC2VF1T30XQETZMQ/IMG_8347.jpg Farewell Blessing A family member offers prayers before the urns. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/peace daily 0.75 2020-09-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600449584519-LCKQ05Y2YQGBU7WQDMZC/dove-peace-sky-pigeon-white.jpg Peace https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600450261722-D7H2RLY46ZJN10YJKEJ2/idp-2020-poster_en.jpg Peace https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1600449838507-JEKG3AJKD0D0QXRCS4PI/KM0YZAdA.jpg Peace Our Sisters in Pittsburgh trimmed and decorated more than 150 peace dove ornaments for distribution — along with their prayers for peace — in the days leading up to the 2020 United Nations International Day of Peace. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/francis-as-our-guide daily 0.75 2024-10-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1601669497927-3RHZYKLAYMWPB5RCTEVA/IMG_0803.jpg Francis As Our Guide This statue of Francis is the centerpiece of our Centennial Garden at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1601668918936-8OVMFQGDS0JWYSDHD6UY/Assisi047.jpg Francis As Our Guide Among the stops on a Franciscan pilgrimage to Assisi is this small storage room in which Francis’ father imprisoned him for rebelling against his wealthy lifestyle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1601671625658-S105FIDQZ7NY0DU3Q4GV/P6161350.jpg Francis As Our Guide https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1601671183493-XLGMI0JW2N6RE6NS3VJ2/Assisi111.jpg Francis As Our Guide 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mother many years ago. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/hauntingly-familiar daily 0.75 2020-10-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603473266273-9KKE4CJ1OLBT1HIGMTAJ/HalloweenMonocacy.jpg Hauntingly Familiar This fun photo from the 1990s captures the silly spirit with which our Sisters at Monocacy Manor — including Sisters Eileen Henrion, Jean Makovsky, Donna Pusch, Carol Ann Papp, Anita Kuchera, Barbara DeStefano, Mary Xavier Bomberger, Maria Derecola, Irene Novak, Christina Demchak, Elaine Gurkie and Marie Glodava — celebrated Halloween. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603473576957-IHJU5IDKK2EWFYBTG553/Skeleton+-+Jo+and+Yo.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Everything is bigger in Texas, even the skeletons. As a favorite pastime, Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla enjoy driving through their neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas, to see all the Halloween decorations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603474401197-O1QT8S4YEKIJ006IM57P/IMG_0606.JPG Hauntingly Familiar Sister Elaine Hromulak has been known to show up incognito and with treats in hand on Halloween. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603475357370-JEP4NAAYSO8WIOCMT3HY/hats3%2B-%2BCopy.jpg Hauntingly Familiar This simple but effective getup had Sister Karen Buco masquerading as a tourist on Halloween 2013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603476126197-ZVMX7LKPEQVNBX1Z51FV/IMG_6096.jpg Hauntingly Familiar You might say Sister Virginia Rose Carroll had her holidays mixed up when she arrived at the 2019 Mt. Assisi Place Halloween party dressed like this. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603719563082-PFJTYIPHBDXO1N1JD935/Carol+Ann+as+Andy+Warhol.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Sister Carol Ann Papp dressed as famed artist Andy Warhol two years ago at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy, where she teaches art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603474242956-9TO2IEC96LL4GQ5HVP93/Cecilia+Clown.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Sister Cecilia Jacko shared this photo of herself as a costumed clown in 1986. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603476789471-4OENY2KEKNICMML6C6PZ/IMG_6109%2B-%2BCopy.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Last Halloween, Sisters Barbara Ann Webster and Joyce Burkhart tag-teamed as “Green with Envy.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603476623540-2WWRJT2WFS94YY1WJVRG/IMG_1024.JPG Hauntingly Familiar Sister Rosalia Giba shares the excitement of this preschooler in making a spooking eyeball potion during an October science lesson. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603476754239-O1US1KNX30BRBSYRMFE8/IMG_5880.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Sister Frances Marie Duncan hands out treats to preschool students in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603475612196-4LYI7RXQSUL3JX5GS8KK/IMG_5864.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Sisters Lois Jean DiFalco, Norberta Kralosky, Marietta Bankos, Rosalia Giba and Barbara Ann Webster delight at a 2016 Halloween visit from students of our former Mount Assisi Academy Preschool. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603475464026-PG5UXXDD84NNVZ5EOL0J/IMG_0580%2B-%2BCopy.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Sister Kathy Kudlac (right) shares some Halloween excitement with young trick-or-treaters in 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1603756654631-J6O0K993NLNLFIXBJ34H/Assoc.Halloween.01_0001.jpg Hauntingly Familiar Lay Associates from Bethlehem, Pa., dressed as angels one year, complete with a yummy angel food cake! 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Dad is carving the turkey that Mom lovingly baked. Also gathered around watching grandma are 4-year-old niece Kim and 3-year-old nephew Christopher. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605900645252-UJVPO8BTB8K5TFNXO2Y1/Sister%2BMarie%2BTherese%2BSherwood.jpg Thanksgiving Memories https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605901502075-Y2UT9DJUKIMAN00KEBDH/Sister%2BFrances%2BMarie%2BDuncan.jpg Thanksgiving Memories https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605903873560-KYGFNDIKLFDGXR1BE0SP/231dbefd10b46b4fb7b75f49ce3128d5.jpg Thanksgiving Memories Popeye makes his way through Times Square in New York City as part of the 1958 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605903166404-6WAQ1IKN37VA58H3IQF4/Cecilia%2B2019.jpg Thanksgiving Memories https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605903234357-NB361FKN07CER6DA1PCG/IMG_2969.jpg Thanksgiving Memories https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/giving-thanks daily 0.75 2020-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605745124841-LAOKVUHPBEVBLHL2DJWM/Karen%2B2019.jpg Giving Thanks - SISTER KAREN BUCO “I am thankful for the treasured love of my family, community, relatives and friends and all the kindness, generosity and support they give to me. Also, the gift of life within and around me, in the beauty of nature on land and sea. I’m also thankful for God’s goodness with many blessings showered from above and so much more given to me with all His love.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605746417063-L7R1VX35Z3SV7ECT3VV2/IMG_2965.jpg Giving Thanks - sister norberta kralosky “I am thankful for my life and the possibility that, when I die, I will go to heaven and be with God.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605745853804-O1QYCPAHCSOCA1DLR1Y2/Barbara%252BAnn%252BWebster%252B2012.jpg Giving Thanks - sister barbara ann webster “There are too many things to count — hearing aids and the gift of listening; all of my Sisters and friends; never having to worry, as my needs are met; kindness so often received; and the opportunity to give and receive smiles galore.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605746393695-HN4NX3PHV2RVHBO6JQF7/IMG_2969.jpg Giving Thanks - sister francesca parana “I am thankful for family and the celebration of Mass at Mt. Assisi Place. I still have my good health. I’m still around at 90.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605745172306-ZX5EIJ2MNJ1ATG3HQ54T/Jean%25252BMakovsky%25252B2012.jpg Giving Thanks - Sister Jean Makovsky “Being with family has been and still is very special. In addition to family, life, faith and community, I thank God for all the beautiful people He has given me to deepen my relationship with Him. I am very blessed.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605746370606-3QJ9BPJW14BYWHDGH1Q1/IMG_2959.jpg Giving Thanks - sister roselyn kuzma “I am thankful to be alive and well! I thank God that we have been safe here at Mt. Assisi Place, and so are all of my relatives and friends. I am grateful that we have Mass here on Sundays and can now receive Jesus every day in the Eucharist. I am grateful for all the friends I made here also. They are such a gift to me. There are so many things that I am grateful for but these are the most important.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605744181677-NEACC7W6WHA8Q9X4HTBJ/IMG_9682.jpg Giving Thanks - sister rosalia giba “What I am counting among the blessings is that I will receive Holy Communion on this special day. The Eucharist is the greatest thanksgiving, not only on Thanksgiving Day, but on every day that I receive it. To me, the Eucharist is the greatest gift that God, Himself, gave us.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605746661927-Z6Z5F4QHKSABLFW8DLUK/Lois%2BJean.jpg Giving Thanks - sister lois jean difalco “I am thankful that I have a bed to sleep in, that I have food, that I am still alive and healthy enough.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605745828192-XF7U6IC29ENWV0LQI2ZZ/Sister%252BFrances%252BMarie%252BDuncan.jpg Giving Thanks - sister frances marie duncan “I am grateful for the adaptability and resiliency of our Sisters; the hope that has prevailed despite the division in our country; how our St. Francis Center for Renewal has adapted with internet resources to provide for the spiritual needs of the people throughout this pandemic; the generosity of so many of our friends and benefactors; the many men and women who have stepped up during the pandemic to serve despite the risk to themselves — nurses, doctors, medical aides, police officers, firefighters, postal workers, delivery people, clerks at stores, etc.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1605745626315-3JVPG6C3MDGIVFEOHV83/Cecilia%2B2019.jpg Giving Thanks - sister cecilia jacko “I have much to be thankful for. We have a place to worship, family, friends and food.” https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/savvy-shopper daily 0.75 2020-12-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607109721273-OH0VLS8QJ8EKTVQ0LZUK/2b1fa25f19843deb02097c5541fc0131.jpg The Savvy Shopper Although this vintage photo is of a Loblaw’s store in Youngstown, Ohio, it is reminiscent of the one the Celaschi Family shopped at in Chaleroi, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607109842407-MT52XTN14MHYGK285QUD/IMG_1342%2B%25282%2529.jpg The Savvy Shopper Sister Nancy Celaschi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607111886489-5Q493V9QCL41N2LSVIXG/Our+Merriest+Memories.png The Savvy Shopper https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607109605814-G7ON70WK1YXGNRYAAHYG/0_0_5094_7388.jpg The Savvy Shopper This ad from the early 1960s shows some of the wonderful items for which Loblaw’s coveted P-C’s could be redeemed. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-gift-of-giving daily 0.75 2020-12-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607715335885-OXIEQZKX7V0ZQVCKNDID/32378490_1726815097376108_2458896427959451648_o.jpg The Gift of Giving Sister Frances Marie Duncan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607111886489-5Q493V9QCL41N2LSVIXG/Our+Merriest+Memories.png The Gift of Giving https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607716310333-AJ7587NGTGGFGZ9HU0GL/B3-FT751_GIFTGI_SOC_20191224130229.jpg The Gift of Giving https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607716621095-9JXEBT105DCWFGJ8947T/Franny%2BNovice%2BAugust%2B1968.jpg The Gift of Giving A young Sister Frances Marie loved sharing spiritual songs of the season with her students. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/christmas-in-india daily 0.75 2020-12-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608052711550-WCVRAWFD26VXNB6WQH9S/Christmas%2Bin%2BIndia%2B1.jpg Celebrating Christmas a World Away Sisters Georgette and Marguerite join Sisters Rose, Rily, Jessy, Treesa and Jaya around the “American” Christmas tree that the young Indian Sisters insisted their American counterparts have while spending the holidays in India. “What fun it was to go with Sisters Jessy and Rose to buy this tree!” says Sister Georgette. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608052769041-Q6HQ231BOU8CADF2AXYR/Christmas%2Bin%2BIndia%2B2.jpg Celebrating Christmas a World Away Sister Marguerite can be seen in the foreground of this photo taken on Christmas Eve after the Sisters had processed by candlelight to the darkened dining room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608051742051-P6VFCGR5681R3UNMTVN1/IMG_6177.jpg Celebrating Christmas a World Away Sister Georgette Dublino https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608051678486-ICTP9DMSNE9EDNRSYB12/104173542_3068426776548260_9026827620036655620_n.jpg Celebrating Christmas a World Away Sister Marguerite Stewart https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607111886489-5Q493V9QCL41N2LSVIXG/Our+Merriest+Memories.png Celebrating Christmas a World Away https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608051417119-F1Y5ZPIH9S6J070I5Z3L/Christmas%2Bin%2BIndia%2B3.jpg Celebrating Christmas a World Away A small Nativity Scene adorns a homemade monstrance crafted by the Indian Sisters and placed in their Christmas tree., which is actually a branch taken from a real tree. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/our-christmas-tree-tradition daily 0.75 2020-12-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608309191786-AS1UXVZODP73XWLU6JW0/Kuzmas.jpg Our Christmas Tree Tradition This photo is the first taken of the entire Kuzma family together with all 11 children, including Sister Roselyn (lower right) and the late Sister Anna Mae (in habit). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608310305792-GGA4U65LAGKXO01REIN2/Tree.png Our Christmas Tree Tradition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1607111886489-5Q493V9QCL41N2LSVIXG/Our+Merriest+Memories.png Our Christmas Tree Tradition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608311174068-0HTRKTZZW0NVNWGEB8LJ/St.+Nicholas+%281%29.jpg Our Christmas Tree Tradition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608309998381-SMCPGHCU7FRK77CAVCHO/IMG_2959%2B%25282%2529.jpg Our Christmas Tree Tradition Sister Roselyn Kuzma https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-carolyn-mitrichka daily 0.75 2020-12-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608587016024-H80JYS4F7SHVS02H4YLL/Carolyn%2B2008.jpg Sister Carolyn Mitrichka https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608587103983-8PGU3KEZMNP6MF3UUSEJ/Carolyn%2BHigh%2BSchool.jpg Sister Carolyn Mitrichka https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608587182006-NDIU9DOIKXSKD58WNFJX/Carolyn%2B%25283%2529.jpg Sister Carolyn Mitrichka https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608587283781-YO4381R15PAO4TX5A292/Carolyn%2BGroup%2BRome.jpg Sister Carolyn Mitrichka https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/our-greatest-gifts daily 0.75 2021-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608701782377-251GAHF23KADBGXRQR8R/20201217_101911%2B%25281%2529.jpg Our Greatest Gifts Sister Roselyn’s baby sister, Marilyn, proudly shows off her beloved dolls in 1955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1608698954473-GO34AZYADRWEVAORKLSC/IMG_2959.jpg Our Greatest Gifts 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1611674425212-P573NU9J8A4913TIQJ2M/IMG_9302.jpg Stamp Ministry Sister Irene Novak (left) gets help from Sister Anne Kutch, volunteer Kathy McGorry-Lowe and Sister Marietta Bankos in lovingly preparing a batch of stamps for shipment off to the Sisters of the Holy Cross, where they are sold to collectors and brokers and the profits used to benefit the poor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1610052142251-R9PO5GDKPSDT96VTFOLG/IMG_8434.jpg Stamp Ministry Sister Karen Buco explores a donation of collectible stamps dropped off at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh by Greg Stewart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1611674544325-EQB5PV6S3V6MAMVVK4D5/IMG_9307.jpg Stamp Ministry Sister Irene displays her beloved Vatican stamp album. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1610052072483-H89SIG5LXV0UKBT0ZTHD/Stamp.png Stamp Ministry Sister Irene takes particular delight in the depiction of British author G.K. Chesterton on this stamp from the Czech Republic. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/common-ground daily 0.75 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1610743305295-RY7ZK8DL345DG1Z5CLTW/Francesca%2B%2526%2BPope%2BJohn%2BPaul%2BII.jpg Common Ground Sister Francesca Parana greets Pope John Paul II — now a saint — organizer of the first World Day of Prayer for Peace in 1986. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1610743519625-K8FJI52TGX1YRQTDS23F/IMG_0019.CR2.jpg Common Ground Sisters Anita Kuchera and Barbara DeStefano collaborate with Mother Laura Howell, an Episcopal minister, on a 2019 interfaith service hosted by St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spring-raffle-2022 daily 0.75 2025-01-30 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/precious-commodity daily 0.75 2021-02-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612550722612-7PSLALDRO157TS8PJOGY/IMG_9267.JPG Precious Commodity Sisters Gracy Kundukulam and Georgette Dublino, who live together at San Damiano in Pittsburgh, escaped from their worries by building a snowman after a recent snowfall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612550450258-111LCKVWF0C5F8V2MKGS/136638055_4283987898294259_441466168682141737_o.jpg Precious Commodity Sister Nancy Celaschi brings a little humor and color to the situation with her unique face masks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612550946131-BQA3H4UFZOU9JGE4RSG9/IMG_2115.jpg Precious Commodity A hopeful Sister Francesca Parana receives her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612553001842-8NZ8VBSQFU0V3B5E2VO9/Screengrab.png Precious Commodity Meetings that would otherwise be held in person — like this January 30 gathering of our local ministers connecting Sisters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Texas and Rome — are now commonly conducted virtually by Zoom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612565089864-FYB1PHAKNTPE4BMA6690/Zooming.jpg Precious Commodity https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sleds-skates-san-antonio daily 0.75 2026-01-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612556278919-FHSOOR4TX2AWCQMFLHG0/Snow+Stories.png Snow, Sleds, Shovels & Skating in San Antonio https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612556217451-YL5BJEJY18HJDJQ43PR5/Ice%2BSkating%2Bin%2BTexas.jpg Snow, Sleds, Shovels & Skating in San Antonio Following an historic snowfall in San Antonio, Texas, in 1985, Sisters Jean Kasko and Rosalia Giba ice skate on the frozen-over breezeway that connected our former St. Francis Academy to the adjoining convent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612557550633-OAC78BCY1RYZKP2K0RO3/Barnesboro+Snow+Mound+1978.jpg Snow, Sleds, Shovels & Skating in San Antonio After 14 inches of snow fell on San Antonio in 1985, Sister Rosie was in awe at the mountain of plowed snow visible for nearly a month from her classroom at Holy Name School, where she served as principal from 1981 to 1987. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612557784382-804I8160N6JPS2XM7XYK/Barnesboro+Snow+1978.jpg Snow, Sleds, Shovels & Skating in San Antonio A courageous Sister Rosie shovels snow off the convent porch roof in Barnesboro, Pa., following the February 1978 blizzard that pummeled the northeast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1612558058489-NWW3M295SH44IG5CJRZP/Rosie%27s+Classroom.jpg Snow, Sleds, Shovels & Skating in San Antonio Further proof that she’s always been a fan of snow, this photo from the late 1950s shows penguins and igloos adorning Sister Rosie’s first grade classroom at SS. Cyril & Methodius School in Boonton, N.J. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sacrifice daily 0.75 2021-02-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1613521464707-F0OOVRPNIKS45UAGZ2R1/Crown.png Stories of Sacrifice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1613521486893-1Z3EG1QK5CPOUQMIWA67/Stories+of+Sacrifice.png Stories of Sacrifice https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/feeding-the-hungry daily 0.75 2021-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614373784491-R9KS4W6AHVO60YLNMSP9/Love%2BBaskets.jpg Feeding the Hungry Sister Jo Goolish welcomes donations from Ed Marotta, brother of Sister Hilda Marotta, to build “Love Baskets,” special packages of food and toiletries for needy families in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614378875410-NVF203SPF035JPVYQNKP/Shelf.png Feeding the Hungry https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614377797887-CLHNP7E8QEP3P313ZKGA/food.png Feeding the Hungry https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/pioneer-sisters daily 0.75 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981212006-387G5AO0S01U2ZODES60/Pioneers+in+Frame.png Pioneer Sisters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981468229-Q102VW1LDVNEMB968RP4/PioneerSisters.jpg Pioneer Sisters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981647558-R1997HGU0090LUSPDE2F/PioneerSisters.jpg Pioneer Sisters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981692480-0ZBWBSOEPVN99ZVB92W1/PioneerSisters.jpg Pioneer Sisters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981841138-6BWR0EJ0OXUR8VTMGEYZ/PioneerSisters.jpg Pioneer Sisters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981773309-WQQSHERBHZ654TD1ZTNC/PioneerSisters.jpg Pioneer Sisters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614981953135-AKQGK43R0JZ8MXV1VZXC/PioneerSisters.jpg Pioneer Sisters https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-and-now daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e2f9aeaf-9d56-468e-ba0e-9635b6c6733a/SFA+Keepsakes+BW.jpg Then & Now - A Safe Space Donna Henriques Ellis honors the SFA teachers who may have saved her life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616447678572-PNVN0LKXSAIJXE9IDI05/Sister%252BXavier%252BYearbook.jpg Then & Now - A Soft-Spoken Voice Still Echoes Jeanne Madej pays tribute to Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616447934751-4TDDKRCWO0122PL8WO5M/Rosaria%2BOlder%2BPhoto.jpg Then & Now - Extending a Critical Lifeline Kathy Thurlow pays tribute to Sister Rosaria Shina https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616448381071-SK5TOVAGGGADN3TZW59U/Jo%2B1972.jpg Then & Now - Unforgettable Life Lessons Kathleen Helfrich-Miller recalls moments that resonate even today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616447152489-KPDGQ3LHMMO7OODP7Y5Y/Elaine%2B1975.jpg Then & Now - Setting a Fine Example Annette Giovanazzi pays tribute to Sister Elaine Hromulak https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616448047040-9QFKQSRK317MDPDQS0YQ/Carol%2BAnn%2BYoung%2B1.jpg Then & Now - Laughter That Lasts a Lifetime Maribeth Mooney pays tribute to Sister Carol Ann Papp https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616699048591-KPKGB75QODKKLBZ3T8QK/Regina%2BYoung.jpg Then & Now - Women of Strength & Influence Judy Colt pays tribute to teachers and friends from her days at SFA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617735709437-V4Y3KVS5WS35KQMZH14A/stannes.jpg Then & Now - An Ode to St. Ann’s Annette Thompson remembers the 1950s at St. Ann’s School in Farrell, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616447307510-Q60CLS5XAR0HUV1PVXK3/Jude%2B1966.jpg Then & Now - An Eye-Opening Influence Lorraine Vogel Darr pays tribute to former Sister Jude Dolinich https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616448167214-OVI4KQ951H4Y0LKZU6BC/Pat%2BMarie%2B1966.jpg Then & Now - The ‘Type’ of Teacher She Needed Mary Ann Petkervich pays tribute to Sister Pat Marie Buranosky https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616717678114-66AT8DWGTCYE12YO3T52/School%2BPlay.jpg Then & Now - Before the Parade Passes By Barbara Garner credits chapters of colorful life to her SFA teachers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617735824936-YAOW512IIJNH87UC8SGH/Florence%2BBraszo%2B1954.jpg Then & Now - ‘Baskets’ of Fond Memories Florence Braszo remembers St. Mark’s & Mount Assisi Academy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616447557904-EG8E3GNNIT9SR8JXBITT/90679086_268238124179089_6064918546972934144_n.jpg Then & Now - An ‘Angel’ Among Them A pair of SFA Skylarks pay tribute to Sister Denise Olshausky https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616447806869-JQ9505QJD20RJ8Z5BM4T/Sister%2BTherese%2B1968.jpg Then & Now - Her Home Away From Home Patty Ryan pays tribute to a trio of former teachers at Mount Assisi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616448552093-YIJYKNFFM5OJUH1LUTXH/Fran%252BDice%252BValevictorian%252B1966.jpg Then & Now - Opening Paths to a Wider World Frances Kralosky Dice recalls a trio of inspirational teachers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619636923908-G2XR4SXJPYMNRMJEDX5E/Elaine+Juhascik+Oliver+1966.jpg Then & Now - The Most Important Lesson Elaine Juhascik Oliver shares the spiritual inspiration at St. Gabe’s https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-annette-giovanazzi daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568454550-L1AE7YF9P4GY2VUM53HD/Senior%2BClass%2BOfficers%2B1975.jpg Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi The 1975 Mount Assisi Academy class officers included Annette Giovanazzi (center), Georgeann Krummenacker, Betty McCarthy, Trina Litterini and Dora Drobniewski. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568927118-RAYGAPMWFQSQ769ZJKTR/Elaine%2B1975.jpg Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi Sister Elaine in 1975 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f81b3d5a-95a5-420c-b6e4-17df167975c7/Sister+Elaine+Hromulak.png Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi Sister Elaine today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615569238130-PWKML9EQBWFXDGD5YV07/English%2BClass%2B1975.jpg Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi Students hard at work in one of Sister Elaine’s English classes in 1975. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568958207-YGBHQONRWOBQRDEGNXCE/Annette%2BGiovanazzi%2B1975.jpg Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi Annette in 1975 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29455f7f-8809-4731-9916-07f057991521/Annette+2022.jpg Then & Now: Annette Giovanazzi Annette today https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-jeanne-madej daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Jeanne Madej https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615569861660-34OVHSP55COHLDQY47JO/027.jpg Then & Now: Jeanne Madej Sister Mary Xavier speaks softly today as our community’s Provincial Vicar and in looking after our older Sisters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615570600061-8YTSQ57HG0COALPJFGDO/Jeanne+Madej+1987.png Then & Now: Jeanne Madej Jeanne in 1987 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615570083318-PAGGCIN76JOHADKIRSM7/Jeanne+Madej-Cheerleader.jpg Then & Now: Jeanne Madej Jeanne as an SFA cheerleader https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615571166155-AWJBMJ84IL0EZC4OASAD/SFA%2B1.jpg Then & Now: Jeanne Madej Sister Mary Xavier remains quiet among the chaos of an SFA day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615570237499-4DD7ZQ4TYQF2L2LH46IZ/Sister%2BXavier%2BYearbook.jpg Then & Now: Jeanne Madej Sister Mary Xavier in her days as SFA principal https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/women-of-influence-sister-pat-marie daily 0.75 2021-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615582305733-XIKOW1GWOPK9DGW7MR0O/Pat+Marie%27s+Mom+%26+Family.jpg Women of Influence: Sister Pat Marie In this precious old family photo, Mary Golitko is shown above (seated, holding an infant) with her second husband, Stephen, and her eldest child, Mary (left). The infant is Petronella, Sister Pat Marie Buranosky’s mother. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615583874012-DFFOKRL1U7U20LHAPJ7M/Women+of+Influence.png Women of Influence: Sister Pat Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615583105917-5M274IDCTIK0CAQWVVMJ/Pat%2BMarie%2BBuranosky%2B2012%2BB.jpg Women of Influence: Sister Pat Marie Sister Pat Marie Buranosky https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-skylarks daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Skylarks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/91ce1108-b8b1-42e7-87f7-0f46b9acb424/Sister+Denise+Olshausky.png Then & Now: Skylarks Sister Denise Olshausky today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615496067178-FW5ABXDRCOYPW5ANKGPU/Anita%2BParazo%2B2.jpg Then & Now: Skylarks Anita Cavazos Parazo today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615495998543-BDI862LODOQMDTWQ5Y2P/Hortencia%2BZammaron.jpg Then & Now: Skylarks Hortencia Zammarron today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615495926149-70LN2MFNW76O2ZWJ115R/Hortencia%2BZammaron%2Bas%2BMarine.jpg Then & Now: Skylarks Hortencia during her Marine Corps days https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615495836031-Z1WGOW38YDDANPHWTVL1/90679086_268238124179089_6064918546972934144_n.jpg Then & Now: Skylarks Sister Denise during her teaching days at St. Francis Academy in San Antonio. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-patty-ryan daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Patty Ryan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615497797671-A0E2AQ2MSE8X3PYJZTCD/Sister%252BIrene%252BKosak%252B1966.jpg Then & Now: Patty Ryan Sister Irene Kosak reviews an assignment in 1968 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615497814067-Q6TQ1ONCHZXJ08NX45B8/Sister%252BMagdalene%252B1968.jpg Then & Now: Patty Ryan Sister Magdalene Lovrich as principal in 1968 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615500077374-P7GR9VABFRXA2U8ERP7G/Sister%2BTherese%2B1968.jpg Then & Now: Patty Ryan Sister Therese Sedlock teaches music in 1968 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615496723831-M4LEYKO3KMS6RX1UHX1N/Patty+Ryan+1968.jpg Then & Now: Patty Ryan Patty Ryan’s senior yearbook photo https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-therese-sedlock daily 0.75 2021-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616004484486-S4PW5WF45RB7FBY8QD2U/Sister%252BTherese%252B1968.jpg Sister Therese Sedlock https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616005675775-IN6OGMSZ07G9CRNHV1YS/Sister+Mary+Therese+Sedlock.jpg Sister Therese Sedlock https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-kathy-thurlow daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Kathy Thurlow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/60a7526c-bd0a-4b8a-b59a-c9dfae08e719/Kathy%2BThurlow%2B72.jpg Then & Now: Kathy Thurlow Mary Katharine Thurlow in 1972 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0cb343bb-861e-4c6f-9f02-2931253f774e/Rosaria%2BOlder%2BPhoto.jpg Then & Now: Kathy Thurlow Sister Rosaria in the 1980s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616017624767-BNE3KE6RX3J9H53K3EIC/Kathy%2BThurlow%2BToday.jpg Then & Now: Kathy Thurlow Kathy Thurlow today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1f37146b-d681-487f-b5a1-9e00d088bf9e/Sister+Rosaria+Shina.jpg Then & Now: Kathy Thurlow Sister Rosaria today https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-lorraine-darr daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Lorraine Darr https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616021791593-YH2R1KA6WXZVIPMS8TQ0/Lorraine%2BVogel%2B1966.jpg Then & Now: Lorraine Darr Lorraine in her 1966 Chimes yearbook photo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616024180868-M8YJIMOL734J9FZAP4YW/Jude%2B2017.jpg Then & Now: Lorraine Darr Martha Dolinich — formerly known as Sister Jude — attends the Mount Assisi Spring Festival in 2017 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616021842548-OZP69F0G1910LBUBJL8A/Jude+1966.jpg Then & Now: Lorraine Darr Sister Jude feeds the classroom fish in 1966 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-fran-dice daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Fran Dice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502088074-14REWY7OUXZ0YIHRSZYT/Francesca%252B1968.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice Sister Francesca Parana (above) in 1972 and celebrating her 90th birthday in 2020 (below). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502201723-1WRXIW8WKU8HCIFZVWBU/IMG_5514.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502694962-S014DBQZ8TUVSH9O6BO4/Sister%2BMagdalene%2B1968.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice Sister Magdalene as principal in 1966 (above) and marking her 70th jubilee in 2010 (below). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502331732-OZ03H321Q0L5RJ0YHKUK/Sister%2BM.%2BMagdalene%2BLovrich%2BOSF.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502468807-TCLD9JH07CRHZZHCEUVG/Bonaventure%2B1968.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice Sister Bonaventure teaching history in 1966 (above) and in her later years (below). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502384836-BWDAUVRYXYTMI59IT2B9/S%2B%2BAnna%2BCatherine.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502525215-YMQO9KUZC8JDO4JD17SI/Fran%2BDice%2B1966.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice Frances Kralosky Dice (above) as a senior in 1966 and today (below). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615502576777-O4OWL0TR05HV83DRM8YS/Fran%2BDice%2B3.jpg Then & Now: Fran Dice https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-maribeth-mooney daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Maribeth Mooney https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615499934406-3JTI0CT4JQD9JOYANX0I/Carol+Ann.jpg Then & Now: Maribeth Mooney Although she is now back in the classroom, Sister Carol Ann had to adapt to the online teaching routines made necessary by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615499468065-8JKNMODIRER01Z31M261/Maribeth%2BMooney.jpg Then & Now: Maribeth Mooney SFA grad Maribeth Mooney pays forward the laughter in her comedy shows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615499873279-8ZYZWYD9DF86MY919RK0/Carol%2BAnn%2BYoung%2B1.jpg Then & Now: Maribeth Mooney A young Sister Carol Ann https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616026595140-9Z4FSJCIBB14017AYGMB/Carol%2BAnn%2BPortrait%2B2.jpg Then & Now: Maribeth Mooney Sister Carol Ann today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615498720078-7JZH294XFSPTEZF8W51K/Maribeth%2BMooney.jpg Then & Now: Maribeth Mooney Maribeth Mooney in 1981 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-type-teacher-she-needed daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Mary Ann Petkervich https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615495410423-V0M9EOERJUINKQ7MMRI3/Pat%2BMarie%2BTyping%2BClass%2B1966.jpg Then & Now: Mary Ann Petkervich Sister Pat Marie Buranosky — then known as Sister Mark — teaches a typing class at Mount Assisi Academy in 1966. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/68c82793-ec2e-45ff-958b-b7cb3be637cd/Sister+Patricia+Marie+Buranosky.jpg Then & Now: Mary Ann Petkervich Sister Pat Marie today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615240229899-5U4Q13HQF5HINCXEX1Z7/Mary%2BAnn%2BMueser%2BPetkervich.jpg Then & Now: Mary Ann Petkervich Mary Ann in 1965 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615240499482-FZTF5NHHVI7XZSDWGN9A/Petkervich.jpg Then & Now: Mary Ann Petkervich Mary Ann and her son, George, in a recent vacation photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615495568537-3NPSC1Z0AI82ZPRDPJU3/Pat%2BMarie%2B1966.jpg Then & Now: Mary Ann Petkervich Sister Mark in the school library in 1966 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/food-insecurity-challenge daily 0.75 2021-03-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616171314995-0WKJKP1FP3WOFKLPE4RU/20210313_123624.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge With the help of volunteers, Sister M. Virginelle Makos sorts food donations in the garage at Monocacy Manor on March 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616172529979-1GAXBL9ERNRT1EXT9JGN/IMG_0213.JPG Food Insecurity Challenge Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney (left) accepts a donation check from Sister Frances Marie Duncan to help families served by Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616172311699-7ZOHH2NMQJ8SWYN3X8FX/20210313_123613.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Volunteers unload food donations at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., on March 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616173986650-YDH9NT8E5UK9Z2R5M1ZY/Catholic%2BWorker%2BHouse.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Sister Jo Goolish displays $1,000 bound for Catholic Worker House in San Antonio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616171892455-QBLWGK7UTTM4RH1Z5RFW/TX%2BFood%2B5.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Friend Janie Delgado helps to organize Love Baskets prepared for needy families in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616171490133-9MXRHCWG5X0EBA9TXKQL/20210313_094604.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Food donations take over the auditorium at St. Ignatius Loyola School in West Lawn, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616171652342-BRJROTZ93CUUUYNFWQQI/IMG_0207.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Sisters Marian Sgriccia and Frances Marie Duncan load up one of two vehicles headed from our Provincial Office to St. Sebastian Church just north of Pittsburgh on March 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616172474267-ED6I434J3NQ6I5G9EDGC/TX%2BFood%2B3.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Becky Martinez and Joey Castro — both of whom were taught by our Sisters at St. Joseph’s School in San Antonio, Texas — drop off fresh produce at St. Francis Convent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616171431035-U7O4SRICODCPLO487663/TX%2BFood%2B4.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Sister Yolanda Escamilla sorts through the bounty of food donations collected in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616172074341-PU3J43UZZVNYONNWI7PW/TX+Food+1.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Sister Jo Goolish dollies cases of macaroni and cheese during a food drop-off in San Antonio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616172941759-NS3MIBJ78TUJHEBDFR3W/Armadina.jpg Food Insecurity Challenge Armandina Garcia, lay Associate and 1965 SFA alum, stopped by St. Francis Convent with a donation for San Antonio Food Bank and to beautify the Love Baskets with decorative bows. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/aunt-evelyn daily 0.75 2021-03-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616182325028-V4K8PZS3AZEWF2U5T6F0/Franny+Communion+1.jpg Women of Influence: Sister Frances Marie Sister Frances Marie, shown wearing the dress Aunt Evelyn made for her First Communion in 1957, later carried on the family tradition by making Communion dresses for her own nieces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616182663777-6OL2JKIF7RUY0364TBME/Franny%2B%2526%2BAunt%2BEvelyn.jpg Women of Influence: Sister Frances Marie Aunt Evelyn and Sister Frances Marie try out a selfie in more recent years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616182606386-PR4S4VRE0LGI1SPACHTK/Aunt%2BEvelyn.jpg Women of Influence: Sister Frances Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615583874012-DFFOKRL1U7U20LHAPJ7M/Women+of+Influence.png Women of Influence: Sister Frances Marie https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/texas-freeze daily 0.75 2026-01-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616191745243-UOBMAWJBQ5WY1VRHBQK9/TX+Snow+5.jpg Texas Freeze Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla improvised, preparing coffee, cocoa and even toast and eggs by candlelight, as they endured the polar vortex that engulfed Texas in February 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616191896258-SVISM3FCFBN1NNTLPME2/TX%2BSnow%2B4.jpg Texas Freeze St. Francis endures the cold and snow in San Antonio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616192122879-EZDXMIX36PB7WDCAIDIE/TX+Snow+1.jpg Texas Freeze Sisters Yolanda and Jo make the most of rare winter weather in San Antonio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616192045016-UUKKRZB12PC53X5WSDL1/San%2BAngelo%2BSnow%2B1.jpg Texas Freeze A blustery view of Sister Adelina and Hilda’s backyard. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-kathleen-helfrichmiller daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616597595462-6EENNJMO2SQHMUO41LAK/Jo%252B1972.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Sister Jo Goolish in 1972 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616451846790-WFDTH3SOW4BHN0VNN669/Sister%252BClaire.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller The late Sister Claire Krzysiek https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616597619809-C0MUM68SXUTKR42FIYJJ/Magdalene%252B1970.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Sister Magdalene Lovrich in 1970 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616516546362-B3L2A6TIHFF0CIQIKVUJ/BarbaraAnnteacher.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Sister David Webster in the 1980s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616451226346-QBVFIV574RGMAY5J6FHG/Kathleen%2BHelfrich-Miller.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Kathleen in 1972 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c1d23a5b-13cf-49e1-83f6-f215f1527d21/Sister+Jo+Goolish.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Sister Jo Goolish today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616451246607-76X682M03496DKP9GY9C/Kathleen_Mller_2.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Kathleen today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4d60e9d5-2d04-46a8-9c17-dd866f8c03f9/Sister+Barbara+Ann+Webster.jpg Then & Now: Kathleen Helfrich-Miller Sister Barbara Ann Webster today https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-claire-krzysiek daily 0.75 2021-04-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616516221594-W1THFU7A0P2C9BWCCRUW/Sister%2BClaire.jpg Sister Claire Krzysiek https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617733148151-DJH5KLO45RGO23EISX9C/gloria-5.jpg Sister Claire Krzysiek As principal, Sister Claire hands out student awards at Mount Assisi Academy in the early 1970s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617733189567-TBY1M9CKC1PJYYFJNXPG/gloria8148-2.jpg Sister Claire Krzysiek Sister Claire on her reception day in 1953 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-judy-colt daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Judy Colt https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616695589611-L7C9Y4H9CHM0MSC9RERS/IMG_1348.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Judy and Sister Marietta Bankos, who remain friends today, posed for this photo in 2019. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616695274583-53YA75VODJT5IKDHPQ98/Regina%2BYoung.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt A young Sister Regina Ann Rokosny stretches dough for pasta and pierogies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616695356850-M2DZ5FM6QPGPFHYM5WBM/Marietta%2B%2526%2BJudy%2BColt%2527s%2BKids.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Sister Marietta visits with Judy’s son, Jamie, and niece, Elizabeth, more than 30 years ago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616695553961-5G079ZQE9GTNHX2BMILX/IMG_4493.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Always up for some fun, Sister Regina Ann spreads Christmas joy in this vintage photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616695059787-BM0NP027L60NT3WW7KKW/Judy%2BColt.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Judy in 1971 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616695505562-UZDFLM03LNSK4FJE7EZ6/Mariette-Young.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Sister Marietta in the 1970s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617303040275-LUQ81RIUB0C0K5DCJTR8/Marguerite%2B1971.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Sister Marguerite in 1971 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616698839851-9F6YZDV2DVU4ZX3MBQR2/P1000016.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Even today, Sister Regina Ann still exercises the green thumb that Judy remembers so well. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616698822038-J0H50RNKWZF3BXAB2O29/7018750ef464ef7a2f31c7d71a459162__united_states_pennsylvania_northampton_county_hanover_township_bethlehem_bridle_path_road_395_st_francis_center_for_renewalhtml.jpg Then & Now: Judy Colt Sister Marguerite provides spiritual direction to a patron of our former St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-day-that-jesus-dropped-by daily 0.75 2021-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616702153226-95TRD24SZ7EW8X7NK59W/jesus_heals_helps2.jpg The Day That Jesus Dropped By https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616703914131-9PB2PIVGCSI5FDNU7BQJ/Amata%2B%25282%2529.jpg The Day That Jesus Dropped By Sister M. Amata Shina, OSF https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616703964404-6I2OTUC0XILNUFQGGG4Q/Easter+Memories.png The Day That Jesus Dropped By https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616703658231-IFINS5Q7259NOM0X8CYC/Rosaria%2B%2526%2BAmata%2BChildren.jpg The Day That Jesus Dropped By Sisters Amata (right) and Rosaria Shina as children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616702239189-Y9D1WJXN6RKO37Y5TAPO/Easter%2BBasket.jpg The Day That Jesus Dropped By https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-barbara-garner daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Barbara Garner https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616713472781-Z7O59WTORDXJXOT5NVF2/Barb%25252BGarner%25252B2.jpg Then & Now: Barbara Garner During a pre-pandemic visit to Monocacy Manor, Barbara Nonnemaker Garner and her mom (left) check in with Sister Amata Shina. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616711422753-FA2C449OFFSS9A3LRCDK/School%2BPlay.jpg Then & Now: Barbara Garner Barb plays the lead in “Dolly” during her senior year at SFA. “It was the favorite role of my life,” she says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616711884202-SAYI5BN0KA2O5JM8OUID/Barb+Garner+3.jpg Then & Now: Barbara Garner Barbara reconnects with Sister Regina Ann Rokosny during a pre-pandemic visit to the old SFA campus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616711577976-1M7WAIQFOC3XJYY7MQW7/Barb%2BNonnemaker%2B78.jpg Then & Now: Barbara Garner Barb in 1978 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616713229193-ZSHN2VYJCSCWOXE2LAWW/Barb%252BGarner%252B1.jpg Then & Now: Barbara Garner https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616713244311-XXRV1LO3HFMO1S0STMHD/Barb%2BGarner%2B5.jpg Then & Now: Barbara Garner https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/women-of-influence-grandma-mary daily 0.75 2021-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616718372244-MB8VI3PP9H8W3BJO127U/Mary+Swart.jpg Women of Influence: Grandma Mary Sister Barbara Ann’s grandmother Mary (left) and Aunt Frances https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616718548304-Y8NHQOEPRX2TW8V66OYM/Barbara%2BAnn%2BWebster%2B2012%2BB.jpg Women of Influence: Grandma Mary Sister Barbara Ann https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615583874012-DFFOKRL1U7U20LHAPJ7M/Women+of+Influence.png Women of Influence: Grandma Mary https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-marcelline-goceljak daily 0.75 2021-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617643443657-2MQUKV7EVVYE550O7TFW/Marcelline%2B1971.jpg Sister Marcelline Goceljak https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-carolyn-ferrence daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Carolyn Ferrence https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617047985309-7FR9D0LYA8PQHUQ9Q91K/Senior%2BPOD%2BClass%2B1966.jpg Then & Now: Carolyn Ferrence Seniors in Sister Bonaventure’s 1965-1966 Problems of Democracy class study the stock report pages of the Wall Street Journal as part of the economics curriculum. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617048860048-CNEQQHDR7WII7ZJJSUQ5/Sister+Anna+Catherine+1964.jpg Then & Now: Carolyn Ferrence Sister Bonaventure in 1964 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617043653359-GVPJ6WZMNKT1AF1GMWYF/S.%2BAnna%2BCatherine.jpg Then & Now: Carolyn Ferrence Sister Anna Catherine in 2014 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617120938209-86A0C6FU98D7ZQFGDUCF/1509200_1402222610023757_1821579358_n.jpg Then & Now: Carolyn Ferrence Carolyn with her four grandchildrem https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617049156724-G4ONY1ERIERHQVLE2FTQ/Carolyn%2BStauffer%2B1966.jpg Then & Now: Carolyn Ferrence Carolyn in 1966 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/easter-memories daily 0.75 2021-03-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616702153226-95TRD24SZ7EW8X7NK59W/jesus_heals_helps2.jpg Easter Memories https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616703914131-9PB2PIVGCSI5FDNU7BQJ/Amata%2B%25282%2529.jpg Easter Memories Sister M. Amata Shina, OSF https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1616703964404-6I2OTUC0XILNUFQGGG4Q/Easter+Memories.png Easter Memories https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/easter-legends daily 0.75 2021-03-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617120591754-DH4ZAP028T3O72AZNVHN/1024px-IVANOV_YAV_HRISTA_MARI1.jpg Easter Legends Christ's Appearance to Mary Magdalene after the Resurrection by Russian painter Alexander Ivanov https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617120158717-XSRRCDA3LO1ZIX3HRTAU/044-cb_5.jpg Easter Legends https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617120055738-0PMFYMGZ8CKW9I4JMAT1/biserica-maria-magdalena-ierusalim-6.jpg Easter Legends A painting of Mary Magdalene presenting a red egg to Emperor Tiberius sets a stunning backdrop at Mary Magdalene Monastery in Jerusalem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617120145341-YX4L7F296QWUHZ56FZLJ/29b268c6f125362a44837e5be6c5c730.jpg Easter Legends https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-annunciata-youhas daily 0.75 2022-11-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ed54e754-3328-4c1f-9158-df6d415756c8/Annunciata+1965.jpg Sister Annunciata Youhas - Make it stand out Sister Annunciata teaching in 1965 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-florence-braszo daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Florence Braszo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617646823996-3L94MWHSVCR0N06XRRRD/MAA%2BBasketball%2B1954.jpg Then & Now: Florence Braszo The 1954 basketball team at Mount Assisi Academy included (seated) Pat McDermott, Grace Evans Morgan, Kathleen Berie Mussomele, Florence Braszo, Sister Geraldine Ann Kasper, Dolly Hredzak Klebanski, (standing) Mrs. Robinson (coach), Dolores Garvey McIntosh, Dorothy Buranosky, Betty Lou Berie Compana, Lucy Furguiele Smith and Nada Cindrich Spicer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617652045817-LKXXVG8NFRKL1ZRLBSG3/Genevieve%2BMary%2B1970s.jpg Then & Now: Florence Braszo Sister Genevieve Mary in the 1970s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617728985656-B2OJWWS1OG5GM3NDL8J9/1948%2BGroup-Amata%252C%2BAnna%2BMae%252C%2BEileen%2BBerdis%252C%2BMarietta%2BVransky%252C%2BMarcella%252C%2BCarolyn.jpg Then & Now: Florence Braszo Sister Marita Vrsansky in 1948 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617646865929-W4G33YE06903WKRGT5UU/Flo+Basketball.png Then & Now: Florence Braszo Flo was all business during the 1953-1954 basketball season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8f4ca248-7021-4985-98fe-e33f326a7a97/IMG_6369.jpg Then & Now: Florence Braszo Florence in 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617647177296-XUAHP2PXOEWUH9ZKLX30/Genevieve%2BMary%2B2015.jpg Then & Now: Florence Braszo Sister Genevieve Mary in 2015 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-annette-thompson daily 0.75 2026-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Annette Thompson https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617666471428-ZVNZ1J9ZUVN0S0MVZO1J/A-2-A.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Although this photo is damaged, it still holds many memories for Annette (center) of her First Communion at St. Ann’s in 1952. If you look very closely, you can see Sister Carolyn peeking out of the school window. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617667266735-61Q6OY0ECTD0HW3CVP6P/stannes.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Annette (front left) and her eighth-grade classmates celebrate their graduation from St. Ann’s School in June 1957. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617669269862-YVQLGFVIJOO59HEFDDEV/19988772_10155528044297459_1967664873_n4.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Annette today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617731824886-EWEYYQHOQ82Z8AF46URN/1948%2BGroup-Amata%252C%2BAnna%2BMae%252C%2BEileen%2BBerdis%252C%2BMarietta%2BVransky%252C%2BMarcella%252C%2BCarolyn.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Sister Carolyn in 1948 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617662264624-163DJESPOXZAB2EH5GGY/JubileeNuns%2B010.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Annette visits with her beloved teacher, Sister Carolyn Mitrichka, in Bethlehem, Pa., in 2018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617662694609-881DU1Q4PTD6TBIZ00OI/Glory%2Band%2BAnnette.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Annette (left) and her big sister, Sister Claire Krzysiek, in 1958. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617732296161-7TKNO28PS7XY34YS3R7M/francesca.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson A young Sister Francesca Parana stands outside of the former St. Ann’s Convent in Farrell, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617732827094-6QALHAIE26BRL8N0K5QQ/IMG_2967.jpg Then & Now: Annette Thompson Sister Francesca in 2016 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-geraldine-pavlik daily 0.75 2021-04-06 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/labors-of-love daily 0.75 2021-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988958257-QE5W7R7FKDNCA4QOBJR6/IMG_6454.jpg Labors of Love This stunning statue of the entombed Jesus was the focal point of private prayer on Good Friday at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617987771624-VAEWG4BNUT0M2DZIHAHH/IMG_0021.jpg Labors of Love Sister Carol Ann Papp (left) and her great-niece, Ceili, add details to a hand-painted altar hanging. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988246875-DYKWEBXV3HZORQCZ9XXC/IMG_6455.jpg Labors of Love Sister Gracy Kundukulam arranges flowers at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617999664725-SRPWQEZ4R7HJN1ZYWDN6/Bunnies.jpg Labors of Love After a dozen stuffed bunnies were donated to St. Francis Convent in San Antonio, Texas, Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla passed on the Easter joy to some very happy children in the area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617999606934-P697C87B8ORSIII4QF8P/IMG_6463.jpg Labors of Love Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney counts out candles for the candlelight Easter Eve vigil at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988459572-XMZ62C6EGRROFR137QK2/IMG_0817.jpg Labors of Love At Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., flowers and a statue of the Risen Christ enhance the beauty of the Paschal Candle, the most important symbol of Easter. The candle is lit for 50 days and again at every Baptism and funeral. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988134884-T721WZNZ3THKOOTETDCP/IMG_6466.jpg Labors of Love Statues, flowers and scripture greet worshippers at the entrance to Our Lady of the Angels Chapel at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988821744-WSYZTIXG7YEVN44CASSV/IMG_0023.jpg Labors of Love The custom antependium designed by Sister Carol Ann’s niece in place on the altar at The Catholic Community of Christ Our Light in Cherry Hill, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988651877-96K5IZ3TDBRSB85UPLUZ/IMG_6464.jpg Labors of Love Sisters Ancy Francis and Gracy Kundukulam envision the ideal altar arrangement at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988598699-2EHIS8CT39NZU2LDYX2O/IMG_0815.jpg Labors of Love Sister Barbara Brown gave special care to arranging this Holy Thursday altar for solemn prayer by our Sisters at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1617988722731-0DLEN49J866WXFFXIM6C/IMG_6468.JPG Labors of Love Flowers frame the Easter altar at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-ann-marie-sabol daily 0.75 2022-11-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cb588705-3963-4657-bc6b-0b62950e3b30/Sister+Ann+Marie+Sabol+-+Jubiliarn.jpg Sister Ann Marie Sabol - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-mary-louise-vrana daily 0.75 2021-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618254217392-9T40EHMFFRU5LWVCY8FP/Mary%2BLouise%2BVrana.jpg Sister Mary Louise Vrana https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618254433490-EV1EKNEDT075HU3QF5UM/S.Mary+Louise+Vrana.jpg Sister Mary Louise Vrana https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/boarder-runaways daily 0.75 2021-04-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618594285521-OJDYVBVVWVFHW5OLKEWT/1946+Baby+Boarders.jpg Boarder Runaways Mount Assisi Academy’s grade school “Baby Boarders” of 1946 included sixth-grader Shirley Dublino (front row, fifth from left), who grew up to become Sister Georgette. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618605046810-RIV3C5N213UZ5MZKLY60/Little+Flower+Clipping-web.jpg Boarder Runaways This century-old newspaper clipping documents the purchase of Little Flower House by our Sisters on November 20, 1920. To view larger, click on image. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618603713968-JPBA7O5ZRQX1PLIE1CE5/Little%2BFlower%2BHouse.jpg Boarder Runaways Little Flower House today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618602343154-7OYWHFRH0E5TO9G6M3DS/Remember+That+Time+Square.png Boarder Runaways https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618593804063-6FAWUV9ECYKTI49IOAFW/IMG_6177.jpg Boarder Runaways Sister Georgette today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618603368311-G0ZEYLUNVESWAGDO5S6Z/Moon+House+in+Bellevue+%282%29+%28Little+Flower+House%29.jpg Boarder Runaways This historical photograph shows Little Flower House before the Sisters purchased it from the Moon Family in 1920. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1618593665098-483F129HA89DXFC601TJ/Little+Flower+House+1946.jpg Boarder Runaways High school students stand before Little Flower House in the winter of 1946, never knowing that their younger counterparts were mischievous enough to sneak inside. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/earth-day daily 0.75 2021-04-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619021167974-MZI58RINWZSFYD6DEURO/The-beets-2014.jpg Earth Day A patron shows off a cluster of freshly-picked beets at our Monocacy Farm in Bethlehem, Pa. The ministry contributes both to the health of the environment and the health of those who enjoy its bounty. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619037005876-4XGLYFAQDLRJ62JD809E/Canticle-print.jpg Earth Day - Francis of Assisi’s Love for Creation Artwork by Sister Jo Goolish https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619028697936-KC0DUIVIN52PHW1GGU7E/IMG_5374.jpg Earth Day Sister Barbara Ann Webster artfully repurposes disposal items into decorations and crafts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619021001698-SAUXEVEW7KW2QLVX3ZVA/IMG_6488.JPG Earth Day With the right perspective, it’s easy to see that our lives are deeply enriched by our natural surroundings. Sister Roselyn Kuzma captured the roofline of the former Mount Assisi Convent peeking through the cherry blossom trees this spring at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619029311049-FRV3NKSDKN280X4015GI/regina1.jpg Earth Day In the shadow of St. Francis, Sister Regina Ann Rokosny tends to plants at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619027390880-XBQ0FTZCHYHYQ3B9TQA2/Plastics.png Earth Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619027402943-274G5GF00O0P38DW1BNZ/Faucet.png Earth Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619027427503-Q41RCXU6TFLGC9W1810Q/Paper.png Earth Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619037302139-TDXM4JS36ITHUGYCCOIL/Droplets.png Earth Day https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/volunteers daily 0.75 2021-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619192169664-KBJLDFRZPDWX6MYS4YLL/20191210_110025.jpg Volunteers Dedicated volunteers prepare one of many mailings for St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, Pa. Such efforts are only possible with their help. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619193100298-3FMH2887RDBIMPPHRIPR/1234.jpg Volunteers - Volunteering to Spread the Word In the early 1970s, I was helping to teach religious education in Texas. There were many high school girls in charge of the classes who had no training. Before I knew it, I began teaching them some techniques. This was the beginning of my new career as a catechist trainer. I went on to Pittsburgh and then Erie in Pennsylvania. I eventually started to teach the directors of religious education in all 13 counties of the Diocese of Erie. I’ve never counted, but I’ll bet I’ve taught more than a thousand catechists to spread the gospel to others. I am happy to say that many of those catechists went on to become directors and are still serving in church ministry. Our own Sister Hilda Marotta is one of them! There were others who are now priests, deacons or religious men and women. I know that Jesus is now known and loved in so many hearts today because of all the catechists in the world who volunteer week after week and year after year. May God bless and keep them for their dedication. — Sister Roselyn Kuzma https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619193271114-LNEFUW9MEKBNZBVCUZQR/IMG_3617.jpg Volunteers Shown here taking part in a prayer service, Tom Hempel is among a small team of volunteers who help with administrative functions at our Provincial Office in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619194193859-LI26R19N5EH5GUJ6YUQ5/IMG_0661.jpg Volunteers Our volunteers are so dedicated that they have been known to travel from out of state to help us. That includes Bob Stemnock and his niece, Kelly, who drove to Pittsburgh from the Cleveland area for many years to help at our annual Spring Festivals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619191232352-A85YG9IWXPXJAAR5GM4K/Virginelle%2BMakos%2B2012%2BB.jpg Volunteers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619191784083-BKFL4M07NB06VJ9YLAMY/gala%2B2.jpg Volunteers Sister Frances Marie Duncan (top) and M. Virginelle Makos (left) gratefully accept the help of Team Silk volunteer Carole Chuk in transforming gymnasium bleachers into an elegant backdrop for a gala fundraiser at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619190548990-ZRTK1FSWGB4N8249D02Z/gala.jpg Volunteers St. Francis Academy alum Nancy Hutt (right) helps Sister Marguerite Stewart to dress chairs in Mullen Hall for St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Star Struck Gala. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619190999875-CVZ4UXCFD6CWT2NAKNRW/IMG_9829.JPG Volunteers Sisters gather to bless the Christmas tree, this one in 2017, that is lovingly selected and erected at Monocacy Manor each year by volunteers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619191151910-YC6DR2USUJ6QJT29FUKQ/104173542_3068426776548260_9026827620036655620_n.jpg Volunteers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619192487118-T8V66WJIJFCB6BC3JO1K/istockphoto-825565514-612x612.jpg Volunteers - The Many Rewards of Volunteering For some young folks, Graduation Day is not a memory. When asked what school they graduated from, the reply “I didn't finish high school" still sends pangs of regret through their hearts. My greatest challenge and reward has been working with folks who need a GED (high school equivalency diploma). Getting through Algebra and Geometry is like climbing Mt. Vesuvius — for both teacher and student. Somehow, we do it, and the glow of accomplishment on the students’ faces is a picture you never forget. I do the whole thing — caps and gowns, Pomp and Circumstance, diplomas, party and photos. It's hard to tell who is happier, teacher or student. — Sister Barbara Ann Webster https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619193468597-P9WKLA3J48ANC0ZR5AYG/20191102_101617.jpg Volunteers Volunteers Carole Chuk and Mary LaBianco help out at a function in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619194389280-Q2BYXHAA4M7IZG8JHXDJ/IMG_1993.jpg Volunteers Alums and volunteers Mary Ann and Bernie Kovach baked for days to deliver homemade nut rolls that sold like hotcakes at our annual Spring Festivals in Pittsburgh. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spring-raffle-2021 daily 0.75 2025-01-30 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-elaine-oliver daily 0.75 2025-08-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Elaine Oliver https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619710717192-YS8UXIBZNOP5A0F8JJXD/1966+Chimes+Staff.jpg Then & Now: Elaine Oliver Although her most treasured memories of our Sisters are from her years at St. Gabriel School, Elaine also attended Mount Assisi Academy. Among other activities, she (seated at left) was part of the 1966 Chimes yearbook staff that also included Joan Reinhart, Joanne Besterci, Andrea Salamacha, Frances Kralosky Dice, Antoinette Spinale and Pat Massucci. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619626266941-8BXYVX6U5LJSVEMRQ43S/Anita+%26+Margaret+Elaine.jpg Then & Now: Elaine Oliver Sister Anita circa 1950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/38ef32d6-3458-43ef-b5b2-a18925bfb84e/Sister+Anita+Kuchera.jpg Then & Now: Elaine Oliver Sister Anita today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619636394399-N6ITUEA3ADMU924IW711/Elaine+Juhascik+Oliver+1966.jpg Then & Now: Elaine Oliver Elaine in 1966 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1619709432854-AZFHM2H43NBZUJRQLDPG/Elaine+Oliver.jpg Then & Now: Elaine Oliver Elaine today https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-story-goes-on daily 0.75 2023-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620223478742-ILSTLRLMFWZ0R0AZE3DX/AdobeStock_88419233.jpeg The Story Goes On https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0daca07a-58d7-4c28-abca-4c7c10093891/Sister+Anece+Salay.jpg The Story Goes On Sister Anece https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620223106913-MH5R5KD83YFRV615I3NB/637c852a71b29bce5d188cefc4f68b55.jpg The Story Goes On - O my people, hear my teaching; listen to the word of my mouth. I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter hidden things, things from of old — what we have heard and known, what our fathers have told us. We will not hide them from their children; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done. Psalm 78: 1-4 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/memories-of-mom daily 0.75 2023-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620235641922-B3NGVPZWLDVQBR6SHER3/Memories+of+Mom.png Memories of Mom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620242215041-T7E1Y40CQ1YJU3NPQGV5/Marie+Therese+%26+Mom.jpg Memories of Mom Sister Marie Therese Sherwood poses with her mother, Anne, in front of the Our Lady of Fatima statue at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. This photo was taken on August 31, 1958, on the day of Sister’s entrance into aspirancy with the School Sisters of St. Francis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620235799140-Z8IWXF3DJ7LE05ADMWYZ/Gibas+%282%29.jpg Memories of Mom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620235720208-GGJ7IUCAIDVMY0RQRN0Y/Roselyn%27s+Parents.png Memories of Mom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620242797493-LZJ1UQI4D5UKRSJW3EN9/Jo-Mother%27s+Hands.jpg Memories of Mom - My Mother’s Hands My mother’s hands were not physically beautiful to behold. But they baked berry, apple, and lemon meringue pies, five at a time. They used an old-fashioned washboard for countless wash days. Those hands held, soothed and caressed four kids at once. They prayed rosaries — three a day — until all the wooden beads were gone and only the chain was left. To me, my mother’s hands were precious and summed up who she was. Her hands revealed a woman with a lifetime lived out in loving service. Sometimes, I look at my own hands pondering, wondering before my God, what do they reveal? — Sister Jo Goolish https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/the-rites-of-may daily 0.75 2023-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621002562432-J19G26AZFJ46XKS9XVFH/1968+SFA-B+May+Procession+1.jpg The Rites of May - Make it stand out During the 1968 May procession at St. Francis Academy in Bethlehem, Pa., a young Sister Carol Ann Papp (center) served as an attendant to May Queen Mary Reisteter. It was customary for the student body to process outdoors to the Blessed Mother statue while singing Ave Maria. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621003003287-N562E38O1LVFTXI672MZ/IMG_0854.JPG The Rites of May - Make it stand out Some rituals carry on even today. Here, Sister Mary Martha Zammatore carefully places a crown atop the Blessed Mother in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel at Monocacy Manor in 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621005638487-F4ZDC5KBUAYD7TZT73XA/Rosie+May+Altar+1964+Hellertown.jpg The Rites of May - Make it stand out These snapshots memorialize May altars made by Sister Rosalia Giba and her students (above) in 1961 at St. Teresa School in Hellertown, Pa., and (below) in 1964 at SS. Cyril & Methodius School in Boonton, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621005619270-S1UHKE00K0MFUGQC7EG1/Rosie+May+Altar+1961.jpg The Rites of May - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621005773741-8O12UQ69PNYQJKWU0CR1/IMG_0493.jpg The Rites of May - Make it stand out Using items on hand and an old-school cutting technique, Sister Barbara Ann Webster put together this May altar in the Sisters’ community room at Mt. Assisi Place in 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621006944703-XTS347QAFNG8Q82R07KA/IMG_0473.jpg The Rites of May - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba resurrects the tissue cutting techniques that made the May altars she and her students made in the 1960s such impressive tributes to Mary. The foundation was usually made of boxes covered by bedsheets before tissue adornments were added. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2021-jubilee-spotlight-sister-marguerite-stewart daily 0.75 2021-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625669244099-KWJVN25BJS4YLX8W4EPL/70th.png 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1621351968316-S7P9YMMDQIUSLPZXRQ6Y/IMG_6562.JPG 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart Sister Marguerite Stewart checks emails in her office at St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622040388141-TE91HZXWJTS528CBHOT6/Outdoor+Class+Guitar+1970.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite moved her music class outdoors to the lawn of St. Francis Academy in 1971. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622040041402-XBYF19EKCCZ2FDXRUYQ9/Marguerite+%26+Young+Indian+Sisters+2.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite says she learned as much as she taught on her many visits with our younger Sisters in India. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622039732940-TTJLH0DC9468XTDNM3DE/Marguerite+at+3.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out A 3-year-old Ruth Stewart ready to take on the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622039757725-YF60BPLQ4WRIUGMCSH5N/Marguerite+Senior+Photo.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Teenage Ruth Stewart was active in many clubs and committees at St. Mary’s High School in Westfield, Mass., leading up to her 1949 graduation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041003006-IQWFP4KLT5C4BG2JKYM5/Marguerite+Violin.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out The violin is among the instruments that has served as an outlet for Sister Marguerite’s deep love of music. She also plays guitar and piano. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041231745-18Y5KXBB1W5R0AC7L9LM/Marguerite+on+Boat+in+India.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister enjoys a boat ride in India in the 1990s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622040605443-WZ8WJA1UFIFMC5HX4O7L/Marguerite+at+15.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Ruth Stewart at 15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041558324-BXTW7QAB2BBQYV66LPYU/Marguerite+Reception+Invitation.png 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite still has among her papers this time-worn invitation her parents received to her reception ceremony in 1950. Click on this and any other image to view larger. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622040767212-G6BTTCUPSIA9ZQGQ2CAK/Marguerite+%26+Mom+Final+Vows.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite and her beloved mother, Sophie, celebrate her final vows in 1956. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041521000-GTFHVJJB2R62IBM57RWC/Marguerite+Leading+Retreat+2004.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite says that retreat work has been some of her most fulfilling. Here, she leads a 2004 program at St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041640224-CXZ5Z20PR6Y75TFWD1QS/Lunchroom+San+Antonio+May+1953.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite oversees an energetic Communion class at St. Joseph Catholic School in San Antonio, Texas, in 1953. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041740291-JEMIBVNN9VSBS647TX5N/10688435_794552727269021_3640009307143625257_o.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite entertains retreatants with her version of the snowman Olaf from the movie Frozen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041833493-QB505CO51A7SSB0GX46K/IMG_6697.JPG 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041855557-907UMKV01LS4TU530X7I/Marguerite+at+16.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Age 16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622041965735-USW7JA8Q82AKAAIPYARQ/Marguerite+Communion+Class.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite is shown front and center of her Communion class at St. Peter Church in Westfield, Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622040153488-LS6NOEC12C8JGKV7MOHE/SFA+Vespers+1971.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite leads Christmas Vespers at St. Francis Academy in 1970. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622040300164-JNSRSCBATROIGLJ4HSYD/Marguerite+August+1951.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marguerite Stewart - Make it stand out This photo was taken in August 1950 on the day that Sister Marguerite and the other members of her profession group made their first vows. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2021-jubilee-spotlight-sister-irene-novak daily 0.75 2021-06-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622054985705-9B7PQFUFAI7BRU1OIYO1/IMG_0619.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak Fun-loving Sisters Irene Novak (left) and Francine Garganta have been known to get a bit competitive during their afternoon exercise regimen — including this bean bag toss game — at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622125549769-ALVEUWTXZHGTG0LCKSBQ/Marguerite+Irene+Anita+%26+Familes+Final+Vows.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Irene Novak — along with Anita Kuchera and their families — celebrate their final vows at Mount Assisi Convent in 1956. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622127522422-5SPA9WFMAA9NHDVAMPK2/IMG_9305.JPG 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Sister Irene (left) has coordinated a stamp ministry for many years, with funds raised going to benefit the poor. She’s been assisted by volunteer helpers like Sisters Anne Kutch and Marietta Bankos and Kathy McGorry-Lowe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622124707070-WI4IYJU574CX1TYRYPEH/Little+Irene.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out A school-age Irene Novak shows off her smile https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622126260072-I6QZWBGYEXQJ7K47FKPU/Irene+Schoolbooks.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622124738734-2PV4Y8SXHL880ZLPSHTC/Irene+Aspirant.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Sister Irene as a teenage aspirant and student at Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622126319393-KFXFVAXHDMEBUHXGOW91/Irene+Young+Nun+1.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out A fresh-faced Sister Irene is ready to head off to her first teaching assignment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622125086407-K2EJSU5X0BSE7YFHIB4X/1948+May+Crowning+2.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Young Irene dressed for the 1948 May Crowning at Holy Trinity Church in Egypt, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622126170697-KE2GFQH4GQFQ8CP406DL/Irene+Aspirant+2.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out As a teenage aspirant https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622126409501-POV3CMXNQS7EV214M1BZ/Irene+Reception.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Making her reception into our community in August 1950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622124843923-W1OS10NA99ZW0X5A7TVL/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Sister Irene today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622124899622-QE37VHVYKKLU9NWWA2IJ/Irene+%26+Mom+Final+Vows.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Sister Irene and her mother, Susan, celebrate her final vows in 1956. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622125629659-2DGPV14Y8VUDQOCAEX6C/Irene+Librarian.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Sister Irene put her skills as a librarian to work in high schools, a college and even briefly at our international headquarters in Rome. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622127235684-QPACRGENW7NHCE9G8R0Q/Irene+%26+Priest+2.png 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Father Michael Ditsky, pastor of Sister Irene’s home parish in Egypt, Pa., attends her final profession of vows in 1956. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622125429353-P2PC4F1QTDKPQUG45FOV/Irene+Portrait+6.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Circa 1960s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622125409792-LJHAATYJZHJPZ3P7T8EF/Irene+Portrait+1.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Irene Novak - Make it stand out Circa 1980s https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2021-jubilee-spotlight-sister-marietta-bankos daily 0.75 2021-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624455730036-OCZPH6VG5EQ7JW12C48E/75th.png 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624306651386-821W9USNTM2EXW6PTEC4/Marietta+2013.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos Sister Marietta Bankos shares a smile during a community gathering in 2013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623178302172-RFPJADVD46WHS6D9A9GT/Marietta+Teaching+1964.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Sister Marietta assists St. Francis Academy students Diane Holenchik and Kathy Houlihan with a math assignment in 1964. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623177709620-0O87NGO8I7KLAZWCL73Y/Marietta+13.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Circa 1970 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623177855923-X17LZ3A821J8W2RP8GLY/Installation+General+Councilor+1982.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Sister Marietta was all smiles upon being installed as a general councilor in 1982. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623177954929-TWH2DS4ZI39KL9EJWXBS/Marietta+8.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Sister Marietta focuses on her many administrative duties in the late 1980s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622647740822-CZ2QWCZ1BEFCK2OAU1U1/Marietta+1964.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out 1964 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623178046643-EYT6QFQDBYR51IJARY4Q/Marietta+15.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out 1970s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623178190910-H5TBEEDBD0S93N6XUM50/Marietta+10.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out 1980s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1622647619175-HRR9QWC26QNZBTXHFKGS/Sister+Marietta+Bankos+2021.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Sister Marietta today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623177762761-MBPGQ9IAA52NSWKVJJTM/Marietta+1.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Sister Marietta celebrate her profession of final vows in 1951. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/jubilee-2021 daily 0.75 2021-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623184852380-I5VN1D3PS1NLI5POW83E/75th.png Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623184909817-L03S4T43BX3EAEN6R15L/70th.png Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180737209-ZX5NML8U877Z1GIZSSAY/Mareitta+18.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180120618-H2BOTDDQCLJEFXP4AKKP/IMG_6708.JPG Jubilee 2021 - Sister Marietta Bankos 75th Jubilee https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180847104-Y1WVWHNNJJCCKEUB3X4L/Irene+Portrait+5.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180171908-1PAM4D6QXDMSXF7SGYRE/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Sister Irene Novak 70th Jubilee https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623185053261-I7GYJF1OQMOT6GQDVQE0/70th.png Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623185062420-KKY21C2Z7VU058UN8I7E/70th.png Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1626182839189-AQLSR2TEZHAGL3NX7T0W/Rosaria+Headshot+3.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180218766-OA9MDXXIAUW49WDKRHFU/Sister+Rosaria+Shina+2021.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Sister Rosaria Shina 70th Jubilee https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623181145152-SYP2KHH18WOYOYOZQ5Q0/Marguerite+1968.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180189633-3RFOJK473IUK8ZDBIG1V/IMG_6700.JPG Jubilee 2021 - Sister Marguerite Stewart 70th Jubilee https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623185183390-05Q2VL2Q4QMYUQMHL04R/60th.png Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1626182950983-S6Z0X2780JXS2X9EJM6T/Lorita+Young+Nun+August+1966.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623180148245-6JWGFSVUFYYFIUGRHC7I/Sister+Lorita+Kristufek+2021.jpg Jubilee 2021 - Sister Lorita Kristufek 60th Jubilee https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2021-jubilee-spotlight-sister-rosaria-shina daily 0.75 2021-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625867992796-3PSPKT2UNPACAUS4JXSA/70th.png 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623189953647-F1M61S4XVO09Z8DAJQ1K/2.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina Sister Rosaria Shina (left) followed her older sisters — including Sister Amata Shina (right) — into religious life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625868150240-VMB27S1ZBDDFQLPL6PGB/Rosaria+Marguerite+Electa+Renew+Vows+1976.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sisters Rosaria, Marguerite Stewart and Electa Barlok renew their vows upon their 25th jubilee in 1976. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625868483010-PKE69VCLTZ6F80XBJQ8W/Rosaria+Francis+Blessing+1998.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sisters offer the Blessing of St. Francis upon Sister Rosaria after her election as provincial minister of the Bethlehem Province in 1998. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869494821-S932KWW2SVX96WC1PB20/Rosaria+Grad+Portrait.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out As a 1951 graduate of Mount Assisi Academy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869518372-CASKVGYZ97K4O1XZ5CA9/Rosaria+Headshot+1971.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out A 1971 SFA faculty photo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869447201-4OG1DR1MP2Z5RHH2B7PK/Sister+Rosaria+Shina+2021.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sister Rosaria today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623252108165-OU7XNMCEUGEDBPLQ9FBB/Rosaria+1970.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sister Rosaria outside St. Francis Academy in 1970. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1623190211573-TBSDF44HMK74T3ZZ5TFN/Rosaria+%26+Amata+Children.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out A school-age Josephine Shina shows off her smile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869343784-ZKMH2MPJTYQJXWSC4BGI/486779_511854415538855_901319958_n.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sisters Rosaria and Amata arrive at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Star Struck Gala in 2013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869794822-KRCZOORTSVT0B0S1R9UK/Rosaria+%26+Parents+Reception.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sister Rosaria with her parents after being received into the community in 1950. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869581205-GVWJ44XG2RWYGUXL4N4F/Rosaria+Headshot.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out A fresh-faced Sister Rosaria is ready to head off to her first ministry assignment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869273645-QESLXNRSQN0L4IUPLHCJ/Rosaria+%26+SFA+Students.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out As a teacher, novice director and formation director, Sister Rosaria interacts with the students of St. Francis Academy in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625868627569-OMEPRUPJFI659MAQ6W75/Rosaria+in+India+2+1993.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Sister Rosaria shops at a marketplace in India in the spring of 1993. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625869883450-SYA89MTLPB4V46I8LGX1/Rosaria+%26+Young+Maria.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Rosaria Shina - Make it stand out Both Sister Rosaria and Maria Derecola have served the Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, Pa. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/hospitality daily 0.75 2021-07-06 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2021-jubilee-spotlight-sister-lorita-kristufek daily 0.75 2021-07-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554836378-1MZW9A5PUC2WOK9GXY7A/60th.png 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554048410-T0WTIM8DFNE9IBKITD6T/IMG_6878.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek Sister Lorita Kristufek presents a concert of spirited music for Pentecost at Mt. Assisi Place in May 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625871302606-E4JN5BNZO42KU3CJ0BXD/2.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Aspirants and Ambridge natives Carol Kristufek (foreground) and Carol Vukovcan practice piano during their days as Mount Assisi Academy students. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554170681-R17NDXQ3TGML9MW1ET9T/Lorita+Little+Girl.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Young Carol Kristufek attended Divine Redeemer Catholic Grade School in Ambridge, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554241184-1UKKL4SRQP6OJRJ3AHMW/Lorita+Young+Teen.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Teenaged Carol studied at Mt. Gallitzen Academy in Baden, Pa., before transferring to Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1626097072862-KLM7K65AVEOJSPNWOEEC/Lorita+Young+Nun+August+1966.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out A young Sister Lorita outside her family home in 1967 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625871402186-SFCFQ12RHT346EBM6LES/Lorita+Novice.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Sister Lorita as an aspirant in 1960 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625871362504-Y7LIYIF6ZBIIZ31MNHWQ/Lorita+Communion.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Young Carol makes her First Communion at age 8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554353510-H1NEKIUZDGZS6ISHRRUE/Lorita+%26+Parents.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Baby Carol and her parents in 1945 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554940596-46JUMXM8V9D8N4KIP7GL/Parade+10.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Sister Lorita marches in a recent City of Pittsburgh St. Patrick’s Day Parade with other Sisters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554555396-JICCY46RWAGAMDK4YOQ0/Kristufek+Family.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Sister Lorita celebrates a special occasion with her parents, Anna and Stephen, and three younger brothers — Stephen Jr., Tom and Joe — in the 1960s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554579869-239609ND880HDYYASEOD/Lorita+on+Camel.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out An adeventurous Sister Lorita takes a camel ride in Greece during a family trip in the 1970s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1626097110921-NHTQ5Y0JXAW813900ZKL/Lorita+%26+Parents+Sept.+1973.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Sister is congratulated by her parents upon graduating from the University of Dayton in 1973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1624554497900-1M7CCHOB64YL8T6TYYVI/Sister+Lorita+Kristufek+2021.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Sister Lorita today https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1626096875001-ZGF7YAGB4BQPQMXTI36G/Lorita%2BFinal%2BProfession.jpg 2021 Jubilee Spotlight: Sister Lorita Kristufek - Make it stand out Sister Lorita (left) and members of her profession group make final vows in 1966. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/ministry-survey daily 0.75 2021-09-09 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/around-the-province daily 0.75 2021-07-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633118394522-VES5XLTBQJ0ZG9KRTCBJ/Grace%252527s%252BBirthday.jpg Around the Province Sister Georgette Dublino brings birthday wishes to Grace Chermack, a resident of Vincentian Home in Pittsburgh, in September. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633118346711-TEGRS5OUC1SC6XOQWQL2/Jeanne%2BMarie%2527s%2BFeastday.jpg Around the Province Sisters Anece Salay (left) and Denise Olshausky (right) share strawberry shortcake with Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica on her feastday in August. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625086524678-OL8T22S51XZMBPMCN97X/IMG_6629.jpg Around the Province Sisters Hilda Marotta, Marian Sgriccia and Gracy Kundukulam prepare snacks for the first session of thw 2021 Provincial Chapter at Martina Center in April. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085085785-WE6BJ2DGTOYGS5ZKF6GS/IMG_6557.JPG Around the Province Sister Donna Pusch, building manager at Monocacy Manor, and an electrical contractor discuss new security settings to the alarm system at St. Francis Center for Renewal on May 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085098803-E653H0SZTE5QUPY89W4Y/IMG_6553.JPG Around the Province Sisters Loretta Motko and Marie Bernadette Kelleher package homemade kiffles for sale at Monocacy Farm Project’s Spring on the Farm event in May. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625087457222-8WC2ONOF6W9SATT68UE2/IMG-2828.jpg Around the Province Sister Marguerite Stewart gets ready to cut her 90th birthday cake on June 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085303644-3B8G8QFFIHIC0FLBONHX/IMG_6955.JPG Around the Province Sister Cecilia Jacko checks out Sister Barbara Ann Webster’s crafts display during a June 18 Sisters-only presale of the Mid-Summer Madness indoor yard sale at Mt. Assisi Place. The sale was hosted by Nicole Buchlmayer to aide in the purchase of her late mother’s headstone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085371229-D92J10RO9PMD5YOCX8ML/IMG_6519.JPG Around the Province Sisters Georgette Dublino and Adelina Garcia share a smile outside Mt. Assisi Place on April 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085324753-RPGT1GE7HBOJ91VML5AT/IMG_6950.JPG Around the Province Sister Rosalia Giba browses the inventory at the Mid-Summer Madness yard sale at Mt. Assisi Place on June 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085360414-8ETEZKI4FJJN8GIHL3ID/IMG_0878.jpg Around the Province Sisters Anece Salay and Georgette Dublino catch up with conversation at Mt. Assisi Place on May 20. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085381880-PMYNG823PZ465G0L2CSQ/IMG-2840.jpg Around the Province Sisters Dorothy Bucko and Gracy Kundukulam cozy up at Monocacy Manor on June 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085319470-PMU9SILDHAEDN6KKC1D1/IMG_6946.JPG Around the Province Sisters Joyce Burkhart, Patricia Ann Mahoney and Cecilia Jacko shop for bargains at the Mid-Summer Madness Sisters-only presale on June 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085350548-1CDQVDPR1S3ULKTD0JSX/IMG_0828.jpg Around the Province Sister Rosalia Giba recently completed this shaped jigsaw puzzle of the Statue of Liberty, which stands more than three feet high. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085391380-XQY0C00JUMV8Q1ECZYA0/Nancy%27s+Suitcases.jpg Around the Province Googly-eyed luggage tags attached to shelf-top suitcases stare down at Sister Nancy Celaschi upon her return to the Generalate in April. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085437630-ZD58B4Q0TZIWZHPPIT7S/IMG_6900.JPG Around the Province Sisters Norberta Kralosky, Barbara Ann Webster and Joyce Burkhart create unique structures using toothpicks and gum drops during a party at Mt. Assisi Place on June 11. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085462883-ZZHJMC01GW4X7FCTG67F/IMG_6901.JPG Around the Province Sisters Karen Buco and Eve Blostic play a game during a party at Mt. Assisi Place on June 11. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085505019-J7BY2QQ9VRGA45MI9K7B/IMG_2219.jpg Around the Province Sister Marguerite Stewart gives a youngster a ride on her walker during the yard sale encore event at St. Francis Center for Renewal on June 26. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085512600-82I87FJV865KME3KF5ER/IMG_1048.JPG Around the Province A patron peruses the colorful bargains at the St. Francis Center for Renewal yard sale on June 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085308198-0HU6BMZDCBH07PIUJPQV/IMG_6943.JPG Around the Province Laurie Merwin, associate, helps Sister Joyce Burkhart shop for a cane upgrade at the Mid-Summer Madness yard sale at Mt. Assisi Place on June 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085562327-419117YM9LPOZ21ZTWKF/IMG_7019.jpg Around the Province Sister Marietta Bankos relaxes in her room at Villa Clare on June 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085603617-KKMT07Z23SU4NW9N38O8/IMG_6596.JPG Around the Province The chapter planning committee gathers during Session 1 of the 2021 Provincial Chapter in April at Martina Center. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085655797-IS68DA6JC0CTQXVZZLXF/IMG_0468.jpg Around the Province Sister Georgette Dublino leads weekly bible study with enthusiastic residents of Mt. Assisi Place on April 21. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085668001-BDO117HP90OQKNPPKQRX/IMG_0440.jpg Around the Province Sister Lois Jean DiFalco fills out her daily menu slip at Mt. Assisi Place on April 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085743138-3NBDKLD0W8GVLBPHV5GM/IMG_0362.JPG Around the Province Joanne Osborn, a 1973 graduate of Mount Assisi Academy, and Sister Roselyn Kuzma dig into some spring weeding at Mt. Assisi Place on March 30. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625598780317-4S3LQMOLZGQSPT7VC95W/IMG_6641.JPG Around the Province Sister Amata Shina reads the morning paper in the breakfast room at Monocacy Manor on May 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085761864-HODUR0I3I6J66FSSC8G6/IMG_1012.jpg Around the Province Sister Barbara Ann Webster has found another outlet for her creativity — the bulletin board outside the dining room at Mt. Assisi Place. Each design is made of repurposed household items, such as packing paper, bottle caps and plastic shopping bags. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625085812024-2NKIAK84JEXQTQFTWLRU/IMG_0894.jpg Around the Province Sisters Eve Blostic (foreground) and Francesca Parana (background) and other residents of Mt. Assisi Place sing along during Alive in the Spirit: A Concert of Praise at Pentecost on May 20. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625250521476-C0L7JL6BI6C9R66GOD0A/IMG_6577.jpg Around the Province Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock (foreground), Marie Therese Sherwood and other delegates to the 2021 Provincial Chapter wear face masks and remain six feet apart during Session 1 at the Martina Center in April. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625087179083-QV1OAK752R19FCSJAPKV/IMG_6644.JPG Around the Province A puzzle in progress in the corridor of Villa Clare calls out to passersby. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625087231917-BXDP1S06CTYXMC7P3J5D/IMG_6654.JPG Around the Province Sister Anne Kutch enjoys a sunny and warm day at Monocacy Manor on May 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625250340375-BBGTU662T4RUTIWVPK6T/MT+1.jpg Around the Province Sister Marie Therese Sherwood discusses the San Damiano Cross during a retreat she led for the Pastoral Council at the Catholic Community of St. Matthias on June 25. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625675156831-93QO8Z2KUEP005LVFI2Y/IMG_1087.jpg Around the Province Sisters Barbara DeStefano, Mary Martha Zammatore and Anita Kuchera slice watermelon on July 4 at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625250618459-WM2X8AFMDTWMIFAZ2IP2/IMG_6878.JPG Around the Province Sister Lorita Kristufek leads Alive in the Spirit: A Concert of Praise at Pentecost for residents of Mt. Assisi Place on May 20. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625251891315-OL3LITW54BGXD6VJANJB/IMG_1059.jpg Around the Province Students in Sister Maria Derecola’s second grade class at St. Matthias School in Somerset, N.J., show off their Star Wars-themed puppets on May 4. Fans of the science fiction franchise generally regard that date as May the Fourth Be With You day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625582493681-5IDAAEA3XIJNVWEXU3MI/IMG_6839+%284%29.JPG Around the Province Sister Carol Ann Papp celebrates the last day of school on May 28 with some of her eighth grade students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625595840861-WRKXYXSK5HVR1MZ9JUDN/IMG_1086.JPG Around the Province The Sisters at Monocacy Manor enjoyed a patriotic and refreshing fruit treat on July 4, made by Sister M. Virginelle Makos. The edible flag was especially meaningful for Sister Gracy Kundukulam, as she celebrated her first Independence Day as a U.S. citizen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625597811830-I845DFC5M5AV4X2WUNEU/IMG_1224.JPG Around the Province Sister Barbara Brown prepared this display near the ambo at Monocacy Manor to remind our Sisters there to pray for the success of the General Chapter happening in Rome this week. Each province and region is represented with a vigil light. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625597831432-RN9EZ84G6349QEPKVVSP/Planning+Committee+7.2.21.png Around the Province Sisters Frances Marie Duncan and Jeanne Marie Ulica participate in a July 2 planning committee meeting for the General Chapter in Rome. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/bodies-in-motion daily 0.75 2021-07-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625593610873-7D7ZV2LZZRPD2YAU7LJ5/IMG_0554.JPG Bodies in Motion Sister Irene takes aim and fires her bright yellow bean bag at the target. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625593521759-5D6Z5IX7CDEQ0RED7MDN/IMG_0703.JPG Bodies in Motion Sister Ann Marie waits with anticipation as Sister Marguerite tosses a bean bag. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625594275853-3EU3KCPBMBSY2XXAZJHY/IMG_0513.JPG Bodies in Motion - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite and Ann Marie see how long they can keep a balloon airborn in this game that sharpens their agility. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625594437738-J1DEQ32RQP7ZZ1LAMTH8/IMG_0610.JPG Bodies in Motion - Make it stand out Sister Irene tries her hand at directing a bean bag into the target across the room in the lounge at Villa Clare. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625594330828-N3REH5BLAN7L8QPFLPX0/IMG_6749.JPG Bodies in Motion - Make it stand out Sister Francine celebrates a perfect shot in the bean bag toss game. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625594706748-PU4VCZ73XZ7GYWNZ4OHI/IMG_0733.JPG Bodies in Motion Marge Roncoloato explains the objective of a beach ball basketball game to the Sisters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1625594687762-00KFLHTXVMG7REFMTLG5/IMG_0742.JPG Bodies in Motion The other Sisters watch closely as Sister Irene tosses toward the “hoop” — a laundry basket down the hall. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-dorothy-bucko daily 0.75 2021-08-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1628885472943-EM8X92HP1J11AG2LBPDL/Dorothy+Final+Vows.jpg Sister Dorothy Bucko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1628886019709-C2G7WAAS252JEXVSHCRQ/Marguerite%27s+Group+Reception.jpg Sister Dorothy Bucko - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1628886049944-PY217EKBLL7BAESV707M/Marguerite%27s+Group+Vows.jpg Sister Dorothy Bucko https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/growing-old-gracefully daily 0.75 2021-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1630617181343-K6J066QWF9I12OMTN9IO/pexels-marina-hinic-730795.jpg Growing Old Gracefully https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1630617041573-AYORFVXNUOQ11TNJNA9Q/Patricia+Herbst.jpg Growing Old Gracefully - Make it stand out Patricia Herbst https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/provincial-administration daily 0.75 2021-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631296946191-07GGKKF889QSHAVOI6AT/Sister+Marian.jpg Provincial Administration - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631296990287-7ZGQKNKVFC1K200L550S/Sister+Xavier.jpg Provincial Administration - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631297046824-D0UKGVFJ432UFKG5SKJM/Sister+Bonnie.jpg Provincial Administration - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631297160323-OPTD1P6Y95OYPN08Z80D/Sister+Pat.jpg Provincial Administration - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/jubilee-celebration-2021 daily 0.75 2021-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631298694426-7HI2GFTKAYUF6O14U9EF/IMG_2913.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sisters celebrating in Bethlehem on July 31 included (back row) Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica, Jo Goolish, Gracy Kundukulam, Lorita Kristufek, (front row) Marguerite Stewart, Irene Novak and Rosaria Shina. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631298742620-FY54N9KNVZPU5XQWYZWT/IMG_2936.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Clergy serving as celebrants gather before the Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631299038380-L1UZOXJBX2JX8BMLWRWS/IMG_2944.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sisters Lorita Kristufek and Gracy Kundukulam make their way into the chapel filled with masked Sisters and guests. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631299421133-BOS2VJP1YWF6GFPZU8LF/IMG_2983.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Barbara DeStefano reads scripture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631299317789-CIZQ4G89ERISR45FSHZB/IMG_3019.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Jo Goolish processes from the chapel after the Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631298945327-AAWOPZNUMJNIZJ2SNPI9/IMG_2939.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 As crossbearer, Sister Regina Ann Rokosny leads this year’s jubilarians into the chapel at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631305552810-CEULYK3ZLS5Z57XGPHP8/IMG_2940.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sisters Yolands Escamilla and Francine Garganta serve as candlebearers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631299522597-NGWWVPH3YTS0YEZIC7DU/IMG_2952.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood serves as cantor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300491701-Y2QQFXXIK33EK8769XS4/IMG_2965.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Gracy, Lorita, Jo and Jeanne Marie renew their vows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300525321-Q28S1SZ10ID5FTADFJQV/IMG_3013.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Brown, Marie Therese Sherwood, Mary Martha Zammatore and (not pictured) Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster provided spiritual music. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300948103-52GFP2X38QJ4NH91R4ZQ/IMG_3035.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Anne Kutch, Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster, Marie Bernadette Kelleher, Donna Pusch, Mary Martha Zammatore and Francine Garganta enjoy the dinner reception that followed the Jubilee Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300572205-EQ9T1IVKRHY3U5BI6CVU/IMG_3025.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica, Lorita Kristufek, Marian Sgriccia, Kathy Kudlac, Nancy Celaschi, Yolanda Escamilla, Hilda Marotta, Gracy Kundukulam and Jo Goolish wait for dinner to be served. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300997882-T91EA552HSPC1I5SDBXP/IMG_3048.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Jo, Jeanne Marie, Rosaria, Irene, Marguerite, Gracy and Lorita admire a special cake in their honor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300008871-T4UTV8ZW7IUUMHXP13RE/IMG_1481.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Gracy Kundukulam offers Communion to Sisters Georgette Dublino and Elaine Hromulak during her private Jubilee celebration on August 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300405362-AVQERIYZHR2HCYB2ON58/1628967136586.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 Guests and clergy gather at Little Flower House on August 14 for Sister Lorita’s private Jubilee celebration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300221172-8SIRMI47WEHO02R64S3H/1628967136583.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Musician and Mount Assisi Academy alum Patricia Moran plays during Sister Lorita’s private celebration at Little Flower House. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631299895171-IZUV7MIGD190JSPMPHBN/IMG_3043.JPG Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Marguerite Stewart awaits the cutting of the celebratory cake. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300346899-4TJZQQVJ010LZ4BUJQOI/1628967077725.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Lorita cuts a slice of cake for Patricia Moran. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300760521-Q096LFIADWT4XAYVFQF7/1628967136576.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Lorita is flanked by Fathers Richard Zelik, John Bachkay, James Gaston and Michael Polosky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631299951603-E8JQMQFP8N8NRA4KE79O/IMG_1456.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Gracy renews her vows before Father Donald Buchleitner and Sister Marian Sgriccia, provincial minister. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300054362-LXJBGTD7IR0F3IOH6V2C/IMG_1504.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 Sister Gracy (center) receives love and blessings from her San Damiano fraternity — (clockwise from lower left) Sisters Mary Lou Metro, Elaine Hromulak, Marian Sgriccia, Frances Marie Duncan and Georgette Dublino. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1631300790932-QB59PU8NYNB3NVXLM3RZ/IMG_1518.jpg Jubilee Celebration 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Elaine leads those gathered at San Damiano Convent in a blessing before dinner. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/walking-with-francis daily 0.75 2022-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633106380141-ED1VUEHSLWQHBN5UTJQO/AdobeStock_110310511.jpeg Walking with Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633106452942-ORIYHVBRSUFS7ZS0KBMA/Walking+with+Francis.png Walking with Francis - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633106625659-XFB3EEQF19VHDHPS5Z1U/513R6CM6AFL._SX338_BO1%2C204%2C203%2C200_.jpg Walking with Francis - Following Francis of Assisi: A Spirituality for Daily Living By Patti Normile https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633106744355-3NH4Z04PY1XTWXRW7Y7O/735156._UY630_SR1200%2C630_+%281%29.jpg Walking with Francis - The Threefold Way of Saint Francis By Murray Bado, OFM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633108529423-7VTCP0BSG0Y1TZ7JOVHK/Norberta+2017.jpg Walking with Francis - s. norberta kralosky “The more I reflect on St. Francis, the more I respect him and his way of life. He regarded the poor, especially lepers, as folks in need and let others see how God blessed people who are kind. What a good example he was for others.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633108459091-8KLY79K8DNRUB69UBLW0/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg Walking with Francis - s. irene novak “Since he peacefully and successfully rebelled against the trends of his time, I wonder what he would suggest to help us be sincere followers of Jesus, rather than honor popular trends.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633108660291-WJB3DU19MP9ZJKZRKRSR/IMG_4579.jpg Walking with Francis - s. francis marie duncan “I believe that I most fell in love with St. Francis because of his love of poverty. His outreach to those on the edge of society, like the leper, attracted me most to him. I always have had a special love in my heart for the poor, and I long for a simpler way of life.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633108580716-5AGTOJ7RB7X70ZQ4BS37/IMG_6641.JPG Walking with Francis - s. amata shina “As a Franciscan, I am called to live out our charism — living in intimate union with Christ in the midst of apostolic work. It is a continuous conversion. It is the work of a lifetime.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633116191032-2KJK5H7TTJ5DRU3IM6M9/IMG_6950.JPG Walking with Francis - s. rosalia giba “I became a School Sister of St. Francis because I witnessed the spirituality of Francis in the Sisters that taught me — gentleness, love of nature, kindness.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633116123348-ER7QPHU72K34YGHU4617/Barbara+Ann+Webster+2012+B.jpg Walking with Francis - s. barbara ann webster “In moments of decision, I’ll ask, ‘What would Francis do?’ I’ll put things in Francis’ hands and ask for guidance. In moments of joy and sorrow, Francis is my spiritual mentor.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633447817221-0Q61RSW1FF1ILDPR3UVN/Sister+Marian.jpg Walking with Francis - S. marian sgriccia “I admire St. Francis for his humility and for his willingness to serve others.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633115987369-FESJBG6RO882G5PKI7NV/IMG_6736.JPG Walking with Francis - s. bonnie marie kleinschuster “As God continually enlightened his heart and mind, Francis turned from rebuilding ruined churches to ‘Building with Living Stones.’ How many times did he ask the question, ‘Lord what do you want me to do?’” https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/aging-gracefully daily 0.75 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633561623129-N5KNS548GHBJPC538A7Q/IMG_0685.JPG Aging Gracefully - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart stays spry by exercising a few afternoons each week. When activities are also fun, such as this bean bag toss game, it doesn’t feel much like exercise at all. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633561761321-T4BTO0HH4B7HXWXAG7KH/IMG_6907.JPG Aging Gracefully - Make it stand out Sisters Norberta Kralosky, Barbara Ann Webster, Karen Buco and Joyce Burkhart used gumdrops and toothpicks to construct unique creations during a summertime gathering in 2021. The activity challenged both their hands and minds. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-time-of-discovery daily 0.75 2023-05-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1633564558836-KBM3CPCMKQVIEZNL5IKE/AdobeStock_271171335.jpeg A Time of Discovery - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e2d20303-786c-4963-8a46-70ee38a2eb1f/Sister+Anece+Salay.jpg A Time of Discovery - Make it stand out Sister Anece https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/everything-changes daily 0.75 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635269867703-ETHWX81MA16LBLJCMREJ/IMG_1259.JPG Everything Changes - Make it stand out Before her passing in 2022, Sister Amata Shina admired an ever-evolving chrysanthemum bush outside Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/answering-gods-call daily 0.75 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635372977041-2DB20LTPVGEJMNGRRX7R/Mother+Mildred+1950s.jpg Answering God's Call - M. MILDRED ZAREMBA Pittsburgh Province Served 1964-1970 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635370591026-FREL3RCS8XZBN9LNKOV2/Marcelline+1971.jpg Answering God's Call - S. MARCELLINE GOCELJAK Bethlehem Province Served 1983-1989 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635370732944-RFB2GA622813LF6PEKC8/Sister+Xavier.jpg Answering God's Call - S. MARY XAVIER BOMBERGER Bethlehem Province Served 2001-2011 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fc41cd7d-1389-4a49-8f14-46cf1acfb7fc/IMG_20240318_123219.jpg Answering God's Call - Make it stand out Sister France Marie Duncan officially opens the Sisters’ 2024 Extraordinary General Chapter in Rome in 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635370297762-BLY0H5D63XWZRGLFWDSQ/Franny+Novice+August+1968.jpg Answering God's Call - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie as a novice, photographed on the grounds of Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., in 1968 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635370207250-P1R3CIAMN185KSKMY99H/IMG-3332.JPG Answering God's Call - Make it stand out The emails that Sister Frances Marie composes in her office at the Generalate in Rome reach the inboxes of Sisters around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1635369467504-853N6CLUKVAJUSGNUGV3/General+Administration+2021-2026.jpg Answering God's Call - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie (center) is surrounded by general councilors who reflect the congregation’s international presence. The 2021-2026 leadership team includes (from left) Sister Regina Žuk-Olszewska of the Slovak Province, Sisters Aneska Novomestka of the Czech Province; Sister Pacifika Jusková of the Slovak Province, and Sister Jasmine Chemban of the India Province. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/carved-by-god daily 0.75 2021-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/42415ecd-573c-4cea-ad79-9e19887be7dc/AdobeStock_294903629.jpg Carved By God - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a916932d-2f2b-4dd8-bf60-442d7c492872/image0.jpg Carved By God - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Lou Metro and Georgette Dublino carve a pumpkin at San Damiano Convent in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/gathering-of-gratitude daily 0.75 2021-11-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3a474bc1-0b50-41fb-b4fa-a9fd573a3a11/IMG_7217.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER NORBERTA KRALOSKY “There is so much I am thankful for that it’s hard to know where to begin. I often think how lucky I am for being here at this point in my old age. Every day something else hurts, however, our very efficient nurses (at Mt. Assisi Place) always know what to do to take away the pain. Then there are good cooks who always have foods that I like and happy servers that bring it to my place at the table. What I like most is that there are many smiling faces I meet on the way to and from the dining room. Everyone seems so happy all the time. What more could I ask for in my old age? There are many other nice blessings about being here, but I thank God every day that I am well taken care of.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/738fbf0a-feae-42cd-af3f-fc8ead020007/IMG_6519.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER GEORGETTE DUBLINO “The unprecedented experience of the pandemic has shown me what I have taken for granted. Surely, there have been moments of unhappiness because of restrictions. But the gift of time has revealed what really is meaningful in my life as a woman religious — my Sisters; time to deepen my prayer; time to be present and helpful in my own Community; time to be mindful of Sisters near and far, especially on their special days; and time to share with my family and friends, especially the lonely and suffering. My life has become centered not on happiness, but on what has made my life more meaningful that was not so possible before all this came to be. How very blessed I have been!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b9be8b20-b547-4ca7-b614-5409b75d7509/IMG_0302.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER JEAN MAKOVSKY “I am working very hard each day to develop an attitude of gratitude I am so grateful for the gift of my family and their love. I am blessed with so many beautiful people God has put into my life. I also am grateful for our many special caregivers. Thank you for all your kindnesses to so many.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/78bdd738-99fc-49b1-8cc8-eb4ddb676f54/istockphoto-173205250-612x612.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ef8ce18c-1f1d-4ee6-a263-3ee46a509938/Thankful.png Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/93134e30-20a4-460d-87d5-8853ea384508/IMG_6698.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9d311ee4-9f54-4b41-a72b-7681ad729137/IMG_6703.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e5db2b14-445d-4a1b-8aae-f20f950e1f70/Martha.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Mary Martha Zammatore https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f6f3efab-2c6c-4e77-a6ba-04cb09df1a7f/Sister+Ann+Marie+Yenca.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Ann Marie Yenca https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8eb2fb5a-fcb0-4c15-877f-996fdf1cbf70/IMG_6688.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Barbara DeStefano https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1016ac19-e027-464e-a893-c60b611ab9f9/IMG_9569.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Marie Bernadette Kelleher https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3649c6df-c9f7-41ef-89e2-276f340a126d/IMG_2411.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Anita Kuchera https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/68c51c7c-959c-4273-bd78-120c0e04f204/Sr+Rosies+50th+102+%282%29.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Francine Garganta https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b880744a-5b94-48c7-8a9c-c74720dffc2c/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Irene Novak https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e9f34e2a-b1a8-4f82-9369-363a0c8614a9/IMG_6654.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Anne Kutch https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6c1f87bb-6869-46b4-a087-f80e2eb46b41/Sister+Marietta+Bankos+2021.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Marietta Bankos https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9e9f2722-29bb-4f8a-8bc6-84d81d08acd6/Sister+Rosaria+Shina+2021.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Rosaria Shina https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e5a1d5e7-088e-41e2-a94e-da315fd924e8/IMG_6641.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Amata Shina https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3822dd83-6a03-49f7-924b-bd6ab94cce94/Sister+Xavier.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/12005aa5-182c-42dc-b576-7560391c87d6/83-838539_thanksgiving-thankful-clipart-thanksgiving-blessings-clip-art.png Gathering of Gratitude - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a27f8fd3-e2c1-4cc5-a20d-133604c34d86/IMG_6519.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER ADELINA GARCIA “I am thankful for the gift of life. I have been so blessed by so many people and so many opportunities. I always say, ‘I am God's spoiled child.’” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bc568e6d-33d1-4782-88ae-758e2ec422d2/IMG_1055.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER GRACY KUNDUKULAM “I am thankful for almighty God, for His infinite love and for giving me the gift of vocation, my family and my Community.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aedb1d75-61cf-42ee-b4c9-229cf3deaf3c/IMG_1300.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER PAT MARIE BURANOSKY “With Francis, our brother, we give thanks and praise for Brother Sun, Sister Moon, Brothers Wind and Air, Sister Water, Brother Fire and our sister Mother Earth.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/274d78cc-9b23-4289-9c84-a793150e9d10/Sister+Teresa+Misyak.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER TERESA MISYAK “I am thankful for life, religious and civil liberty, faith, family and friends (including my provincial and congregational Sisters) and ministry.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8304f4e0-c869-432f-b932-2a16820a885b/IMG_6088.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER ROSELYN KUZMA “The other day my brother, Mike, asked all of my family what was the best part of our day. He and a number of my siblings answered, ‘Going to mass.’ After not having mass every day since March 19, 2020, I have to say that having mass now on Sunday through Friday is certainly the thing I thank God for everyday. I also thank God for the opportunity to be able to visit the Blessed Sacrament at any time in our chapel (at Mt. Assisi Place). I pray for all of you who prayed for us as we were quarantined. May God bless you and keep all of us healthy.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ab320709-ba16-4152-af11-fd35ad4bea70/IMG_1325.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER NANCY CELASCHI “Every time I am asked ‘What are you thankful for?’, I can start a list that would need at least a ream of paper ... or two. However, I always end up remembering one of my favorite prayers of St. Francis, one he really did say, and that is, ‘We thank you, Lord, for yourself.’ To me that is the heart of gratitude, and the heart of Giving Thanks.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a92e203-4d7f-4b2b-97ef-a2e297997002/IMG_0971.jpg Gathering of Gratitude - SISTER LORITA KRISTUFEK “I am deeply grateful to God for the gift of my life and the gift of God’s presence in the Eucharist. I feel privileged to be able to attend Mass daily and to receive the Eucharist, which gives me both Divine and physical Energy. God’s unconditional love is, foremost, my greatest gift. Likewise, I thank God for the gift of my vocation as a Franciscan religious woman for 60 years and for the gift of my Sisters in Community, my family and all of the good friends and people who have supported and cared for me during my 78 years of life. Alleluia! Praise God for being our God and creating our universe and all of creation for us to enjoy. May we all share in the glory of God here on Mother Earth and once again in the Heavenly Kingdom!” https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/beacon-of-light daily 0.75 2021-12-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e1e2a6aa-40d1-40aa-b903-c493279d4127/IMG_9059.jpg Beacon of Light - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f6794fc1-91ab-481b-ac11-873dfc606dcf/IMG_9044.jpg Beacon of Light - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b09376de-4be4-46fa-9dd0-ddbae5e92201/IMG_9055.jpg Beacon of Light - Make it stand out The creche outside Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh awaits the arrival of the Christ Child, while lighted decorations illuminate the hilltop, both indoors and out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32abfc43-713e-4ea3-8677-940e0198b0e3/IMG_9010.jpg Beacon of Light - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8bbc26f4-03e0-4942-a2d0-6c97ec5eaa57/IMG_9050.jpg Beacon of Light - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29e2606f-62f9-422e-9106-d336291818df/IMG_0041.jpg Beacon of Light - Make it stand out Sister Anece https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/walking-among-them daily 0.75 2021-12-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0f7776f9-882a-4e5d-b1de-b0149a19baa4/DC+Protest.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out In this photo from the late 1980s, Sister Barbara Ann Webster and co-workers from the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker Home advocate for more responsible use of funds for the homeless of Washington, D.C. “The young man on the end saw what we were doing and offered to help,” Sister recalls. “So we gave him a sign too!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/11cef910-831f-4804-903a-fa2a51f300a1/Jean+Makovsky+2012.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/18f9be6f-cde2-4785-abe7-5664338d965c/Sister+Teresa+Misyak.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/36db0992-c3ed-4efc-ac8b-c120196953b8/Anne+Kutch.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b3859f3d-4ebb-4684-bdc4-f537bf096316/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/01b9a605-08b4-490c-8140-b5b763efdbae/IMG_2959+%282%29.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/769b06e8-f717-4f84-86ac-a0b7ac18ac39/IMG_6641.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f0e1af58-03b6-4ec3-9df6-097c8effc19b/Sister+Xavier.jpg Walking Among Them - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/counting-blessings daily 0.75 2022-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f2901a99-3b63-452c-849f-d0c653c9c1f9/IMG_7107.JPG Counting Blessings - Make it stand out Sister Regina Ann in the smaller Portiuncula chapel at St. Francis Retreat House in Easton, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/24295e94-018a-46f9-b508-0c60ff334a45/IMG_7102.jpg Counting Blessings - Make it stand out Joy is part of the job for Sister Regina Ann. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1689e09c-6804-4498-b014-d360017a577a/IMG_7143.jpg Counting Blessings - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f59c54d1-8d70-474a-8649-8a8ca4d03819/Echoes+2021.jpg Counting Blessings - Make it stand out All of our Extending Our Hearts & Hands stories were featured in the Winter 2021-2022 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/graced-by-god daily 0.75 2022-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b7f5b0f7-c39e-4bda-84b6-42b927b28d55/FRC7.jpg Graced By God - Make it stand out Sisters Hilda Marotta and Adelina Garcia in the Franciscan Resource Center in San Angelo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c1e6b57b-c47c-499e-bf8d-8b6eb3b28b80/IMG_3688.jpg Graced By God - Make it stand out A recent event reunited Sisters Hilda and Adelina with their former colleagues, all retired diocesan directors from Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/879a615d-e6ea-4368-bfbd-31a9a3813535/262044092_1069749107141826_1206706325634259577_n.jpg Graced By God - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f59c54d1-8d70-474a-8649-8a8ca4d03819/Echoes+2021.jpg Graced By God - Make it stand out All of our Extending Our Hearts & Hands stories were featured in the Winter 2021-2022 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/unfinished-business daily 0.75 2022-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/578ce82a-2f72-4f96-a13d-c8f25e6f75e3/IMG_1057.jpg Unfinished Business - Make it stand out Sister Maria Derecola engages her second graders at St. Matthias Catholic School in Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d3e5ef55-6aed-4593-b4b9-b464bf9e82de/IMG_1058.jpg Unfinished Business - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f59c54d1-8d70-474a-8649-8a8ca4d03819/Echoes+2021.jpg Unfinished Business - Make it stand out All of our Extending Our Hearts & Hands stories were featured in the Winter 2021-2022 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/reward-without-risk daily 0.75 2022-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/032fa31c-ac5e-4acd-aef1-303833f55b93/Sr.+Kevin+%232.jpg Reward Without Risk - Make it stand out Sister Kevin Berdis trains clients (shown here and below) in housekeeping skills that will help them find success in the workforce. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/82fbf4b3-5cd6-4193-9ff6-81f89cf374ca/Sr.+Kevin+%233.jpg Reward Without Risk - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e0aaa690-1f4c-4260-9325-c12845b76f73/Sr.+Kevin.jpg Reward Without Risk - Make it stand out Sister Kevin was honored as an outstanding employee in 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f59c54d1-8d70-474a-8649-8a8ca4d03819/Echoes+2021.jpg Reward Without Risk - Make it stand out All of our Extending Our Hearts & Hands stories were featured in the Winter 2021-2022 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/lessons-to-live-by daily 0.75 2022-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/44cc9c5a-3df3-4186-bac3-9c766137159c/IMG_E7401.jpg Lessons to Live By - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann’s eighth-grade Religion class at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh reaches out to help the less fortunate with monthly service projects. Above, they show off fleece blankets they made to be sent to children who are homeless or living in shelters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/95becf48-b251-4ed4-a094-59c1d123128e/Carol+Ann+Reads+Seuss.jpg Lessons to Live By - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann reads to students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5c33db5c-f737-4636-8522-7629544c7859/123435853_2719113225071366_900229241404930575_n.jpg Lessons to Live By - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f59c54d1-8d70-474a-8649-8a8ca4d03819/Echoes+2021.jpg Lessons to Live By - Make it stand out All of our Extending Our Hearts & Hands stories were featured in the Winter 2021-2022 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-hand-to-hold daily 0.75 2022-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bf89063e-fc0d-4579-995d-91aef987e1e7/MT+1.jpg A Hand to Hold - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese leads a Franciscan-themed retreat in Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d1e904f7-9814-4a85-a3a0-568e4b4e88b6/IMG_0191.jpg A Hand to Hold - Make it stand out During the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sister Marie Therese reached out to parishioners to check on their well-being. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/26298f65-f1b8-448b-a700-f1159c0dc4e2/IMG_1532.jpg A Hand to Hold - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese also serves as a cantor at St. Matthias. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f59c54d1-8d70-474a-8649-8a8ca4d03819/Echoes+2021.jpg A Hand to Hold - Make it stand out All of our Extending Our Hearts & Hands stories were featured in the Winter 2021-2022 issue of Echoes Across the Horizons. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/celebrating-christmas-2021 daily 0.75 2022-02-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2ac3b70d-df7d-498a-9340-4bebb36e579a/IMG_1330.JPG Celebrating Christmas 2021 The Reception Room mantle at Monocacy Manor is adorned with a Nativity scene from Slovakia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/67c100eb-06a6-49ec-b5fc-366f59706d81/3.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 The creche and tabernacle are illuminated at Christmas in the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0b1549e0-8fb3-41c0-9ece-ce36e0da9926/IMG_1342.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 Sister Ann Marie Yenca shows off a pair of fuzzy house socks she received during the Christmas Day gift exchange at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/27825efb-4487-4bf7-816d-c090a97c460d/4.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 Lush poinsettias arranged by Sisters Ancy Francis and Gracy Kundukulam surround the altar at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9c8d434e-2ad6-4388-b2d2-0e61bfbc8fd8/IMG_1337.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 Sister Mary Martha plays Christmas songs on guitar, setting a musical backdrop for the Sisters’ Christmas celebration at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/be1cdd3e-aaa2-4301-8cf7-7909eb2c3f4f/Inside+Vatican+Nativity+cropped+%28002%29.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 Sister Nancy Celaschi captured this image of the creche outside the Vatican. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b64ac209-2f37-4a0f-91e7-12d7605a4684/IMG_2501.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 Sister Georgette Dublino (left) and resident Dana Funk play guitar during sacred caroling for Residents of Mt. Assisi Place on December 14. At right is Karen Vevers, activities director. Sister Lorita Kristufek accompanied on piano. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/597aa5a5-9253-4d07-b182-21747ef7dece/IMG_0082.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out A fan of clever jokes and puns, Sister Barbara Ann Webster attended the Mt. Assisi Place Resident Christmas Party as Olive the Other Reindeer, a play on lyrics from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0968f6a2-52d6-49cb-830c-a555d19c70f3/Amata+%26+Aide.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Amata Shina and Renea Lau pose before the giant Christmas tree at Monocacy Manor. Renea is a health aide who helps Sister get ready for the day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bfeb3639-934b-472e-ba0a-ca4efd7eaa85/123_1.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Hilda Marotta and Adelina Garcia were invited to the St. Margaret of Scotland Parish children’s Christmas pageant on December 15. The day included a wonderful program, an art contest and, of course, a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5000addc-2ab2-4686-a46b-ff914d002597/IMG_1338.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Janice Briggs, associate and former employee, joins the Sisters at Monocacy Manor in singing carols on Christmas Day. Janice moved to Florida in January to be near her family there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8e7a456f-0457-462e-8884-22e0ed3e75c6/IMG_0090.JPG Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Anece Salay enjoy festive accordion music during the Mt. Assisi Place Resident Christmas Party on December 10. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4ffc2925-7011-4fc6-94ed-e35a950c5df5/IMG_0077.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Virginia Rose Carroll makes a festive entrance to the Mt. Assisi Place Resident Christmas Party on December 10. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe2f97e7-80f0-4e50-9e17-833eb18f2c72/IMG_7252.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out John Marshall, the caterer at Mt. Assisi Place, outfitted each dining table with rich red poinsettias for the holidays. They remained in vibrant bloom throughout January. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe63a729-3d1d-41c5-8e75-c5e55901ec65/IMG_0084.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Each Resident of Mt. Assisi Place received this simple but spiritual ornament as a Christmas party favor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6ce6dcd5-0424-4376-a4ca-54616eda5775/IMG_1331.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out A winter wonderland adorns the mantle in the Library at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1d23cb84-bc47-4fb7-8433-8439f23aebc6/IMG_1028.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Charlie Brown and his beloved Christmas tree adorn the walls of the TV room at Villa Clare, where Sisters Amata Shina, Marietta Bankos and Mary Xavier Bomberger enjoy some relaxation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/37669beb-0814-4064-9b0b-076c419ac848/IMG_1334.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out This elaborate Nativity display set the scene for the season in the chapel at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f9897e55-8021-4535-a19a-efc8bab1f7f4/Resized_20211231_163757.jpeg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Cecilia Jacko, Roselyn Kuzma, Francesca Parana and Norberta Kralosky celebrate New Year’s Eve at Mt. Assisi Place. Below, Sister Pat Marie Buranosky and Karen Buco do the same. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/40f01e7c-d503-43e5-9dcd-aeabb96c5f5b/Resized_20211231_163724-1.jpeg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/52ee22e8-d52d-4d5a-a315-d72ec05d420f/Resized_20211231_163654.jpeg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c55ddad9-3113-4066-851b-1dc3d7651439/IMG_1340.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown models a robe she received during the Christmas gift exchange at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/58ef06df-1f54-435a-9961-f0add9aca109/IMG_0123.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Joyce Burkhart had sugarplums and snowmen dancing in and on her head for the holidays. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1054007b-e7d5-4768-ad2e-1e801493f84e/IMG_7205.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos portrayed Mrs. Claus, welcoming vendors and visitors — including Sister Marietta Bankos — to St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Holiday Craft Fair & Bake Sale on November 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aaf96ce5-c7f3-4b09-9986-c6247326b8a9/IMG_1567.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sisters Rosalia Giba, Karen Buco and Cecilia Jacko thank members of the Assumption Youth Choir after their dinner-hour performance at Mt. Assisi Place on December 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3c6689d9-6104-4d67-9508-8e51d9723843/IMG_7263.JPG Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma displayed this beautiful Nativity scene in her bedroom at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d9bd587f-0e99-405a-a303-527d396976f5/IMG_1332.JPG Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out The Holy Family welcomes visitors to Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/db8daf1c-f8c7-4e3a-875c-9da87154224b/IMG_7241.jpg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out The Advent wreath illuminates the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place, as Father Richard Zelig prays and Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica reads during Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/52c3ff14-0219-4777-a55f-9c9a825bfa92/IMG_1787.jpeg Celebrating Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out On December 12, Sisters Hilda Marotta and Adelina Garcia attended Mass at San Fernando Cathedral in San Antonio, Texas, where the sanctuary was decorated with roses for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/help-us-help-the-hungry daily 0.75 2025-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d116c658-b855-4ee0-b4c2-911f77d6d9df/AdobeStock_295000028.jpeg Help Us Help the Hungry - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1614377797887-CLHNP7E8QEP3P313ZKGA/food.png Help Us Help the Hungry https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/praying-for-peace daily 0.75 2022-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0b2b5ce3-ddba-4ade-bbe9-cfabc0608997/IMG_8278.jpeg Praying for Peace - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp and students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy show their support for Ukraine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/10a6b12f-7719-4258-b60e-949869e4c6d1/standard.jpg Praying for Peace - Make it stand out Sisters and volunteers in the Slovak Republic sort donations to help Ukrainian refugees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a072d073-85b9-49af-928a-2e08453ed2f9/Ukraine+Dove.png Praying for Peace - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/helping-hands daily 0.75 2022-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8c69e101-dd85-4ce0-a370-ff8881604e17/IMG_1190.JPEG Helping Hands - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia assists as staff from Light of Life Rescue Mission unload two carloads of food donations delivered by our Sisters to the food pantry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3e1a8973-40e0-4424-950d-a715849b3d5a/IMG_1389.jpg Helping Hands - Make it stand out Shirley Briody and Jeff Hero, lay Associates of the School Sisters of St. Francis, accept food from a generous donor during the drive-thru dropoff at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/35a3e121-ea04-410d-ba09-2a900ddba60f/IMG_0549.jpg Helping Hands - Make it stand out Sisters Marie Therese Sherwood and Maria Derecola celebrate the generosity of St. Matthias parishioners with Allie O’Brien of Franklin Food Bank. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e77af1b1-7e57-4527-8951-2b64d1efe23f/Walkers.jpg Helping Hands - Make it stand out Our Run4Water team included Sister Yolanda Escamilla, her sister Blanca Sanchez, Sister Jo Goolish, and friend Diane Saenz. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2022-sisters-retreats daily 0.75 2022-04-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/19bf1819-2d8e-41c8-b31a-7fce5a1f3d98/AdobeStock_436097418+%281%29.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8698f716-621a-4a19-b61e-02ad9ecaa0e9/Anne+Amati.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Sister Anne Amati https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9b6e8b66-ccd0-4d28-897f-9c430466ed1e/basilicafrancescoassisi-italiantraditions.jpeg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/43f52602-2bba-40eb-874e-5a23d16670df/Fr-Steve-McMichael.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Father Steven McMichael https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/63814add-8985-4262-b01f-c7ff95fb89a0/IMG_1342.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Sister Nancy Celaschi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/119a5690-282f-41c0-a2f1-fee9a9bff649/basilicafrancescoassisi-italiantraditions.jpeg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3941a4d5-81ba-4b31-be6e-164acb0de685/Fr-Steve-McMichael+%281%29.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Father Steven McMichael https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/149819fd-1b55-44db-9226-8e668d117ddd/IMG_1342.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Sister Nancy Celaschi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c20a692a-c813-4c80-979e-298f7212d838/AdobeStock_288781662.jpg 2022 Sisters Retreats - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/retreat-selection-form daily 0.75 2024-05-06 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/easter-bonnets-bunnies daily 0.75 2022-04-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/456bd061-6f6d-488a-9cc5-f8c3a5041bed/IMG_7473.JPG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies You might say Sister Anece Salay “nest-led” into her headwear. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a95b1a42-268d-489c-90c7-1ad106de4db6/IMG_7487.JPG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies Sister Gracy Kundukulam looked sweet as could be in her handmade bonnet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0247416a-9ae3-40ca-acb6-d30f72b3cd3a/IMG_7458.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/71a3eb3f-ce9b-4da9-b1e6-871326d7c78f/IMG_7498.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sisters Lorita Kristufek, Gracy Kundukulam and Anece Salay share laughs and love. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4574fb34-ab86-4bc4-8410-ca637dfdd8fe/IMG_7454.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Karen Buco https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/de3fe809-9e2c-4de2-b97d-ce03cf5b0e8c/IMG_7488.JPG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma’s bonnet and spirts were both sky-high. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a22fd641-ee5a-4408-8452-37fc22b28bb6/IMG_7492.JPG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Mary Lou Metro https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b991af2b-3dec-48a5-90c8-bcecb0050099/IMG_7471.JPG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bd552a25-986d-4068-92e2-f75fc6eb9892/IMG_7459.JPG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Francesca Parana https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cb6675ca-0537-4942-939a-d6a41b30043e/IMG_7482.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Once the original chapel at Mount Assisi and then a library, this gathering space was filled with good spirits and sweet treats for the Sisters’ party on Easter evening. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f532d6ba-e178-4d9e-be72-29ced09eeaef/IMG_7456.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Whether is been a crown of flowers or a “basket case,” Sisters Georgette Dublino and Pat Marie Buranosky model their different takes on Easter bonnets. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2dc2fe59-1bef-4ee6-b376-ef11b88b51af/IMG_1348.JPEG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Lois Jean DiFalco https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7fadda70-7fb3-49a7-bf43-626fbb108670/IMG_1314.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Virginia Rose Carroll https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6944251b-98cc-4887-9e3a-9713aacf53d6/IMG_1345.JPEG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Eve Blostic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3d101665-3b4c-4ced-8243-f2db38aba578/IMG_7500.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Lorita Kristufek, center, leads the Sisters in celebratory song. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/019cc8a2-b297-49b7-a8c9-aec89247d512/IMG_1362.JPEG Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cfce3625-9eb1-4d97-8001-3638cdbcd724/IMG_1377.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Joyce Burkhart https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b363028a-ed2b-408c-a6fb-002188ffba81/IMG_1353.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister JoAnn Knaebel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/17cdd623-c7dc-446e-a5dc-24cc1783f66f/IMG_7496.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sisters Ancy Francis and Gracy Kundukulam get up to some mischief. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/abcd33f6-e209-4200-93dc-060e544c9a5e/IMG_7486.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out As is the case with Sister Barbara Ann Webster, sometimes there is nothing that can be said. You just have to let creative types be … well … creative. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5ca54a70-a696-4e80-a2d2-950eeb430746/IMG_7462.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Ever resourceful, Sister Marian Sgriccia made her headscarf out of an unraveled shower scrubby. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/68ccb5bb-2c8a-46ee-92d3-db609f62671d/IMG_7478.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/53d96f59-8a50-4077-93c4-ffcd8cc5c213/IMG_7489.jpg Easter Bonnets & Bunnies - Make it stand out Sisters Gracy Kundukulam and Elaine Hromulak collaborate during a time of sharing and song. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/common-home daily 0.75 2022-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/340626e9-58df-4eb2-8dbb-0d5f5ac1c625/AdobeStock_265794447.jpg Caring for Our Common Home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0fb02ab8-62ce-41fb-bb00-be9f6748d9bf/Catherine+Campanaro.jpg Caring for Our Common Home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0c86977a-dafa-413b-9ec5-c3e5ab784c87/b151f830-3b83-4b3f-b1fe-4fb25166855c.jpg Caring for Our Common Home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/53aa8d64-5860-4120-97e6-b18977a41509/Birds+%26+Bees.jpg Caring for Our Common Home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/blessings-received daily 0.75 2022-05-13 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the Weekend - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/99a7bba1-8ce5-447e-9bb6-95cc6aadb64a/AdobeStock_280323031.jpg Prayers for the Weekend - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/513f047a-1e10-4a28-8753-fe35229c1870/AdobeStock_493014935.jpg Prayers for the Weekend - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/570d5ea1-8392-4315-81dd-0e12aa101b16/AdobeStock_417201154.jpg Prayers for the Weekend - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-paula-bichey daily 0.75 2022-06-06 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1574285516055-O0K4B7ZMLHD09EQRBU85/SFA+Memory+Photo.png SFA-T Transcript Information https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/decades-of-dedication daily 0.75 2022-09-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a720329f-20fa-4d7a-8a19-37b35dd3e133/IMG_0458.jpg Decades of Dedication - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia, provincial minister, lights ceremonial candles before Sisters Barbara Ann Webster, Pat Marie Buranosky, Mary Lou Metro and Georgette Dublino renew their vows at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh on August 3, 2022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b4a523c4-fda0-444c-9413-228f61d740a4/IMG_3528.jpg Decades of Dedication - Make it stand out Sisters Jean Makovsky, Mary Xavier Bomberger, Donna Pusch and M. Virginelle Makos mark their 60th anniversaries in Bethlehem on August 7, 2022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bbebb1d9-0c51-4271-bea9-2aaf3fc7f924/IMG_0510.JPEG Decades of Dedication - Make it stand out Sisters and friends enjoy a celebratory brunch at Mt. Assisi Place on August 3, 2022 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/af793f24-8f5d-4c40-8ef0-58a8ef4e2447/IMG_0504.JPEG Decades of Dedication - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-marietta-bankos daily 0.75 2022-09-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c2d72580-ada0-428b-8007-416591079681/Sister+Marietta+Bankos.jpg Sister Marietta Bankos https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/01d04d90-397c-4830-ad70-dcac562c9afb/Marietta+2.jpg Sister Marietta Bankos - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e7cd36be-16aa-489b-bd7c-8da7c18b76d1/Mareitta+18.jpg Sister Marietta Bankos https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/life-in-pictures daily 0.75 2022-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/81708177-d17b-4dd9-ae9d-b2ebb529490c/IMG_1285.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out A Last Supper figurine adorns the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place on April 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3506fe3-2158-40fe-a6dd-86882a6c74c5/IMG_7311.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Eve Blostic, Jeanne Marie Ulica and Karen Buco serve cake and ice cream on January 9 to an anxiously waiting Sister Francesca Parana. The party at Mt. Assisi Place was in celebration of Sister Cecilia Jacko’s 90th birthday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c5c77f63-cd8a-456f-a2b4-a3a72f9d0f0a/IMG_7301.JPG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko celebrates her 90th birthday at Mt. Assisi Place on January 9. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4b3213cf-c344-48dc-8930-6e4d936f4fbf/IMG_2778.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia cuts a celebratory cake with Marie North, certified sustainable building advisor, and Dan Misleh, founder of Catholic Climate Convenant, during a community gathering at Monocacy Manor on March 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/97768bd8-afb1-4c0a-89a6-801da2a4a03d/IMG_0779.jpeg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp assists students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy with a Catholic Schools Week project on February 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3550790-34e8-4293-8e0f-cdb1ccdcaba0/IMG_0696.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos teaches an Access Bible study class designed for adults and older youth with learning disabilities on August 24 at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a2189190-db89-4648-9cad-9c1674938fff/IMG_0375.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Maria Derecola works with one of her students at St. Matthias School in Somerset, N.J, on March 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00f05a86-d731-4b71-9fc2-479e285caeb1/IMG_0999.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Norberta Kralosky, Lois Jean DiFalco and Barbara Ann Webster enjoy a Mardi Gras party at Mt. Assisi Place on March 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e6243caa-d133-45fd-bf45-e4e7cca973f0/IMG_0981.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0965bd2e-4a82-45eb-95a3-65ca3164b327/IMG_1242.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Teachers and students from Amazing Scholar Academy Preschool — formerly Mount Assisi Academy Preschool — deliver Easter gift bags to our Sisters and other Residents of Mt. Assisi Place on April 11. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/04d55751-3f1d-4d20-ab3f-e3a4398d6012/289462740_10221889845214499_8613424894464882200_n.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Lorita Kristufek accompanies Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock to a 65th anniversary party for Sister Bernie Marie’s brother, Ed, and his wife in Ohio on June 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/99c7bb2e-9722-4e78-b930-f6aed43e4233/St.+Matthias+Choir.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood performs with the church choir at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., on March 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/189011af-f062-4576-8c0e-dc76e5048c51/IMG_1649.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart steps into the photo booth for a fun photo with SFA alumnae during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 12th annual Gala on May 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a3f8dca2-a608-4614-9af0-a1953b8dba52/IMG_1509.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Martha Zammatore, Regina Ann Rokosny and Georgette Dublino (above) attend St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 12th annual Gala on May 7. Sisters Barbara Brown, Patricia Ann Mahoney, Marian Sgriccia and M. Virginelle Makos (below) also were on hand. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8bc9141-73cd-4ecd-bddb-b472bb949660/IMG_1500.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ad2ea28d-574a-4bee-8533-85004156bf15/IMG_0295.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters from throughout the U.S. Province assemble on the front porch of San Damiano Convent on July 9 as part of the 2022 Provincial Gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3d1b270e-43b7-4a0c-9840-9a4fa1e84240/IMG_0128.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma shares a smile during the 2022 Provincial Gathering at Martina Center on July 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6b5146d8-e8b5-4966-8fdb-8a35c1d977ce/IMG_0285.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Kathy Kudlac, Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Hilda Marotta enjoy the summer weather at San Damiano Convent on July 9. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5106ca06-9b40-4abf-9329-f4cb0c6deb98/IMG_0244.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Adelina Garcia relaxes at Martina Center on July 9 during a break in the 2022 Provincial Gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f9bb6b7a-6662-4bbd-a475-8321e35e69c0/IMG_0260.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out On July 9, Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney looks on as Sister JoAnn Knaebel enjoys a lap full of Lizzie, the Golden Retriever pup adopted this summer by Ed and Linda Hyde. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2deb1554-f550-46a1-b8fc-1c476db7fd07/IMG_0232.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Kathy Kudlac and Gracy Kundukulam snuggle up to Lizzie Hyde on July 9. The pup’s full name registered with the American Kennel Club is Steppin’-Along Lizzie of Woodside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/de9be086-6f4e-4cb7-b29b-ffdf51509880/IMG_0256.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Mary Lou Metro snuggles Lizzie Hyde on July 9. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5bde5bd1-4bae-4743-9dfd-652e0fba7c4d/IMG_0284.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia embraces Sister Barbara Brown during the Provincial Gathering Missioning Service on July 9 in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1e612f5e-b238-4b47-8062-89d94dd7fcbf/IMG_7640.JPG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Mary Martha Zammatore sorts silverware at Monocacy Manor on May 8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/253ad86c-d7d0-4946-8321-3892e80cdcc6/Portiuncula+2022.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out As is our annual tradition, Sisters Mary Xavier Bomberger and Marian Sgriccia deliver a basket of treats to the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh in celebration of the Feast of the Portiuncula on August 2. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c0dfaaef-33d8-4404-be2b-6b3db844c91b/IMG_1181.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Anece Salay and Denise Olshausky chit chat at Mt. Assisi Place on March 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/517befed-dc5c-4078-b48b-8ee1b71eab5b/282682700_1698852533811744_6660759359534558890_n.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos sells raffle tickets during Monocacy Farm Project’s second annual Spring on the Farm event on May 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/13f0c8c8-3027-4718-a45f-5b84c3c7c30f/271942531_1614301615600170_494632853157153403_n.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Regina Ann Rokosny frolics in the fields at Monocacy Farm Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72b3de32-15f8-4d43-996c-a7807c21c6f2/IMG_1171.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Joanne Osborn (MAA 1973) shows Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock how to transfer a phone call at Mt. Assisi Place on March 24. Sister Bernie Marie is among a small but mighty group of our Sisters who share volunteer reception duties there three days a week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/64e83e4e-babb-4a69-aced-911d0f50a84a/IMG_1266.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Ancy Francis and Gracy Kundukulam arrange flowers in the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place on April 14, in preparation for Holy Week services. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5cd07d17-296d-4812-b8f1-907986a201da/IMG_1271.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out On April 14, Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica and Anece Salay prepare the alcove in the Mt. Assisi Place chapel for Holy Week services. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2e0f9346-9001-4d38-880d-41badbf0aed9/RRF_1131.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino (right) participates in a water balloon toss as part of the Hilltop Olympics at Mt. Assisi Place on July 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/50dea741-7958-4a00-9bf8-8dbc48708646/RRF_1062.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko serves as Resident Ambassador during opening ceremonies of the Hilltop Olympics at Mt. Assisi Place on July 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a71846a-0ef7-4c5d-93f5-758ec07fed97/IMG_2148.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out An inspirational message adorns a bulletin board at Mt. Assisi Place on June 18, thanks to the creativity of Sister Barbara Ann Webster. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e826f77e-2307-451c-bbd4-c9af67c264e2/IMG_5694.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Barbara DeStefano visit with Bella the Pom, the unofficial mascot of St. Francis Center for Renewal, on June 16. The pup belongs to Daniella Normando, our new financial assistant in Bethlehem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/37e4ccd3-89f4-42f2-b682-e59002b8d326/standard.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie Duncan takes part in a solemn Mass of thanksgiving for the gift of Sister Eliška's life on May 28, at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Hradec Králové. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bca64d76-3305-4cf6-8075-17cf2cab5d50/IMG_0275.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart celebrates her 91st birthday on June 16 with a gift from the retreat team at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/613b3167-3480-4c11-b9e8-982084fab78f/IMG_2096.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters JoAnn Knaebel and Carol Ann Papp chat with a member of the One Voice Youth Choir following a stirring performance at Mt. Assisi Place on June 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7d60df57-7389-4e25-a6c4-371c31acfe71/IMG_7652.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Father Steven McMichael and Sister Nancy Celaschi collaborate to present a weeklong Virtual Pilgrimage to Assisi retreat for our Sisters this summer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/24324db8-c6a6-4d43-ae29-e60be72cce65/IMG_0661.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Ann Marie Yenca and her niece, Kathy Timko, enjoy the Music in the Meadow outdoor concert at Monocacy Manor on August 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f74b245b-5460-45ea-8c61-16f20c42502c/Teal+Day+7.17.22.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out As a matter of pure coincidence, Sisters Barbara Brown, Loretta Motko, Bonnie Kleinschuster and Donna Pusch color coordinate in different shades of teal on July 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eb283a45-61f7-47b1-9bb6-62cbd8dfd0cf/IMG_2094.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Joyce Burkhart welcomes family members to a special choir performance at Mt. Assisi Place on June 14. It was the first time since the onset of the pandemic that family members were able to attend an event at the Pittsburgh personal care home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eb85cd1d-d5b5-406a-beca-736844be9ea0/IMG_0304.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Rosalia Giba, Eve Blostic and Cecilia Jacko enjoy a Luau Luncheon at Mt. Assisi Place on July 22. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a39e09ef-301f-4a3a-9523-ef22d81b9d43/IMG_1109.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Anece Salay and Jeanne Marie Ulica raise a toast with green beer served during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Mt. Assisi Place on March 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/98595ae6-92e9-4792-8997-f06092e1a34f/IMG_7657.JPG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Denise Olshausky relaxes outside Mt. Assisi Place on July 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d93f639d-162c-4855-a045-cab7535f74ee/IMG_0994b.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters, friends and family members from as far away as Chicago and Florida gather on August 27 at a party in honor of Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica’s more than 60 years in religious life. Lifelong friend Shirley Moody Vida (MAA 1960) hosted the belated celebration after the pandemic prevented Sister Jeanne Marie from celebrating her 60th Jubilee in both 2020 and 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ffc80466-60d6-4a56-b852-091e8531d816/IMG_1052.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay and Shirley Moody Vida (center) share a hearty chuckle with Shirley’s niece, Debby Ryan (left), on August 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8489fd1c-0fcd-4665-9885-a48bab438073/Barb+Brown+SFCR+Staff+Retreat.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown closes out St. Francis Center for Renewal’s team retreat on August 26 with an inspiring talk about Saints Francis and Clare. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3c9e720-0036-40d1-876d-399e62cb67ea/SFCR+tshirt+pic.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Francine Garganta fashionably models a new St. Francis Center for Renewal T-shirt on March 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cf90ef5d-7e12-4885-aeb4-ff5a9c44899d/IMG_1014.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba enjoys chatting with Associate Stan Duncan on August 27 in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ce50ee90-fce3-4cb3-bf4b-bb416a71f52c/IMG_1004.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Pat Marie Buranosky, Marian Sgriccia and Mary Xavier Bomberger enjoy a party in Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica’s honor on August 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/347f1f25-b0d3-4a67-9c0e-46729c5c3b70/299485292_10161973282569552_5912850551516045288_n.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Adelina Garcia catches up with members of the St. Francis Academy Class of 1991 in San Antonio on August 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1807cd2c-2d3f-41b8-b82b-53096035a97e/IMG_3120+%28002%29.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish reconnects with Bea Alvarado (SFA-T 1965) and Manuela Hupp (SFA-T 1965) during St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association’s Summer Dance in San Antonio on August 6. Proceeds from a cupcake sale at the dance went to Sister Jo’s ministries in the local community. The dance is always held in the former SFA gym. This year, more than 400 tickets were sold! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aa2b9462-bfa3-4568-912f-a73b6c53340a/IMG_3526.jpeg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Jean Makovsky, Mary Xavier Bomberger, Donna Pusch and M. Virginelle Makos — all members of the first class to attend all four years at St. Francis Academy in Bethlehem — celebrate their 60th anniversary at Monocacy Manor on August 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a509ce5c-9eb5-405e-953a-6cae4d786f73/IMG_0464.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Ann Webster, Pat Marie Buranosky, Mary Lou Metro and Georgette Dublino celebrate their 70th anniversary by renewing their vows before Father Richard Zelik on August 3 at Mt. Assisi Place. “Congratulations on this milestone of your dedication and devotion, Sisters,” says SFA-T alum Rosemary Perez. “Thank you for being faithful servants of God’s flock. May God bless you and keep you.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca34d58e-61a2-4db3-b890-587cf2505ea0/IMG_0095.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger enjoys a visit with Bernadette McNary-Zak (SFA-B 1964), who stopped by the Provincial Office in Pittsburgh while traveling on July 13. Bernadette is an author and associate professor of religious studies at Rhodes College in Tennessee. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/21ae5915-153f-491b-a2dd-85404589e1b4/IMG_0496.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Walkers are lined up like parked cars at Mt. Assisi Place as our Sisters there enjoy an outdoor brunch on August 3. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8a67a8fc-c458-4523-bb90-af35c8b5c4c4/IMG-0591.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out In celebration of their 70th anniversary, Sisters Georgette Dublino, Pat Marie Buranosky and Barbara Ann Webster enjoy an evening outing to North Park on August 3. Fresh air and ice cream highlighted the trip. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c91f4075-7edb-4e5d-9fb5-c4e11fbfdd21/IMG_1007.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Eve Blostic and Kathy Duncan — who taught together for decades at our former Mount Assisi Academy Preschool — reunite on August 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e6d28b29-c677-484e-b992-9ad958f27226/IMG_0660.jpeg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara DeStefano and Anita Kuchera enjoy the Music in the Meadow outdoor concert at Monocacy Manor on August 19. The evening featured Bethlehem-area polka-style entertainer Robbie Lawrence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e238a6dc-87ca-4e1f-b55e-ca48a886b058/Annabelle%27s+Dog+7.14.22.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Former member Annabelle McGannon and her rescue dog, Maggie, visit San Damiano Convent on July 14. Maggie was rescued from a puppy mill, where she’d already had multiple litters of pups in her young life. With much patience from Annabelle, she’s slowly becoming socialized and more confident. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7ca3baf1-33ce-4051-b59e-13247294501b/IMG_1115.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Our Sisters join staff and supporters of St. John Chrysostom Academy — located on our Bethlehem property — as they welcome His Eminence Metropolitan Savras for the official blessing of the new school on September 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34b17957-3dc4-4aa0-aa82-0647945e7b1b/Gracy+%26+Kids.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Gracy Kundukulam enjoys a visit with Bennett and Tessa Leib, great nephew and niece of Sister Marian Sgriccia, at San Damiano Convent in August. The kids wished Sister Gracy well on her move to Bethlehem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/22c807ef-e011-4933-a149-1543c2c55db7/Simply+Prayer+9.6.22.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and M. Virginelle Makos welcome Simply Prayer participants back to St. Francis Center for Renewal on September 6 to open a new retreat year. Sisters Marguerite and Virginelle alternate months leading Simply Prayer on the first Tuesday of each month. September’s program was titled, “Mary Chose the Better Part.” Set for the Feast of St. Francis on October 4, the next session will focus on care of creation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/55d8399f-b935-49b5-85df-06afac7dcf05/IMG_0096.JPEG Life in Pictures Sister Gracy Kundukulam works in one of her raised garden beds at San Damiano Convent on June 13, 2022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b386f936-bcb2-4ea1-9f6e-1d3668abab44/IMG_1146.JPEG Life in Pictures Oblačka since the 1950s, Sisters Elaine Hromulak and Rosemare Bartnicki reconnect at Monocacy Manor on September 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/baf8897f-1ae3-4151-aa93-8b90a48f0959/IMG_1150.JPEG Life in Pictures Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny and Georgette Dublino embrace at Monocacy Manor on September 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/12219101-7546-4a17-a91c-d1363341fb28/IMG_1161.JPEG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Barbara Brown rehearse a song penned in 1974 by former member Judy Labanz Colt (right). The song was included in the funeral service for Sister Marietta Bankos on September 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0af5e45c-e92e-4230-840c-627711f9b79a/IMG_1193.jpg Life in Pictures Deacon Gary and Linda Walbert (Associates) and Msgr. Robert Kozel dine together during the repast for Sister Marietta Bankos on September 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1892d4c8-6c63-4733-a0f5-d0338fa3a3d7/Resized_20220527_133414.jpeg Life in Pictures Sister JoAnn Knaebel takes part in a patriotic sing-along at Mt. Assisi Place on May 27. Behind her is resident Alice Armany. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bfc9386d-7fae-4fe1-8e87-8caec6600d5b/IMG_0706.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood enjoys the parish picnic at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias on September 18, with a few members of the church’s Caregivers/Care support group. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/46698eaf-cd22-4eb4-a127-65578981c265/IMG_1210.jpg Life in Pictures Sister Cecilia Jacko enjoys an Oktoberfest meal of roasted pork, bratwurst, potato pancakes, braised red cabbage, fresh applesauce, and Bavarian green beans at Mt. Assisi Place on September 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2b195a4c-d273-4687-95f5-76f639c1e096/IMG_1292.JPEG Life in Pictures Sister Denise Olshausky, Roselyn Kuzma, Joyce Burkhart and Anece Salay can all be spotted alongside Mt. Assisi Place employees Sharon Nuttall (left) and Tammy Towers (right) when the Monarch Hospice taco truck treated everyone to a free lunch on September 20. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7dd3f099-7695-4825-938c-4e18400e458e/Francesca+6.27.22.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Francesca Parana photographed at Vincentian Home on June 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0da0916e-90c7-40da-b1f8-1fbe291f0207/IMG_1156.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters Elaine Hromulak and Marguerite Stewart greet each other with great affection at Monocacy Manor on September 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/422404cc-0501-4fec-92cc-4c4748aaa39f/IMG_1182.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters, family members and friends follow the hearse carrying Sister Marietta Bankos’ casket from the White House to St. Francis Cemetery at Monocacy Manor on September 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/febb3f08-fa3c-42df-87fc-fc6497ddb897/305995663_1791351274561869_652402994162188498_n.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Bundles of wildflowers picked from Monocacy Farms await patrons of Monocacy Farm Project’s Pick Your Own program on September 23. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/06e9da2c-bbdc-4607-ad74-626542fad774/IMG_7809.JPG Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sisters JoAnn Knaebel and Joyce Burkhart greet Sister Eve Blostic on the occasion of her 80th birthday on September 26. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32fb3144-b0b2-4a39-8f6e-02eccf1aed34/image000000.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster thanks patrons of Monocacy Farm Project’s sold-out Pairing for a Cause event on September 9, at Black River Farms Vineyard & Winery in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/008abcea-fd0c-40c5-982f-31c6d202953a/309763998_1795541047476225_1580274639717945506_n.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Red wine and chocolate bon-bons were among the featured pairings at Monocacy Farm Project’s third annual Pairing for a Cause event at Black River Farms Vineyard & Winery in Bethlehem, Pa., on September 9. Also paired with a select wine were Sister Loretta Motko’s homemade kiffles. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/061a9ea5-2722-4343-9a16-4130e7835992/IMG_3277.jpg Life in Pictures - Make it stand out Sister Yolanda Escamilla sorts through 10 boxes of art supplies from St. Gerard Catholic High School in San Antonio that will find new use by her clients at The Living Days Adult Day Care Center. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/francis-all-around-us daily 0.75 2022-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3c0410d9-1567-48be-ad70-125f95ef596c/IMG_2185+%282%29.jpg Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/afa5c8e8-f1da-4fb4-9147-7e52640f20d5/IMG_7612.JPEG Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese greets Max, a parishioner's 11-year-old pup, during Blessing of the Animals at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J. on October 2, 2022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/40355a09-124d-460e-b7ad-bcfc765ca7e6/IMG_3110.jpg Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out The precious gift of an egg is discovered along the Sisters' fence line in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ff681b25-667c-4017-b209-38437318f919/CAP+1.jpg Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9954a689-fcb0-46b3-8554-9fbf7bb93178/CAP+2.jpg Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1c457e79-c1dc-4d16-9e50-76813f6f7324/IMG_0042.jpg Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0e8f34ae-3d57-4462-9f74-a7d981cafc5f/IMG_1845.jpg Francis All Around Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/677759dc-fba5-47da-b09f-416c18fde60b/Barbara+Ann+2022.jpg Francis All Around Us - 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Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a102638-47f7-4f2f-88cf-435aa8f2f8a9/Rosaria+%26+Amata+2008.jpg Sister Amata Shina - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/74b484ce-09f1-482f-8be8-4ac39e1e64e3/IMG_6641.JPG Sister Amata Shina - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2035da29-4392-4e79-83b0-a778bf842871/Amata+Portrait+1965.jpg Sister Amata Shina - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/186efa87-a964-4bbf-9ace-f55e6bc0cdd2/mY+pHOTO.jpg Sister Amata Shina https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/one-hour-more daily 0.75 2022-11-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b917f336-3158-4d43-9282-d8b11bfac63b/One+Hour+More.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/82cab9fc-dd41-4b57-8615-0b759307c54e/Sister+Irene+Novak+2021.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Irene https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2c9e6155-8c7b-4fc4-b46f-4c6e31cee24c/Dublinos.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out A young Sister Georgette (left) is shown with her father and her sister, Donna, in this photo from the 1940s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a5ca209-ce0b-447e-8631-762fa1e927b7/Sister+Georgette+Dublino+2022.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Georgette https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a80acc6d-7ec9-472a-9b02-66aebf642b39/Sister+Nancy+Celaschi.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Nancy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e68f3316-8b9e-4def-acec-72da6a12f81a/Joan+Mc+Mullen.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Joan McMullen left a lasting impression before she died in 1989. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0ac402da-943d-4721-967f-8779d24d679a/Sister+Patricia+Brennan.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Pat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6bfc65e6-b4f6-4110-be55-f29d2f512936/Sister+Yolanda+Escamilla.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Yolanda https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fd11538b-0283-4c49-b610-178b17c05cc2/Giba+Girls+1954.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba (far left) looks on as her twin, Sister Bernadette Giba, completes a French class exercise when they were seniors at Mount Assisi Academy in 1954. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/46b58789-761e-4e58-a217-00bf85b8f74c/Sister+Rosalia+Giba.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/751d3b76-779d-436e-a900-eee15f64ff18/Sister+Jean+Makovsky.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2bfb307b-3118-41e1-970c-a7304e436cc4/Franny+%26+Dad.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie with her father, Joseph Duncan, in the 1970s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d6008bbf-8d0c-4f74-a0ae-05567227e3b6/Sister+Frances+Marie+Duncan.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b49e97b9-0d6c-42b3-8342-e3431968cdaa/Sister+Anita+Kuchera.jpg One Hour More - Make it stand out Sister Anita https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-time-for-giving-and-gratitude daily 0.75 2022-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32594e48-5fcf-4f0f-9ddb-6c950e046078/IMG_0751.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - paying it forward in somerset On behalf of the St. Vincent DePaul Society at the Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., our own Sister Marie Therese Sherwood (center) accepts a $500 check from the Ifeatu-Ifediche Anambra Women of New Jersey toward Thanksgiving baskets for those in need. Sister joined the church’s St. Vincent DePaul members and youth in packing food baskets and delivering them to nearby Franklin Food Bank to put food on the tables of needy families for the coming holiday. The ladies who presented the check are also St. Matthias parishioners. The Ifeatu Ifediche Anambra Women are a nonprofit organization that supports underprivileged women and children in the United States and Nigeria. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d66214df-a0f0-4fe8-a1e5-2d804e3ffb52/Class+of+%2771+Food+Drive.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - reaching out in san antonio Sisters Jo Goolish (center) and Yolanda Escamilla joined alumnae from the St. Francis Academy Class of 1971 to sponsor a food drive for the poor in San Antonio, Texas. The drive ended on November 15 with a lovely luncheon of chicken caldo (soup). The weather was cold, but the spirits of the “girls” were high as they shared their favorite family Thanksgiving celebrations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5afc7521-0ada-47e1-a012-cfd9a7958afd/Grateful.png A Time for Giving & Gratitude - Make it stand out https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1401bbfb-8cc0-43a8-bce7-603cadacae89/Sister+Georgette+Dublino.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - sister georgette dublino https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bb2155f4-14fc-4914-a97e-509b9fadf443/Sister+Anece+Salay.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fdc936b6-e78a-4b1d-aaec-3ddcc96e15a5/Sister+Patricia+Marie+Buranosky.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - sister pat marie buranosky I am blessed and grateful to be part of God’s magnificent creation and to be alive for almost 88 years in the ongoing process of God’s magnificent creation. Deo gracias! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/492e70bd-a427-45d1-9e84-ceb25b6a72b0/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - sister karen buco I want to thank God for all his many wonderful gifts but most especially for the final signing of the adoption papers for a baby girl that my niece, Beth, has cared for since April 2020 in a short-term foster care program. The long-awaited day came on October 7, 2022. God be praised forever and ever. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5472db6c-72f7-4ea7-ab5d-51993dd6be3a/Sister+Elaine+Hromulak.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - sister elaine hromulak I look to the words of the Psalmist for a perfect expression of gratitude at Thanksgiving and throughout the year: “... for it was You who created my inward parts; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise and thank you because I have been fearfully, wonderfully made ...” — Psalm 139: 13-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b71c0feb-87bb-4704-84fe-6003fde7b31f/Sister+Rosalia+Giba.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - sister rosalia giba I’d like to share one of my favorite passages from author Max Lucado: “If our greatest need had been information, God would have sent us an educator. If our greatest need had been technology, God would have sent us a scientist. If our greatest need had been money, God would have sent an economist. But since our greatest need was forgiveness, God sent us a Savior.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5be97c37-deea-492c-84fb-57c208e1d0ef/Sister+Bernadine+Marie+Stemnock.jpg A Time for Giving & Gratitude - sister bernadine marie stemnock I am very grateful for God in my life, along with every person who ever came in contact with me. I am a better person for having known all of you. Thank you and God bless you! You are forever in my heart and always in the heart of my prayers. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/life-in-pictures-fall-2022 daily 0.75 2022-11-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/efacf593-3b1b-48d0-8910-2c67e4d70c56/IMG_0747.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out On November 13, Sister Marie Therese Sherwood (right) joined parish youth and members of the St. Vincent DePaul Society of the Catholic Community of St. Matthias in delivering food baskets to Franklin Food Bank in Somerset, N.J. Their efforts will help to put Thanksgiving meals on the tables of needy families for the coming holiday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8b8a147c-34e0-4a34-9287-bfbccc7ffba7/IMG_0751.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out On behalf of the St. Vincent DePaul Society at the Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., our own Sister Marie Therese Sherwood (center) accepts a $500 check on November 14 from the Ifeatu-Ifediche Anambra Women of New Jersey toward Thanksgiving baskets for those in need. Sister joined the church’s St. Vincent DePaul members and youth in packing food baskets and delivering them to nearby Franklin Food Bank to put food on the tables of needy families for the coming holiday. The ladies who presented the check are also St. Matthias parishioners. The Ifeatu Ifediche Anambra Women are a nonprofit organization that supports underprivileged women and children in the United States and Nigeria. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/abfc0a9a-f257-4ffe-b0a1-54f67363a3af/Class+of+%2771+Food+Drive.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Jo Goolish (center) and Yolanda Escamilla joined alumnae from the St. Francis Academy Class of 1971 to sponsor a food drive for the poor in San Antonio, Texas. The drive ended on November 15 with a lovely luncheon of chicken caldo (soup). The weather was cold, but the spirits of the “girls” were high as they shared their favorite family Thanksgiving celebrations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2b6763da-563f-42e1-95ae-aaab25b2985f/SFA-T+Memorial+Mass+11.18.22.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Srs. Jo and Yolanda participated in a mass for the all the deceased SFA alumni. It was held at St. Matthew's Catholic Church on November 18, 2022. They sang the "Prayer of St. Francis" and the SFA School Song. There were photos of the alumni and the classes of the deceased alumni were displayed. Even the celebrant wore a chasuble with the San Damiano cross on front and back. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c5c77f63-cd8a-456f-a2b4-a3a72f9d0f0a/IMG_7301.JPG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko celebrates her 90th birthday at Mt. Assisi Place on January 9. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4b3213cf-c344-48dc-8930-6e4d936f4fbf/IMG_2778.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia cuts a celebratory cake with Marie North, certified sustainable building advisor, and Dan Misleh, founder of Catholic Climate Convenant, during a community gathering at Monocacy Manor on March 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/97768bd8-afb1-4c0a-89a6-801da2a4a03d/IMG_0779.jpeg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp assists students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy with a Catholic Schools Week project on February 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3550790-34e8-4293-8e0f-cdb1ccdcaba0/IMG_0696.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos teaches an Access Bible study class designed for adults and older youth with learning disabilities on August 24 at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a2189190-db89-4648-9cad-9c1674938fff/IMG_0375.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Maria Derecola works with one of her students at St. Matthias School in Somerset, N.J, on March 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00f05a86-d731-4b71-9fc2-479e285caeb1/IMG_0999.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Norberta Kralosky, Lois Jean DiFalco and Barbara Ann Webster enjoy a Mardi Gras party at Mt. Assisi Place on March 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e6243caa-d133-45fd-bf45-e4e7cca973f0/IMG_0981.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0965bd2e-4a82-45eb-95a3-65ca3164b327/IMG_1242.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Teachers and students from Amazing Scholar Academy Preschool — formerly Mount Assisi Academy Preschool — deliver Easter gift bags to our Sisters and other Residents of Mt. Assisi Place on April 11. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/04d55751-3f1d-4d20-ab3f-e3a4398d6012/289462740_10221889845214499_8613424894464882200_n.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Lorita Kristufek accompanies Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock to a 65th anniversary party for Sister Bernie Marie’s brother, Ed, and his wife in Ohio on June 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/99c7bb2e-9722-4e78-b930-f6aed43e4233/St.+Matthias+Choir.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood performs with the church choir at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., on March 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/189011af-f062-4576-8c0e-dc76e5048c51/IMG_1649.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart steps into the photo booth for a fun photo with SFA alumnae during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 12th annual Gala on May 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a3f8dca2-a608-4614-9af0-a1953b8dba52/IMG_1509.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Martha Zammatore, Regina Ann Rokosny and Georgette Dublino (above) attend St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 12th annual Gala on May 7. Sisters Barbara Brown, Patricia Ann Mahoney, Marian Sgriccia and M. Virginelle Makos (below) also were on hand. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8bc9141-73cd-4ecd-bddb-b472bb949660/IMG_1500.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ad2ea28d-574a-4bee-8533-85004156bf15/IMG_0295.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters from throughout the U.S. Province assemble on the front porch of San Damiano Convent on July 9 as part of the 2022 Provincial Gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3d1b270e-43b7-4a0c-9840-9a4fa1e84240/IMG_0128.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma shares a smile during the 2022 Provincial Gathering at Martina Center on July 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6b5146d8-e8b5-4966-8fdb-8a35c1d977ce/IMG_0285.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Kathy Kudlac, Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Hilda Marotta enjoy the summer weather at San Damiano Convent on July 9. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5106ca06-9b40-4abf-9329-f4cb0c6deb98/IMG_0244.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Adelina Garcia relaxes at Martina Center on July 9 during a break in the 2022 Provincial Gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f9bb6b7a-6662-4bbd-a475-8321e35e69c0/IMG_0260.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out On July 9, Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney looks on as Sister JoAnn Knaebel enjoys a lap full of Lizzie, the Golden Retriever pup adopted this summer by Ed and Linda Hyde. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2deb1554-f550-46a1-b8fc-1c476db7fd07/IMG_0232.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Kathy Kudlac and Gracy Kundukulam snuggle up to Lizzie Hyde on July 9. The pup’s full name registered with the American Kennel Club is Steppin’-Along Lizzie of Woodside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/de9be086-6f4e-4cb7-b29b-ffdf51509880/IMG_0256.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Lou Metro snuggles Lizzie Hyde on July 9. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5bde5bd1-4bae-4743-9dfd-652e0fba7c4d/IMG_0284.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia embraces Sister Barbara Brown during the Provincial Gathering Missioning Service on July 9 in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1e612f5e-b238-4b47-8062-89d94dd7fcbf/IMG_7640.JPG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Martha Zammatore sorts silverware at Monocacy Manor on May 8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/253ad86c-d7d0-4946-8321-3892e80cdcc6/Portiuncula+2022.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out As is our annual tradition, Sisters Mary Xavier Bomberger and Marian Sgriccia deliver a basket of treats to the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh in celebration of the Feast of the Portiuncula on August 2. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c0dfaaef-33d8-4404-be2b-6b3db844c91b/IMG_1181.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Anece Salay and Denise Olshausky chit chat at Mt. Assisi Place on March 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/517befed-dc5c-4078-b48b-8ee1b71eab5b/282682700_1698852533811744_6660759359534558890_n.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos sells raffle tickets during Monocacy Farm Project’s second annual Spring on the Farm event on May 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/13f0c8c8-3027-4718-a45f-5b84c3c7c30f/271942531_1614301615600170_494632853157153403_n.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Regina Ann Rokosny frolics in the fields at Monocacy Farm Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72b3de32-15f8-4d43-996c-a7807c21c6f2/IMG_1171.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Joanne Osborn (MAA 1973) shows Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock how to transfer a phone call at Mt. Assisi Place on March 24. Sister Bernie Marie is among a small but mighty group of our Sisters who share volunteer reception duties there three days a week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/64e83e4e-babb-4a69-aced-911d0f50a84a/IMG_1266.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Ancy Francis and Gracy Kundukulam arrange flowers in the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place on April 14, in preparation for Holy Week services. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5cd07d17-296d-4812-b8f1-907986a201da/IMG_1271.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out On April 14, Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica and Anece Salay prepare the alcove in the Mt. Assisi Place chapel for Holy Week services. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2e0f9346-9001-4d38-880d-41badbf0aed9/RRF_1131.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino (right) participates in a water balloon toss as part of the Hilltop Olympics at Mt. Assisi Place on July 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/50dea741-7958-4a00-9bf8-8dbc48708646/RRF_1062.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko serves as Resident Ambassador during opening ceremonies of the Hilltop Olympics at Mt. Assisi Place on July 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a71846a-0ef7-4c5d-93f5-758ec07fed97/IMG_2148.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out An inspirational message adorns a bulletin board at Mt. Assisi Place on June 18, thanks to the creativity of Sister Barbara Ann Webster. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e826f77e-2307-451c-bbd4-c9af67c264e2/IMG_5694.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Barbara DeStefano visit with Bella the Pom, the unofficial mascot of St. Francis Center for Renewal, on June 16. The pup belongs to Daniella Normando, our new financial assistant in Bethlehem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/37e4ccd3-89f4-42f2-b682-e59002b8d326/standard.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie Duncan takes part in a solemn Mass of thanksgiving for the gift of Sister Eliška's life on May 28, at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Hradec Králové. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bca64d76-3305-4cf6-8075-17cf2cab5d50/IMG_0275.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart celebrates her 91st birthday on June 16 with a gift from the retreat team at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/613b3167-3480-4c11-b9e8-982084fab78f/IMG_2096.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters JoAnn Knaebel and Carol Ann Papp chat with a member of the One Voice Youth Choir following a stirring performance at Mt. Assisi Place on June 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7d60df57-7389-4e25-a6c4-371c31acfe71/IMG_7652.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Father Steven McMichael and Sister Nancy Celaschi collaborate to present a weeklong Virtual Pilgrimage to Assisi retreat for our Sisters this summer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/24324db8-c6a6-4d43-ae29-e60be72cce65/IMG_0661.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Ann Marie Yenca and her niece, Kathy Timko, enjoy the Music in the Meadow outdoor concert at Monocacy Manor on August 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f74b245b-5460-45ea-8c61-16f20c42502c/Teal+Day+7.17.22.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out As a matter of pure coincidence, Sisters Barbara Brown, Loretta Motko, Bonnie Kleinschuster and Donna Pusch color coordinate in different shades of teal on July 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eb283a45-61f7-47b1-9bb6-62cbd8dfd0cf/IMG_2094.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Joyce Burkhart welcomes family members to a special choir performance at Mt. Assisi Place on June 14. It was the first time since the onset of the pandemic that family members were able to attend an event at the Pittsburgh personal care home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eb85cd1d-d5b5-406a-beca-736844be9ea0/IMG_0304.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Rosalia Giba, Eve Blostic and Cecilia Jacko enjoy a Luau Luncheon at Mt. Assisi Place on July 22. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a39e09ef-301f-4a3a-9523-ef22d81b9d43/IMG_1109.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Anece Salay and Jeanne Marie Ulica raise a toast with green beer served during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Mt. Assisi Place on March 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/98595ae6-92e9-4792-8997-f06092e1a34f/IMG_7657.JPG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Denise Olshausky relaxes outside Mt. Assisi Place on July 28. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d93f639d-162c-4855-a045-cab7535f74ee/IMG_0994b.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters, friends and family members from as far away as Chicago and Florida gather on August 27 at a party in honor of Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica’s more than 60 years in religious life. Lifelong friend Shirley Moody Vida (MAA 1960) hosted the belated celebration after the pandemic prevented Sister Jeanne Marie from celebrating her 60th Jubilee in both 2020 and 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ffc80466-60d6-4a56-b852-091e8531d816/IMG_1052.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay and Shirley Moody Vida (center) share a hearty chuckle with Shirley’s niece, Debby Ryan (left), on August 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8489fd1c-0fcd-4665-9885-a48bab438073/Barb+Brown+SFCR+Staff+Retreat.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown closes out St. Francis Center for Renewal’s team retreat on August 26 with an inspiring talk about Saints Francis and Clare. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3c9e720-0036-40d1-876d-399e62cb67ea/SFCR+tshirt+pic.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Francine Garganta fashionably models a new St. Francis Center for Renewal T-shirt on March 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cf90ef5d-7e12-4885-aeb4-ff5a9c44899d/IMG_1014.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba enjoys chatting with Associate Stan Duncan on August 27 in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ce50ee90-fce3-4cb3-bf4b-bb416a71f52c/IMG_1004.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Pat Marie Buranosky, Marian Sgriccia and Mary Xavier Bomberger enjoy a party in Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica’s honor on August 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/347f1f25-b0d3-4a67-9c0e-46729c5c3b70/299485292_10161973282569552_5912850551516045288_n.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Adelina Garcia catches up with members of the St. Francis Academy Class of 1991 in San Antonio on August 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1807cd2c-2d3f-41b8-b82b-53096035a97e/IMG_3120+%28002%29.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish reconnects with Bea Alvarado (SFA-T 1965) and Manuela Hupp (SFA-T 1965) during St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association’s Summer Dance in San Antonio on August 6. Proceeds from a cupcake sale at the dance went to Sister Jo’s ministries in the local community. The dance is always held in the former SFA gym. This year, more than 400 tickets were sold! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aa2b9462-bfa3-4568-912f-a73b6c53340a/IMG_3526.jpeg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Jean Makovsky, Mary Xavier Bomberger, Donna Pusch and M. Virginelle Makos — all members of the first class to attend all four years at St. Francis Academy in Bethlehem — celebrate their 60th anniversary at Monocacy Manor on August 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a509ce5c-9eb5-405e-953a-6cae4d786f73/IMG_0464.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Ann Webster, Pat Marie Buranosky, Mary Lou Metro and Georgette Dublino celebrate their 70th anniversary by renewing their vows before Father Richard Zelik on August 3 at Mt. Assisi Place. “Congratulations on this milestone of your dedication and devotion, Sisters,” says SFA-T alum Rosemary Perez. “Thank you for being faithful servants of God’s flock. May God bless you and keep you.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca34d58e-61a2-4db3-b890-587cf2505ea0/IMG_0095.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger enjoys a visit with Bernadette McNary-Zak (SFA-B 1964), who stopped by the Provincial Office in Pittsburgh while traveling on July 13. Bernadette is an author and associate professor of religious studies at Rhodes College in Tennessee. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/21ae5915-153f-491b-a2dd-85404589e1b4/IMG_0496.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Walkers are lined up like parked cars at Mt. Assisi Place as our Sisters there enjoy an outdoor brunch on August 3. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8a67a8fc-c458-4523-bb90-af35c8b5c4c4/IMG-0591.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out In celebration of their 70th anniversary, Sisters Georgette Dublino, Pat Marie Buranosky and Barbara Ann Webster enjoy an evening outing to North Park on August 3. Fresh air and ice cream highlighted the trip. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c91f4075-7edb-4e5d-9fb5-c4e11fbfdd21/IMG_1007.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Eve Blostic and Kathy Duncan — who taught together for decades at our former Mount Assisi Academy Preschool — reunite on August 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e6d28b29-c677-484e-b992-9ad958f27226/IMG_0660.jpeg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara DeStefano and Anita Kuchera enjoy the Music in the Meadow outdoor concert at Monocacy Manor on August 19. The evening featured Bethlehem-area polka-style entertainer Robbie Lawrence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e238a6dc-87ca-4e1f-b55e-ca48a886b058/Annabelle%27s+Dog+7.14.22.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Former member Annabelle McGannon and her rescue dog, Maggie, visit San Damiano Convent on July 14. Maggie was rescued from a puppy mill, where she’d already had multiple litters of pups in her young life. With much patience from Annabelle, she’s slowly becoming socialized and more confident. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7ca3baf1-33ce-4051-b59e-13247294501b/IMG_1115.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Our Sisters join staff and supporters of St. John Chrysostom Academy — located on our Bethlehem property — as they welcome His Eminence Metropolitan Savras for the official blessing of the new school on September 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34b17957-3dc4-4aa0-aa82-0647945e7b1b/Gracy+%26+Kids.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Gracy Kundukulam enjoys a visit with Bennett and Tessa Leib, great nephew and niece of Sister Marian Sgriccia, at San Damiano Convent in August. The kids wished Sister Gracy well on her move to Bethlehem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/22c807ef-e011-4933-a149-1543c2c55db7/Simply+Prayer+9.6.22.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and M. Virginelle Makos welcome Simply Prayer participants back to St. Francis Center for Renewal on September 6 to open a new retreat year. Sisters Marguerite and Virginelle alternate months leading Simply Prayer on the first Tuesday of each month. September’s program was titled, “Mary Chose the Better Part.” Set for the Feast of St. Francis on October 4, the next session will focus on care of creation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/55d8399f-b935-49b5-85df-06afac7dcf05/IMG_0096.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Sister Gracy Kundukulam works in one of her raised garden beds at San Damiano Convent on June 13, 2022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b386f936-bcb2-4ea1-9f6e-1d3668abab44/IMG_1146.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Oblačka since the 1950s, Sisters Elaine Hromulak and Rosemare Bartnicki reconnect at Monocacy Manor on September 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/baf8897f-1ae3-4151-aa93-8b90a48f0959/IMG_1150.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny and Georgette Dublino embrace at Monocacy Manor on September 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/12219101-7546-4a17-a91c-d1363341fb28/IMG_1161.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Barbara Brown rehearse a song penned in 1974 by former member Judy Labanz Colt (right). The song was included in the funeral service for Sister Marietta Bankos on September 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0af5e45c-e92e-4230-840c-627711f9b79a/IMG_1193.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Deacon Gary and Linda Walbert (Associates) and Msgr. Robert Kozel dine together during the repast for Sister Marietta Bankos on September 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1892d4c8-6c63-4733-a0f5-d0338fa3a3d7/Resized_20220527_133414.jpeg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Sister JoAnn Knaebel takes part in a patriotic sing-along at Mt. Assisi Place on May 27. Behind her is resident Alice Armany. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bfc9386d-7fae-4fe1-8e87-8caec6600d5b/IMG_0706.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood enjoys the parish picnic at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias on September 18, with a few members of the church’s Caregivers/Care support group. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/46698eaf-cd22-4eb4-a127-65578981c265/IMG_1210.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Sister Cecilia Jacko enjoys an Oktoberfest meal of roasted pork, bratwurst, potato pancakes, braised red cabbage, fresh applesauce, and Bavarian green beans at Mt. Assisi Place on September 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2b195a4c-d273-4687-95f5-76f639c1e096/IMG_1292.JPEG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 Sister Denise Olshausky, Roselyn Kuzma, Joyce Burkhart and Anece Salay can all be spotted alongside Mt. Assisi Place employees Sharon Nuttall (left) and Tammy Towers (right) when the Monarch Hospice taco truck treated everyone to a free lunch on September 20. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7dd3f099-7695-4825-938c-4e18400e458e/Francesca+6.27.22.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Francesca Parana photographed at Vincentian Home on June 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0da0916e-90c7-40da-b1f8-1fbe291f0207/IMG_1156.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters Elaine Hromulak and Marguerite Stewart greet each other with great affection at Monocacy Manor on September 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/422404cc-0501-4fec-92cc-4c4748aaa39f/IMG_1182.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters, family members and friends follow the hearse carrying Sister Marietta Bankos’ casket from the White House to St. Francis Cemetery at Monocacy Manor on September 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/febb3f08-fa3c-42df-87fc-fc6497ddb897/305995663_1791351274561869_652402994162188498_n.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Bundles of wildflowers picked from Monocacy Farms await patrons of Monocacy Farm Project’s Pick Your Own program on September 23. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/06e9da2c-bbdc-4607-ad74-626542fad774/IMG_7809.JPG Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sisters JoAnn Knaebel and Joyce Burkhart greet Sister Eve Blostic on the occasion of her 80th birthday on September 26. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32fb3144-b0b2-4a39-8f6e-02eccf1aed34/image000000.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster thanks patrons of Monocacy Farm Project’s sold-out Pairing for a Cause event on September 9, at Black River Farms Vineyard & Winery in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/008abcea-fd0c-40c5-982f-31c6d202953a/309763998_1795541047476225_1580274639717945506_n.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Red wine and chocolate bon-bons were among the featured pairings at Monocacy Farm Project’s third annual Pairing for a Cause event at Black River Farms Vineyard & Winery in Bethlehem, Pa., on September 9. Also paired with a select wine were Sister Loretta Motko’s homemade kiffles. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/061a9ea5-2722-4343-9a16-4130e7835992/IMG_3277.jpg Life in Pictures Fall 2022 - Make it stand out Sister Yolanda Escamilla sorts through 10 boxes of art supplies from St. Gerard Catholic High School in San Antonio that will find new use by her clients at The Living Days Adult Day Care Center. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/life-in-pictures-winter-2023 daily 0.75 2023-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e75fe5bc-7c3b-40e5-acb5-a3555df7b7cc/IMG_2113.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Gracy Kundukulam — adorned as a tomato — steps into the photo booth with some fun-loving friends during the 2022 Monocacy Farm Food Festival on October 16, at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3556bc08-15df-4bbd-856b-0be8095e22ed/IMG_2104.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Loretta Motko and Ann Marie Yenca, along with Sister Ann Marie’s niece, Kathy Timko, enjoy the Monocacy Farm Food Festival on October 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb5b9600-261c-4e00-bd2b-1325e951d07a/IMG_2018.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out The timing of Sister Frances Marie Duncan’s fall visit to the U.S. made it possible for her to attend the 2022 Monocacy Farm Food Festival on October 16, where she and Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster showed off their Monocacy Farm Project sweatshirts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/25244283-92a8-4e8a-99e5-1cedd61485ac/IMG_2165.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Brown and Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster stopped moving long enough for a smile during the Monocacy Farm Food Festival on October 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cb150d41-518f-4516-b83c-f912c42e8bda/IMG_2087.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Roseann Velas helps youngsters with their autumn craft projects during the Monocacy Farm Food Festival on October 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14b7f33a-1777-44fa-b449-0099464879e2/IMG_1493.JPG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Gracy Kundukulam and Loretta Motko show off the spooky and sweet Halloween cake they made for the Sisters at Monocacy Manor on October 31. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb098566-ae3f-4d3d-b852-9b18d3f53dae/IMG_1358.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Virginia Rose Carroll sings during the Transitus service at Mt. Assisi Place on October 3. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/35c933db-250d-4fec-9503-1b3c61c043b2/IMG_1367.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out With a little help from Sisters Hilda Marotta and Kathy Kudlac, Sister Marian Sgriccia distributes provincial coffee mugs and water bottles to our Pittsburgh-area Sisters on October 3. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6ca2a953-9be3-45d5-ba06-df51babd4360/IMG_1362.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica lights a candle during the Transitus service at Mt. Assisi Place on October 3. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14cc0c03-49db-49e5-aaf4-a7f5ac9261ec/IMG_0747.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood (right) joined St. Vincent DePaul members and youth from The Catholic Community of St. Matthias on November 13, in packing food baskets and delivering them to Franklin Food Bank in Somerset, N.J., to put food on the tables of needy families in time for Thanksgiving. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe1212ed-0431-4ae2-9971-2c9ba4120cc2/Sisters+Place+Selfie.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Marie Buranosky, Marian Sgriccia and Pat Mahoney — accompanied by Linda Hyde and Nicole Buchlmayer — stop by the photo booth at the Sisters Place fall fundraising luncheon on October 7, at Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh. Supported by communities of women religious in Western Pennsylvania, the ministry helps tp provide stable housing and other support for single mothers and their children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/411c9cfc-f123-4987-9076-d42a2ed4c5db/IMG_1467.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Lou Metro shows off the Home Tech basket she won in the Sisters Place raffle on October 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8625f7d6-afa2-4153-9e6d-9c28633dbfc8/Pic+5.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Eli Stogsdill, head farmer at Monocacy Farm Project, shares a hands-on educational experience on October 22, with young students from Chrysostom Academy, which opened on our Monocacy Manor property in time for the 2022-2023 school term. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7dcb2f0b-839d-41eb-9498-88fafb9304b8/IMG_2365.jpeg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Mary is surrounded by the splendor of autumn on October 27 at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/04e6f328-2b93-480f-9109-508a24245685/Acts+Retreat+%28002%29.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish (right) and Mary Castro, head of religious education at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Von Ormy, Texas, address 50 leaders of the Women’s Acts Retreats on September 10. The gathering focused on the personal relationship that Jesus has with each of us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/af6a059f-45e5-4a57-9253-87aaa226c1d4/IMG_1409.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Ohio Valley Marine Corps League Detachment No. 882 visited Mt. Assisi Place on October 5, to “retire the colors,” lowering the tattered American flag and raising a new, larger flag on the pole near the main entrance. The ceremony also presented an opportunity to honor veterans living and and deceased who are near and dear to the Residents, including those in our Sisters’ families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2735a1c1-1a54-4ef0-9db6-5a5b4cbc8637/IMG_0751.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out On behalf of the St. Vincent DePaul Society at the Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., Sister Marie Therese Sherwood (center) accepts a $500 check on November 14, from the Ifeatu-Ifediche Anambra Women of New Jersey toward Thanksgiving baskets for those in need. The ladies who presented the check are also St. Matthias parishioners. The Ifeatu Ifediche Anambra Women are a nonprofit organization that supports underprivileged women and children in the United States and Nigeria. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9e300f93-062a-43c2-b498-648113722101/IMG_1338.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Elaine Hromulak treats her sisters Theresa Cammarata (left) and Bernadette DeMay (center) to a yummy McDonald’s lunch on September 29, at Mt. Assisi Place. Theresa is a permanent resident there, while Bernadette spent time in respite care there last fall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dbe3a356-4f13-4d47-bdb8-9e057b1aaf21/IMG_1426.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Joanne Osborn, a 1973 graduate of Mount Assisi Academy and current Mt. Assisi Place employee, shares a smile with Peyton Celesti, a graduate of our former Mount Assisi Academy Preschool, on October 5. A high school senior, who excels in musical theater, Peyton delivered a soul-stirring rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner during the personal care home’s Retiring the Colors ceremony, during which the old tattered flag lowered and a new one raised on the pole there. Joanne is wearing her father’s Coast Guard cap. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ccebb5bd-36a3-495f-a019-3135d802430b/IMG_3247.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Classmates Helen Busovicki DiFalco, Sister Kevin Berdis and Sister Anece Salay celebrate their collective 78th birthdays with ice cream and good conversation on January 31, at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/20d59d63-28f2-4e3d-92c8-b6c7ff2fd120/IMG_2411.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out With a colorful getup for the Mt. Assisi Place Halloween party on October 31, Sister Virginia Rose Carroll assures us that you can’t possibly be afraid of a witch with a smile that sweet! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d4d9bff7-4656-4d66-bd54-c91e0fe78e4c/IMG_2441.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out It was quite a moooo-ving scene when Nicole Buchlmayer and Kelly Spino, physical therapist at Mt. Assisi Place, both showed up for the Halloween party dressed as cuddly cows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9912108f-73b8-4fb2-8222-113c39b03a92/IMG_2412.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Can you guess what Sister Barbara Ann Webster was for Halloween? With her shiny headpiece and her crafting glue gun strapped on like a space laser, she’s a shooting star, of course! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34574a2c-da63-4d01-8808-66d084f31fa8/IMG_2456.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Rosalia Giba and Karen Buco got in on the fun during the Mt. Assisi Place Halloween party on October 31. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1a688c74-c1ac-44e5-ac4a-e0fb8641bffd/Resized_20221031_205933.jpeg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Marie Buranosky makes a vocation appeal to Karen Vevers, Mt. Assisi Place activities director, who dressed as Sister Mary Hilarity for the Halloween party on October 31. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca81d9ab-8432-4407-9cdc-d78beb37180e/IMG_8118.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out On November 6, a 1892 Steinway & Sons Model-B Victorian concert grand piano was dedicated in memory of Sister Marietta Bankos by her nieces and nephews, Edward (pictured) and Lorie Filipovits and Joseph and Karen Lesko. The piano is at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Catasauqua, Pa., where our dedicated Associate Gary Walbert is pastor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/52a71b25-bab9-4bc4-afeb-db3315b38064/IMG_2155.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out The presence of Chrysostom Academy at Monocacy Manor is apparent with attractive signage and the daily presence of the students and staff. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7eff83a5-a0b2-46f9-bb18-a0e2983f73c2/IMG_1891.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster mixes business and pleasure on October 6, by taking a phone call and cuddling with Bella the Pom, the office mascot of St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1942e1e6-a0a3-4390-bbf0-d96d864472e6/Gracy+%26+Family+11.25.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Gracy Kundukulam enjoys a visit from her New York-based cousin and extended family on November 25, at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/764d7dfd-84a7-49ae-adc5-f4b58a949ee4/Yolanda+%26+Steelers+Fan.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Yolanda Escamilla shows off her Pittsburgh connection by posing with Joel Hernandez, one of her clients at Living Days Adult Day Care in San Antonio Texas. Joel sported his Steelers gear on a day when clients were encouraged to wear the attire of their favorite football teams. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3c4b70dd-eef2-434f-b54d-489d52141bb4/Class+of+%2771+Food+Drive.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Jo Goolish (center) and Yolanda Escamilla joined alumnae from the St. Francis Academy Class of 1971 to sponsor a food drive for the poor in San Antonio, Texas, this fall. The drive ended on November 15, with a lovely luncheon of chicken caldo (soup). The weather was cold, but the spirits of the “girls” were high as they shared their favorite family Thanksgiving celebrations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d088597d-512a-426a-a50f-5fea25e1f585/IMG_2564.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino, resident Dana Funk, and employee Carolyn Klingensmith take part in Mt. Assisi Place’s 2022 Memorial Service on November 16. After a three-year break due to the pandemic, the service returned this year, prayerfully remembering 48 Residents and employees who passed since February 2020. Current Residents and employees welcomed back families of the deceased for a special evening of scripture and song. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/be7f5db2-7add-464d-9305-ee28faa71bca/20221202_140305_1670007823270.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out An avid participant in the Poetry Club at Mt. Assisi Place, Sister Karen Buco recites one of her poems during the group’s December 2 gathering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/877363d2-dd80-400d-9f82-0c45f46f15dd/IMG_7612.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese greets Max, a parishioner's 11-year-old pup, during Blessing of the Animals at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J. on October 2. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2b4fbcd9-b339-4ff6-9849-601b6db19b9e/IMG_1500+%28002%29.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Delicious Thanksgiving desserts await the Sisters at Monocacy Manor on November 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ea1bd316-f704-4652-ba69-60489aa769bf/Pittsburgh+Deceased+Religious+Mass+11.6.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Some of our Sisters in the Pittsburgh area attended the Diocese of Pittsburgh’s Mass for Deceased Religious on November 6, at the home of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Baden, Pa. Can you spot any of our Sisters among the crowd? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d17cb946-9f6d-4b5c-b7a9-8b03cb3f7cca/IMG_0940.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Photos of Sisters Norberta Kralosky, Grace Chermack and Francesca Parana adorn a ceremonial table at Vincentian Home in Pittsburgh on November 2, for the nursing home’s annual memorial service for deceased residents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/30ec814d-2daf-4e37-a670-d27f5771b8d3/IMG_2515.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba visits the grave of her parents, John and Julia, at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Cemetery on November 4. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aafbb118-e7b9-446e-9fc6-2876a1eabb9a/SFCR+Decorating+11.30.22.jpeg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart and Lauren Martin arrange Christmas decorations at St. Francis Center for Renewal on November 30. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/801e2e87-87ad-4cbf-adac-14e68504b670/58a88407-37f7-4cbb-872a-e41bd5bfe034.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out On December 26, Sister Frances Marie Duncan accompanies Sisters from the India Province on a trip to the Thumboormuzhy Dam. Since the water level was low, many people climbed on the rocks near the water. When the river is full, the rocks on which the Sisters are perched cannot be seen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0e45d0cf-7b70-407f-b313-25e221a81e57/IMG_1512.JPG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos shows off the holiday handiwork of the challenged adults she ministers to in Bethlehem, Pa. “I so enjoy them,” she says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/31ce82e5-e427-46e2-817b-159e4182b48e/IMG_1496.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Mr. and Mrs. Claus put the squeeze on Sister Mary Martha Zammatore during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Holiday Craft Fair & Bake Sale at Mullen Hall on November 5. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a60f6d00-29d3-46df-9c1d-684d4eeb4fa6/Lauren+Cookies+12.2.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out St. Francis Center for Renewal’s sweet-smiling Lauren Martin bakes Christmas cookies on December 2, for SFCR’s Cookie Decorating Day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9629324e-c5f9-469c-a818-8fd7fdef202e/Fontanini+Village+Building+12.2.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Denise Olshausky and Anece Salay collaborate to erect the detailed Fontanini village at Mt. Assisi Place on December 2. The Sisters stepped in to help on short notice when the former Marian Hall family who erects the village each year experienced a medical emergency over Thanksgiving weekend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/36fe2540-54e9-411b-bfaf-168c932a139a/IMG_9286.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out The staff of St. Francis Center for Renewal — Lauren Martin, Lisa Davis, Joanne Anderson and Daniella Normando — surround Mrs. Claus (lovingly brought to life by Sister M. Virginelle Makos) during SFCR’s Holiday Craft Fair & Bake Sale in Mullen Hall on November 5. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d2424b93-3b3b-4009-a77f-ca2c4a4bb505/IMG-0116.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica, Pat Marie Buranosky and Mary Lou Metro visit Sisters Place on November 22 to deliver a beautiful painting donated to the nonprofit by Dale and Rita Stewart, Sister Pat Marie’s sister and brother-in-law. Done by an Italian artist, the painting had been in the Stewart Family for more than two decades. As part of their monthly Chapter of Renewal, Sisters from Mt. Assisi Place took up a collection and brought along a basket of goodies for the staff at Sisters Place. Also shown at right is Carol Pachuta, sister of late Sister Geraldine Ann Kasper, who graciously transported the painting in her van. While they were there, the group also enjoyed a tour of the new Sisters Place location, which helps single mothers find stable housing and employment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0f768ded-f42f-43e2-8b64-4c12ccada369/IMG-4782.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out On December 21, Sister Frances Marie Duncan visited a classroom in India where Sister Limci (second from right) teaches a special education class. Also shown are Sister Reena Kuriyan and one of the CMI fathers who run the school. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3aeadf23-4b8e-44a8-b09e-03c8860a511c/Cookies+3.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart gets in the on colorful action during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Cookie Decorating Day on December 11, in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5d6cc0c6-4e21-4096-aa71-cd24ecaf3241/12.21.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out On December 21, Sister Frances Marie Duncan visits Amala Hospital in Thrissur, India, where some of our Sisters work. There is a special Ayurvedic Hospital and research center there, which is headed by the Sister in the white habit. They grow their own herbs in this garden and surrounding area, process the herbs, and make their own medicines. Also pictured are Sister Reena Kuriyan, provincial of the India Province; Sister Nadhia, who works in medical social work at the hospital; and Sister Reena Varghese, who teaches nursing. She served in the U.S. at Marian Hall for a few years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0c838377-db37-4ef5-ad83-0a874aefcaa1/IMG_2540.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and St. Francis Academy alum Debbie Stevenson hang out at the Monocacy Farm Project table during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Holiday Craft Fair & Bake Sale in Mullen Hall on November 5. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d8a5f52a-f8ff-41ee-99bc-b83c56c1a0fe/Religion+Books+%232+%28002%29.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish works with Mary Castro (head of religious education programs at Sacred Heart Parish), Diane Saenz (secretary at St. Gerard Catholic High School) and Toni Bazaldua (an active member of Sacred Heart) in October to transfer religion books from the high school to the parish, both in San Antonio, Texas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00b061ce-24a9-4963-a528-ed46461ea3b7/Resized_Resized_20221124_160642+%28002%29.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters gather for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner in the Monocacy Manor kitchen on November 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b363a1b3-7462-479b-9f07-b0f40d4ce94b/Thanksgiving+Singalong+11.22.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino and Karen Vevers, activities director, lead a fun and festive Thanksgiving sing-along at Mt. Assisi Place on November 22. Sister Lorita Kristufek provided the music. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2e52a730-ad88-4b5f-86d8-d6e412f7cf54/IMG_2875.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica shares a smile with Sister Barbara Ann Lengvarsky during the Mt. Assisi Place resident Christmas party on December 16. Sister Barbara Ann is among four members of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth who reside at MAP and join our Sisters for prayer and celebrations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3fd698f5-ce65-4e6c-9e4d-47f1ee26f591/SFA-T+Memorial+Mass+11.19.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Yolanda Escamilla and Jo Goolish take part in the St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association Remembrance Mass on November 19, in San Antonio, Texas. Celebrated at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, the service included the Prayer of St. Francis, singing of the SFA school song, and a photo display remembering deceased alumnae. The celebrant wore a chasuble adorned with the San Damiano Cross. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9184a78f-33fc-4a5d-a53e-28185a1909b0/IMG_2851.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay shares some fun stories with resident Dana Funk during the Mt. Assisi Place resident Christmas party on December 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f7841173-9d2b-478e-8852-5c22f23bee2b/IMG_2858.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Anece Salay, Jeanne Marie Ulica, Cecilia Jacko, Bernadine Marie Stemnock and (mystery arm) Barbara Ann Webster raise a toast during the Mt. Assisi Place resident Christmas party on December 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cadabccd-c285-4c62-8bb3-1ab243355692/IMG_2841.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out A lovely Christmas tree adds some sparkle and shine to the dining room at San Damiano Convent in Pittsburgh on December 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/81529cd1-1f0d-44b1-a1ed-3ad921dd101c/IMG_2988.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma greets Mt. Assisi Place’s own Santa Claus — resident Joseph Hepburn — who made a moving entrance to the resident Christmas party on December 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ecbbc759-7b02-441a-ab28-aea04db10456/IMG_2934.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Eve Blostic shows off the festive holiday eyewear she won during the Mt. Assisi Place resident Christmas party on December 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f7ad5645-1e83-4b84-a438-48128894569f/IMG_9020.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko enjoys opening the present each Mt. Assisi Place resident received on December 21, courtesy of Advanced Home Health. The package included a calendar, blanket, puzzle books and other goodies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c5b9b9d2-f248-41f5-8aed-8e5ccb8dd0eb/IMG_2388.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out This crucifix made entirely of clothes pins was among the impressive works Sister Barbara Ann Webster displayed during a Pittsburgh-area crafts fair in November. All of her projects use common household items as part of a reduce, reuse and recycle theme. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1efc448c-9e1c-49e4-af2c-2233366dbdc9/Resized_20221214_112550.jpeg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Joyce Burkhart was among the Mt. Assisi Place residents to bake and decorate Christmas cookies on December 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ba3a4beb-a846-4df4-be0e-06c41b9c59b2/kdQui2DSTxaCR0mAALGWTg.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out As Sisters Francine Garganta and Rosaria Shina watch, Sister Marie Bernadette Kelleher opens a gift on January 6, at Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/337b75a1-d6c3-4fc3-bab4-8ddf270edf1c/zyZh2OHuTcSwb1Y5i9RMkA.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sandwiched by Sisters Donna Pusch and Ann Marie Yenca, Sister Irene Novak takes part in the gift exchange at Monocacy Manor on January 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/579b7580-df3c-4176-8c6e-34f49c134283/12.1.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Steeni of the India Province snapped this selfie of Sister Frances Marie Duncan and the Sisters in Shahada, India, on December 1. During her visitation trip to the province, the Sisters took Sister Frances Marie on a “field trip” to a local sugar cane plant and, on the way back, stopped in this beautiful field of sunflowers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/31348973-66bd-4f7a-9619-cb444eca986d/eI_j1UBrTxyWn16J9sDIZQ.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out The great staircase at Monocacy Manor is adorned in greens, lights and bows for the holidays. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9dbe59f0-8f99-4731-902a-bf27fd8a203e/IMG_1508.JPG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos got creative on Christmas Day when she arranged the breakfast fruit in the shape of a Christmas tree. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/48d04162-cbec-4940-828a-55c6dfe4454c/A9kFQ6YOS_qYEJ-v5Bkhag.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Our Sisters at Monocacy Manor gather in the Reception Room for prayers, songs and a fun gift exchange during their Epiphany Celebration on January 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/daab721d-8110-4140-8b33-eddd343e731c/Coffee+Drive.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Yolanda Escamilla and Jo Goolish collaborate with the St. Francis Academy Class of 1971 to collect coffee for the the Catholic Worker House in San Antonio, Texas, throughout December. The effort helped to ensure that the less fortunate at least have a cup of warm coffee on cold days. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/90538c2c-39b6-4920-825e-0365acb2aa68/Simply+Prayer+12.6.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos engages a sizeable gathering of prayerful people during “Simply Prayer: The Meaning of Christmas” on December 6, at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b1b331cf-ec13-47cf-9bef-ab30a25cf10f/AH+Communion+Service.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Joyce Burkhart and Pat Marie Buranosky (who took the photo) join Cindy McCullough (Mt. Assisi Place employee and 1975 alum) and residents Betty Donovan and Ruth Ann Ondo for a morning Rosary and Communion service in Antonia Hall at Mt. Assisi Place on December 27. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/570fecfa-8391-4439-82ce-314bf9f76f82/325401986_3368161650111956_1854654199589358088_n.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out St. Francis Academy alumnae gather on January 13, at Teka Molino in San Antonio, Texas. The group hosts a monthly breakfast for all alums, usually at a different local eatery each month. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bb5bb85d-29a8-467b-ba49-0c716e2f7789/Sr.MT+SVDP+1.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood leads an evening retreat on January 3, with members of the St. Vincent DePaul Society at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/485e2b89-c1a7-4ee7-a0f3-782ba3757633/12.23.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Among the stops during her visitation trip to India in December, Sister Frances Marie Duncan spent some time at Jubilee Hospital on December 23, with Sister Lissy Matthew, head of the gastro ICU, and two of her staff members. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/01ee0ce5-abe0-4c7f-8409-da230ae40982/12.25.22.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Frances Marie Duncan celebrates Christmas in the dining room of the provincial house in Kerala, India, with Sisters Vincy and Rincy Thermadam. The biological twins are both nurses — one at Jubilee Hospital, and the other at Paalana Institute. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2c4ee950-ec96-4c3e-9029-ee53538922a7/Franny%27s+Foot.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out On January 17, the always resourceful Sister Frances Marie Duncan shows off the leg support she rigged for herself so she can keep tooling around the Generate in Rome while nursing a broken ankle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/103a7b73-0948-4912-8f09-3467693c01dd/IMG_3114.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Karen Buco and Eve Blostic get ready to dig into a decadent truffle made by alum Joanne Osborn as the featured dessert for the Sisters’ monthly birthday celebration at Mt. Assisi Place on January 29. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe066787-6226-4a87-b0a0-0f9f5f1902ed/IMG_6131.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Postponed by a COVID outbreak among choir members in December, St. Francis Center for Renewal’s “Caroling & Candlelight” event finally happened on January 8, as “A Celebration of the Epiphany.” Replacing the traditional Christmas Vespers at Monocacy Manor, the event filled the White House Chapel with song and stories told by our Sisters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fa11dc4c-ca5b-43d9-a612-25daca179f9a/327573291_838761570553871_6836645695582057161_n.jpg Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Bea Zepeda Alvarado, a 1965 graduate of St. Francis Academy, presents a donation check on behalf of St. Francis Academy Alumnae Association to Sister Jo Goolish in January. The monies were raised at the 2022 SFA Summer Dance, which is held each year in the former SFA gym. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d381e560-387f-4f3c-b82f-5ea366a0c4a9/image_processing20200423-15418-1111v96.png Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5c762ca7-dfd5-4957-be43-bf5f73e39162/IMG_1369.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out Although she remains a Pittsburgh Steelers fan at heart, Sister Gracy Kundukulam joins a Holy Family Manor volunteer in his enthusiasm for the Philadelphia Eagles, as they head to the Super Bowl. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/346d4e0a-a487-4359-bdbb-33fc4733aa12/IMG_1434.JPEG Life in Pictures Winter 2023 - Make it stand out A rabid fan of her beloved Philadelphia sports teams, Sister Francine Garganta tries on a Super Bowl ring belonging to Jim Villani, a member of the St. Francis Center for Renewal Board of Directors who played for the Eagles in the 1980s. The team is Super Bowl-bound to face the Kansas City Chiefs on February 12. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spring-raffle-2023 daily 0.75 2025-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b882ea53-4557-488f-b480-cacfc8366c87/Ticket+2023.jpg Spring Raffle 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/god-is-watching-us daily 0.75 2023-03-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c96ede1f-cf17-4377-92c6-344ad55f233d/AdobeStock_140044584.jpeg God is Watching Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/533c73b1-07ec-48b4-b9fc-8333a6d689b0/IMG_0041.jpg God is Watching Us - Make it stand out Sister Anece https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/with-open-arms daily 0.75 2023-04-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8d0a7989-873b-4cc6-a312-45fa3b657d68/IMG_4080.JPEG With Open Arms - Make it stand out Sisters and friends gather on April 16, to bless the new Franciscan Resource Center in West View, Pa. It opened to the public on April 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7baa251c-2cae-454a-b524-ab0b3313f805/IMG_4100.JPEG With Open Arms - Make it stand out Sister Mary Anne Ulrich, a Sister of the Holy Spirit, enjoys lively conversation at the FRC. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72aebe46-5673-44b4-8b4c-fe64272fb64a/IMG_4022.jpg With Open Arms - Make it stand out In additional to spiritual resources, the Center’s shelves are filled with artifacts from the Sisters’ ministries around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29f2c0f7-ec91-4aa1-b881-8e6a2612e7e9/IMG_4054.jpg With Open Arms - Make it stand out Sisters and friends of all ages take part in an opening prayer service at the new FRC on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f3d2296a-5090-4211-809e-8704f609f225/IMG_4092.jpg With Open Arms - A Connection Across Centuries On April 16, 1209, Pope Innocent III approved the first Franciscan Rule, and the Order received its canonical status. On this date, many Franciscans throughout the world formally renew their commitment to the Franciscan way of life. As the FRC blessing also was held on April 16, the Franciscan Sisters in attendance — including Sister Adelina Garcia shown at left — renewed their vows as part of the service. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spiritual-second-chances daily 0.75 2023-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3e653c1a-d8d6-4737-b448-86513f5e2b2f/IMG-0823.jpg Spiritual Second Chances - Make it stand out Throughout the pandemic, Sister Mary Martha led small online Rosary sessions with those thirsting for spiritual nourishment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e54f5538-29c3-4900-8ec8-f6829dadd2d8/Sister+Mary+Martha+Zammatore.jpg Spiritual Second Chances - Make it stand out Sister Mary Martha https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/feeding-the-need daily 0.75 2023-04-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2609f795-cca8-44c0-8f46-50b1548a57a7/IMG_3647.jpg Feeding the Need - Make it stand out Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Anece Salay add a few last-minute items to the impressive haul of food collected at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh during the Sisters' spring food drive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/687a1920-1fcf-453d-a17d-2bb93f6edf75/Franklin+Food+Bank+4.1.23.jpg Feeding the Need - Make it stand out Sisters Maria Derecola (left) and Marie Therese Sherwood package produce at Franklin Food Bank in Somerset, N.J. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/984df892-fd23-4e6d-83a8-12bf18f0528b/Resized_20230331_141849.jpeg Feeding the Need - Make it stand out Sisters and Residents at Mt. Assisi Place color Easter placemats to brighten the spirits of local families in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/52407a53-2f70-4877-8821-c3b1c484e0a9/Meat+Delivery.jpg Feeding the Need - Make it stand out Volunteers at the Catholic Worker House in San Antonio, Texas, accept a delivery of meat products from Sister Jo Goolish (left). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f6ef5442-49fc-4aa3-8f1c-afd0e1be2a3b/IMG_3654.jpg Feeding the Need - Make it stand out Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney and a volunteer unload food donations at Light of Life Rescue Mission’s food pantry on Pittsburgh’s North Side. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spring-raffle-2025 daily 0.75 2025-06-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/56566506-d15d-40b6-8771-b67945175276/Ticket+2025.jpg Spring Raffle 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/gift-of-years daily 0.75 2023-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/28b9e61c-9e05-42a6-a00c-6a7ab73a2e51/Senior+Day+at+SFCR+2023.jpg The Gift of Years - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood (seated at center) with parishioners from St. Matthias who attended the 2023 Senior Day program at St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1977 daily 0.75 2023-10-09 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1972-1 daily 0.75 2026-02-09 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-angela-koval daily 0.75 2023-06-07 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-celestine-kasko daily 0.75 2023-06-07 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-immaculata-vavrek daily 0.75 2025-06-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1e46ddae-1032-417a-b84f-38eb43c48dfe/Sister+Immaculata.jpg Sister Immaculata Vavrek - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/97427abb-6cd6-4327-bc34-143988a161dd/Immaculata+Vavrek+%282%29.jpg Sister Immaculata Vavrek - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1f45e680-a62f-48b4-afec-dab67c5f818b/Immaculata+Older.jpg Sister Immaculata Vavrek - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7a6a8a06-541a-48fc-8646-cbb47e9c1a6c/S.Immaculata.jpg Sister Immaculata Vavrek - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/life-in-pictures-spring-2023 daily 0.75 2023-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3561f38-7abb-4d51-bbb6-2dcb47e39724/IMG_0200.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Donna Pusch, Francine Garganta and Anita Kuchera collectively celebrated their special birthdays at Monocacy Manor on February 29. Sister Donna turned 80 on February, while Sisters Francine (January 27) and Anita (January 15) turned 90 this year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f5b02e6b-59a7-4499-bd16-3ce682e67634/IMG_0199.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Roseann Velas presents Sister Donna Pusch with a basket of 80 marshmallow Peeps for her 80th birthday. Sister Donna is wild about the colorful Easter creations, which are made by Bethlehem-based Just Born Inc., not far from Monocacy Manor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5bcfcc7b-6a17-4025-8c73-307029065d06/St.+Matthias+Stations+3.17.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood leads Stations of the Cross at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., on March 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d1a64c52-9523-4293-81a4-03374dd892c4/IMG_3484+edit.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Volunteer Judy Campbell presents a delighted Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney with a stuffed alpaca at the Provincial Office in Pittsburgh on February 22. Now named Taco, the soft friend lives in Sister Pat’s office and has some seasonal clothing and accessories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a9e81d91-df4f-4d21-87f8-6376ee9f09d2/IMG_3291.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino welcomes new resident Constance McKee to Mt. Assisi Place on February 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/44e61924-92cf-4721-ba1a-cb5ecc2a6dc3/IMG_3283.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino leads weekly Bible study for Marian Hall residents at Mt. Assisi Place on February 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1c9efa73-6a29-4fef-8c11-51325ac40e7e/IMG-0303.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Lou Metro (left) and Lorita Kristufek (right) take part in a work session with Sister Frances Marie Duncan during the U.S. Province spring gathering on March 11, at Kearns Spirituality Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb61966b-4331-4c58-918d-16d886786839/IMG-0305.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Elaine Hromulak, Georgette Dublino and Anece Salay take part in a work session during the U.S. Province spring gathering on March 11, at Kearns Spirituality Center Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/535244d4-6ace-47bb-a46d-4c00babc95d3/IMG_5930.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Mahoney joins Sisters from other communities to celebrate Catholic Sisters Week at a “Share the Cookies” event for students of Robert Morris University on March 14. The event was sponsored by the university’s Campus Ministry office. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/96a95afd-1ab8-4b49-8d82-1b90c32829e4/IMG_6569.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Roseann Velas and Marguerite Stewart were among the enthusiastic participants in a Lenten painting workshop at St. Francis Center for Renewal on March 19. Local artist Jillian Speranza led the amateur artists through a spiritual painting project that each got to take home at the end of the day. Jillian will return to SFCR on September 29, to lead an autumn painting workshop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ddaa59b1-ba51-4225-901f-5bc5da3ec016/Simply+Prayer+3.14.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos leads a Lenten session of “Praying with the Psalms” at St. Francis Center for Renewal on March 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7ccc5e69-b1b0-473c-9b97-742608f449cc/338142170_258484326514286_4135696337141182905_n.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Eighth-grade students of Sister Carol Ann Papp at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy take part in a moving presentation of Living Stations of the Cross on April 24 at St. Cyril of Alexandria Church in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dc90db03-8aee-437c-a9cc-652c9840bbc8/IMG_3739.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Xavier Bomberger, Anece Salay and Georgette Dublino serve as readers during the Easter Vigil at Mt. Assisi Place on April 8. The flowers were beautifully arranged by Sister Ancy Francis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0867e624-9539-4de7-857a-f73238447354/IMG_3612.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay enjoys a visit from her sister, Judy, and niece, Jo, at Mt. Assisi Place on March 30. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/629bb046-11f9-48f1-88f0-fda29399c778/IMG_3881.jpeg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia proudly attends the induction ceremony of her niece, Christina Lieb, into the Indiana County Sports Hall of Fame on May 21. Now a physical therapist and mom of two active kids, Christina was a prolific track and field, volleyball and basketball athlete during her days at Penns Manor High School and Penn State. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d61c68d7-9ac5-4f6a-a214-125ef9b7db93/IMG_7927.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out All aboard! Sisters Rosalia Giba and Pat Marie Buranosky take a ride on the “Mount Assisi Express” elevator on March 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3e546287-3683-4b52-a20f-f271ba745b0f/IMG_3747.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Former member Annabelle McGannon and Sisters Roselyn Kuzma and Ancy Francis are blessed with holy water by Father Dennis Klemash, OFM Cap, during the Easter Vigil at Mt. Assisi Place on April 8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a5aeadb3-e086-4e50-830f-79669fd63e90/IMG_3676.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Teachers from Amazing Scholar Academy Preschool — formerly Mount Assisi Academy Preschool — visited Mt. Assisi Place April 4 to deliver “Bubby Bags” for our Sisters and other residents. The bags were generously filled by our preschool families with puzzle books, snacks, toiletries and other fun items. Here, Kathy Duncan, Melissa Neidhardt, Sandy Ulrich and Laurie Merwin visit with Sisters Eve Blostic, Bernadine Marie Stemnock, Lorita Kristufek and Joyce Burkhart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/da38688e-e24c-4e29-8443-76289295bcad/IMG_3665.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out In addition to an Easter gift bag, Sister Eve got a visit from the Chips Family, whose three sons attended preschool at Mount Assisi and at Amazing Scholar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/76c3cdcd-af19-42cd-92c2-c997d7c6fd76/IMG_3672.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out The preschool teachers visit with Sisters Rosalia Giba, Anece Salay and Roselyn Kuzma. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/54763ddc-04d2-41d0-8927-ae1fc3c6bf17/IMG_3668.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba enjoys her Easter gift package from a preschool family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f4f83e86-ddd4-4011-8833-26b793e7588a/IMG_3659.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Still dear friends after teaching together for more than 30 years, Sisters Eve Blostic and Kathy Duncan share an embrace. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb840d78-9229-421e-b91a-b6df1817292f/IMG_3082.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out During a chance encounter at Home Depot on April 15, Sister Mary Lou Metro snuggles up to Lizzie Hyde, the year-old Golden Retriever belonging to our own Linda Hyde. Lizzie was all pooped out from playing with her furry friends at one of the many canine socials she attends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5bc91a6d-7a7a-4daa-9df7-572d0ee1282b/IMG_0238.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Irene Novak celebrates her 90th birthday at Monocacy Manor on April 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9cf04bd5-87a9-4a1e-ad6d-838b6ce153c0/Resized_20230331_141849.jpeg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Ann Webster coordinated coloring of Easter placements by Sisters and Residents at Mt. Assisi Place in early April. The placemats were delivered to nearby Pleasant Valley Shelter to brighten the spirits of local families in need during Easter breakfast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a60202a3-4b33-48d3-9a7a-0b65cc4b0b20/IMG_0243.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Elaine Hromulak, Carol Ann Papp, Frances Marie Duncan, Marian Sgriccia and Mary Lou Metro attend a public art exhibit on March 5 featuring the work of Sister Carol Ann’s art students from Northside Catholic Assumption Academy. Hosted by John A. Hermann Jr. Memorial Art Museum in Bellevue, the free exhibit spotlighted the students’ creativity through a host of inspiration pieces, some of which were designed by two or more students working together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dd805adc-d26a-4b58-a144-543e83fdc10f/IMG_4081.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out The new Franciscan Resource Center is filled with Sisters and friends for an opening blessing on April 16 in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6d6308e8-5c6d-4ea9-87ea-5148e4fe31c7/IMG_4029.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Jeanne Marie Ulica share a smile at the blessing of the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/70b99ab5-bc58-4ad6-a328-3c18a1651a36/IMG_4102.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Gracy Kundukulam delivers refreshments to a few of our Sisters at the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/95f37f1c-c537-4920-b6a6-7e90edc654bd/IMG_4024.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Denise Olshausky and Kevin Berdis enjoy good conversation at the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/73c152aa-3dfe-47b7-ab17-1a1f6d2e1817/IMG_4011.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Adelina Garcia explains the mission of the Franciscan Resource Center to visitors on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f94e5f42-915e-4b2e-bf4f-053bd3950096/IMG_4143.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger checks in with Sisters Joyce Burkhart and JoAnn Knaebel during the blessing of the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/75391e49-78e9-4e27-9578-252b09a89c75/IMG_4083.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Denise Olshausky and Mary Xavier Bomberger pray alongside parishioners at the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/db540a88-341d-471c-8753-de421f7ff89c/IMG_4007.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Hilda Marotta chats with Phyllis Sanguigni at the Franciscan Resource Center on April 16. A fellow parishioner at St. Cyril of Alexandria Church, Phyllis is among the regular attendees of FRC programs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/531f0a1f-dfac-460e-ade0-8853ddadd8fb/IMG_4033.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Maggie, the rescue pup belonging to friend and former member Annabelle McGannon, has come a long way since her days in a puppy mill. She’s now social enough that she was able to visit the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/670378ac-13cd-4b19-b804-d3976a3a416c/IMG_4054.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Karen Buco, Elaine Hromulak, Barbara Ann Webster, Bernadine Marie Stemnock, Mary Lou Metro and friends take part in an opening prayer service at the new Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8181eaf7-1a9b-42fb-9c2c-26b829f35e73/IMG_3958.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Milissa Bolcar, a 1986 graduate of St. Francis Academy and current president of the St. Francis Center for Renewal Board of Directors, tries out the finger foods during SFCR’s April 13 “friendraising” event at Lara Bly Designs in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/95124ede-7227-43ff-a987-772abbcbacbf/Nancy+Italian+Bingo.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Nancy continues to “moonlight” as the Tombola caller when the Sisters in Italy gather at the holidays. Tombola is a number game that closely resembles Bingo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1f42453f-0baf-402d-a808-bd1c66d43d87/IMG_3961.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster browses at Lara Bly Designs boutique in Bethlehem, Pa., on April 13, during a “friendraising” event for St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f6e20e37-03f9-4a3c-ba9c-37f22834c665/Cookie+Distribution.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish makes a Easter Week delivery of homemade baked goods to elderly shut-ins in San Antonio, Texas. In addition to organizing a food drive for the Catholic Worker House, she and Sister Yolanda Escamilla baked poppyseed, nut and raspberry kolachki to sweeten the season for neighbors in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/355a17c6-4596-40d0-a0a9-608d6dee27ed/IMG_9740.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay as photographed by Sister Dolores on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/188f9593-5d86-4f90-9dfd-efedb6223bb4/IMG_3800.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart shows off her colorful collection following an Easter egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f2c92322-bb33-4030-9ff9-d7d1c4a95b8d/IMG_3795.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Anne Kutch distinguishes plastic eggs from ceramic decorations during an Easter egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14d19dbc-7431-44e9-8e38-eae0805c29c7/IMG_3804.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Francine Garganta and Jean Makovsky are surprised to find a scratch-off lottery ticket among the hidden treasures found during an egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ae4b95bd-3be6-4bf1-8b02-00693a877007/IMG_3793.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Anita Kuchera searches for Easter eggs at Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d89960fa-75eb-421e-a12e-d8e93070103b/IMG_3806.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Francine Garganta finds a scratch-off ticket among her treasures after the Villa Clare egg hunt on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/809277f4-4ec1-4885-91be-2bc472373895/Franklin+Food+Bank+4.1.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Maria Derecola (left) and Marie Therese Sherwood package produce at Franklin Food Bank in Somerset, N.J., on April 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00363691-5009-4fc3-a8f8-f0a190fc7ed0/IMG_3786.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Marge Roncolato, friend and aide in Villa Clare, explains the rules of a belated Easter egg hunt she organized for the Sisters on April 12. The egg hunt was among Marge’s many creative ways to keep the Sisters moving while having so much fun that they forget they are execising. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6a17deac-f7d7-40fd-aea6-96443615d526/IMG_3809.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out After the Sisters in Villa Clare empty all of the goodies from the eggs following their April 12 egg hunt, Sister Gracy Kundukulam collects the eggs to be filled again for next year’s fun. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c5e8e934-8a5f-4f43-8a0a-2788ddf42aa1/IMG_3789.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Irene enjoys the challenge of an egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0640fcb0-e63a-49d8-aa3a-25e4b830050a/IMG_3797.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara DeStefano uses a grabber to collect Easter eggs during a fun-filled egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/860b23ee-1b79-4043-a95f-323466fbc3b1/Senior+Day+at+SFCR+2023.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out As she did in 2022, Sister Marie Therese Sherwood again accompanied a group of ladies from The Catholic Community of St. Matthias to attend the second annual Senior Day at St. Francis Center for Renewal on May 13. Sister Marguerite Stewart engaged all the attendees with a thoughtful discussion on “Celebrating the Gift of Years.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/82384b8d-a89f-4b98-8dd2-1276cf8ffc36/MAP+in+Bloom+4.19.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Flowering trees bloom at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh on April 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bf298a18-fafb-4fc0-a7fa-f450622ebc08/IMG_3654.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney and a volunteer unload food donations at Light of Life Rescue Mission’s food pantry on Pittsburgh’s North Side on April 4. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ce6db913-eb7d-42a0-b60e-6d0a82c9f15f/Pat+Brennan+Bottlecaps.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Brennan packages plastic bottle caps in the basement of St. Ignatius Loyola Convent in West Lawn, Pa., for shipment to a Bancos de Tapitas collection site in Arizona. The caps have been donated by the children and families of St. Ignatius Loyola School, numbering over 260,000 and filling 140 shipping cartons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/035de89e-131c-4980-b481-39a9237413fb/IMG_3642.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out On April 4, Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Anece Salay add a few last-minute items to the impressive haul of food collected at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh during the Sisters' spring food drive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b0b0d166-b8d7-4f34-a1f2-3876afe58994/Meat+Delivery.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Volunteers at the Catholic Worker House in San Antonio, Texas, accept a delivery of meat products from Sister Jo Goolish (left). Along with Sister Yolanda Escamilla, Sister Jo coordinates such a donation quarterly to help families in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f0afe0a0-0d4e-49a9-91b3-d04f9b6bca57/IMG_3541.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out A thought-provoking Lenten bulletin board created by Sister Barbara Ann Webster offers an important reminder at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0ddea232-f380-403e-ab92-d737bfb11042/IMG_0577.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Brown, Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster, M. Virginelle Makos, Marguerite Stewart and friends gather outdoors at Monocacy Farms for a Laudato Si’ Anniversary Week prayer service on May 23. The farm is hosting outdoor Community Drum Circles on the third Tuesday of each month through October. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/80b815a9-9804-4d5d-a570-1488ab06bd2f/IMG_0269.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores captured Sister JoAnn Knaebel’s smile at Mt. Assisi Place on March 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/09715efc-1172-4a01-991c-01d49e06957e/IMG_9540.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Lois Jean DiFalco couldn’t hide her smile when she caught Sister Dolores taking her photo at Mt. Assisi Place on March 10. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/174b4b3d-7862-4ab3-a0c1-bc9667b62c8b/Pam+Payne+2.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Rev. Dr. Pam Payne leads the March 21 session of our “Learning to Live Laudato Si” series at St. Francis Center for Renewal. She focused on the human roots of the ecological crisis." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/06af0c2c-63ca-4be9-9f3c-bed79780fbb5/IMG_5767.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out A quilt lovingly embroidered by Sister M. Virginelle Makos and backed by Liz Ceol, sister of late Sister Marcia Fidishun, is displayed at Fox Optical in Bethlehem, Pa., on April 13. Valued at $3,000, the future heirloom is being auctioned as a benefit for Monocacy Farm Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/07071fea-ad56-4a1c-98d0-be2b6a455e9f/IMG_0337.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos keeps everyone at Monocacy Manor caffeinated on March 18. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b0b38cbd-7a21-469c-90fe-5409b6ea9c6a/IMG_3688.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Mark and Ashley Yundt of The Marquee Kitchen visit Sister Barbara Brown at Tanczos Beverage in Bethlehem on May 27, during a fundraiser for Monocacy Farm Project. In addition to $1 from each adult slushee sold that day, proceeds from various raffles benefitted MFP. Throughout 2023 — the farm’s 10th anniversary season — local businesses like Tanczos are hosting “10 for 10” events to support the farm’s good works. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ced5a68f-2db3-4aa2-b31d-ce0f267242e1/IMG_9527.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock takes part in a prayer service at Mt. Assisi Place on March 10, marking the death anniversary of Mother Hyacinth Zahalka. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b8c1e365-97f9-4528-b705-bc76c399f145/IMG_4563.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Karen Buco listens as John Conte reads poetry aloud during a book release party for “Visions of the Past Through Poetry” at Mt. Assisi Place on June 2. The book includes 17 poems by Mt. Assisi Place residents, including Sister Karen. You can read more about it by clicking here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a857247-a4d0-4b82-96df-0a19baaa6577/IMG_4549.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Karen Buco celebrates the release of the poetry collection “Visions of the Past Through Poetry” with Mt. Assisi Place activities director Karen Vevers, author John Conte and fellow resident and poet Dana Funk on June 2. Sister Karen’s poem “Come Alive” is included in the book. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00eb330c-593f-4b73-9c20-44f7bc5dc3d2/IMG_0339.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores captured this photo of Sister Rosaria Shina at Monocacy Manor on March 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0c3af88e-fa89-4e5b-9dc1-17d3a857366f/IMG_9760.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Virginia Rose Carroll works on a craft project in the Sisters’ community room at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d68edf46-c66e-4b3d-aff6-3c712176fa8e/IMG_9521.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino takes part in a prayer service at Mt. Assisi Place on March 10, marking the death anniversary of Mother Hyacinth Zahalka. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a5f375a4-b7a1-404b-a18c-b91536be8f6e/IMG_4512.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Mahoney welcomed two special visitors to our Provincial Office in Pittsburgh on May 30 — a mother and daughter pair who both graduated from Mount Assisi Academy. Mary Kucan Hamas (MAA 1941) and her daughter Linda Hamas Meisner (MAA 1968) stopped by to see “Sister Patty,” who is a distant cousin. At age 99, Mary is the oldest known living graduate of MAA and looks forward to attending our "Welcome Home" alumnae event in October. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e1acd75a-388c-4f82-bf81-8baff3c2daad/Franciscan+Fed+Conference+6.12.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Brown and Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster — along with Associate Helen McComb — attend the Franciscan Federation’s 2023 Conference June 9-12 in St. Louis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/13804ffb-bef1-445b-9b15-78e44e582bf0/MAP+Deer+5.25.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out A pregnant doe finds a shady spot on the grounds at Mt. Assisi Place on May 25. Keep scrolling to see mom with her fawn a few weeks later. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f45406d5-a6f9-4fb7-bbec-f4dafe537c00/IMG_0321.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Martha Zammatore and Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster fill the White House Chapel with music on March 18. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d2642379-b6dc-4296-a094-a2a35a005a65/IMG-5796.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out On May 7 — the day after the Swiss Guards are sworn in at the Vatican — the guards are able to invite guests for private tours of the Sistine Chapel and part of the Papal Palace near the Sistine Chapel. Sisters Regina Zuk-Olszewska, Frances Marie Duncan and Nancy Celaschi were invited for one of the private tours through a friend of a Swiss Guard. “It was a profound experience to ponder the beauty and history with no crowd around.,” says Sister Frances Marie. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/19a8cc23-457c-4610-8593-184315598ae3/IMG_9776.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Regina Zuk-Olszewska, vicar general, greets Sister Joyce Burkhart at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9542870d-1e19-4887-a8b7-4569160dccc4/IMG_9730.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Denise Olshausky enjoys breakfast with the jurisdiction ministers at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8894e390-e90c-4df4-930d-78866d00c623/IMG_0232.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Georgette Dublino, Jeanne Marie Ulica and Patricia Ann Mahoney accompany the jurisdiction ministers on a sightseeing trip to Mount Washington in Pittsburgh on March 16. Afterwards, the group also took a drive through the city’s North Side, where the Pioneer Sisters first settled in the United States. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ec91e34e-ed8b-4795-aa74-ad9c0dccb16f/IMG_0529.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown welcomes former employee and longtime Associate Helen McComb to a gathering with the jurisdiction ministers when they visited Monocacy Manor in March. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c488c869-6e33-4623-84ab-d4380a1c435c/IMG_3999.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out An expectant goose holds her post atop an egg on April 14, in the curious nesting spot she chose right outside the back entrance to the Monocacy Manor White House. Cones and caution tape were erected nearby to assure her very protective mate that the Sisters would not disturb the expectant mother during their comings and goings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b5352629-7cc4-422e-9914-73ae6c523018/IMG_2516.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia, Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Kevin Berdis listen intently to a participant in the Franciscan Resource Center’s first public program on May 3. The topic was “Living the Gospel Today: The Gifts & Challenges.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c7bf6aa8-823f-47f9-8497-181fb1641359/IMG_2539.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica and Patricia Ann Mahoney engage in thoughtful conversation with patrons of the Franciscan Resource Center on May 24. All were there for Sister Adelina Garcia’s program on “Exploring the Old Testament.” The gentleman, George Ferrance, is a friend of the community and a relative of late Sister Virginia Cummings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/65f3603c-1727-42ec-939e-5452fb592b52/349090348_917363419351137_2395036206066015423_n.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos serves patrons at Monocacy Farm Project’s third annual Spring on the Farm event in Bethlehem, Pa., on May 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/42179954-a678-4852-8138-758725117873/IMG_1246.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Associate Deb Neely and Sisters Marian Sgriccia and M. Virginelle Makos arrive at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 13th Annual Gala and Silent Auction on May 6, in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9d2fa0dd-2d7a-47d9-9564-ae62f4f8067c/IMG_0685.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster greets visitors to information table about Monocacy Farm Project during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. MFP was one of two nonprofits spotlighted during the gala for their good works in the Lehigh Valley. The second was Bloom for Women. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/faf54169-2a28-40c1-b519-9646d4cf52a0/IMG_0747.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Francis Garganta enjoys the Gala on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14bf3b9b-5a45-4f2e-bc03-fec9244e556c/IMG_1335.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Martha Zammatore couldn’t hide her joy during the gala on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/43c56d53-34ab-42e8-8413-5a30310eb9cc/IMG_1440.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Along with some St. Francis Academy alums, Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Mary Xavier Bomberger whoop it up in the photo booth at the St. Francis Center for Renewal Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4712b19b-763f-4c38-88e4-7b5192b31d3c/IMG_1222.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Deborah Karabin Stevenson (St. Francis Academy Class of 1968) and Sister Marguerite Stewart show off their colorful, floral headbands at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0d515502-23a9-4361-b29f-d277505d0b3f/IMG_0746.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Marian Sgriccia and Barbara Brown chat during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Gala & Silent on May 6, in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cd3a549d-1894-4ac4-9fe9-13410b41736d/IMG_9813.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma welcomes visiting jurisdiction ministers to her room at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ba9ed13f-c48d-487c-92a1-4dd7ecfca3b5/IMG_1258.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Donna Pusch and Mary Xavier Bomberger arrive “aboard” St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 13th Annual Gala & Silent Auction on May 6, at Mullen Hall in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8662bcbf-59cf-4a97-9000-a5bc018f4e10/IMG_1447.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Regina Ann Rokosny and Pope Francis have a great time at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Mexico-themed Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1ba9484f-ef08-4e2c-8230-987b22ff1415/IMG_0933.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp recently visited an alpaca farm in Kent, Ohio, where she couldn’t help but feel the spirit of St. Francis. “What a calming experience to walk among the alpacas, who are so gentle,” she says. “Even their gallop is calming and quiet. They love being fed and walk away when they’ve had enough.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d63ee271-6ff5-4cec-9054-755911b691c1/352355103_231919759567072_3233728601957550656_n.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Daniella Normando, financial assistant in Bethlehem, adds some special flavor to the 2023 kickoff of Monocacy Farm Project’s Pick Your Own program on June 3 by cooking spinach and peas from the farm for patrons to sample. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8b88f705-5272-44f9-b38a-4fbf812ba909/IMG_1903.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos leads the season finale of Simply Prayer at St. Francis Center for Renewal on June 6. Her topic was “Love Fills the Void” and focused on letting God’s love into our lives. A new season of the popular monthly gathering will begin in September. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/991ff17e-8bd9-4939-a902-95d510302cfe/IMG_9918.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores evokes a shy smile from Sister Marian Sgriccia at San Damiano convent on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/63e9f2c2-fc38-4983-aad3-6a361ed657ed/IMG_9804.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko, as photographed by Sister Dolores at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8efff45-d5e3-4bc1-9c96-e679707db53f/IMG_1405.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out The St. Francis Academy Class of 1973 was recognized in its 50th anniversary year during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 2023 Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. The “girls” presented Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny, Marguerite Stewart and Mary Xavier Bomberger with a $1,350 donation in gratitude for the Sisters’ influence in their lives. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/10db48bf-e63f-4ff3-9887-8d829f8888ea/IMG_0763.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out On June 20, Sister Virginelle Makos and Marguerite Stewart take part in the first of a series of community drum circles at Monocacy Farms. Led by Catherine Campanero, the gatherings are held outdoors on the second Tuesday of each month through October. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/663b22e9-4052-4a1f-900e-cb705a65987e/IMG_9790.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores captured this lovely portrait of Sister Pat Marie Buranosky at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a6cbee4d-7910-42c0-8f17-706f2207650f/IMG_9515.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out A thoughtful Sister Joyce Burkhart, as photographed by Sister Dolores on March 10, in the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34ffcea8-3ef2-4a9a-9d74-4078377102a5/Ellie.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann presents one of her students, Ellie, with a certificate for participating in the John Herman Art Museum exhibit in March. If you look closely, you’ll see Sister Adelina Garcia, who stopped in with the other Sisters from Kendall House to view the exhibit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d381e560-387f-4f3c-b82f-5ea366a0c4a9/image_processing20200423-15418-1111v96.png Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/352c1618-1558-4746-ade9-dade56f10689/IMG_0472.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out At a reunion of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 on June 7, Sister Pat Marie Buranosky reconnects with Catherine Rapp Brannon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f31f7c73-935c-42ca-95b8-504d882d8fc6/IMG_3522.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out After years of exchanging emails, Nicole Buchlmayer and Sister Anezka Novomestka finally meet in the Provincial Office in Pittsburgh on March 10. Both are responsible for sharing news with our Sisters around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/50ccb556-d1c7-423c-b5fc-960514e433e0/IMG_0502.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out At a reunion of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 on June 7, Sister Pat Marie Buranosky gets a squeeze from Maryann Eckert Doyle. A former boarder, Maryann was in eighth grade at MAA when Sister Pat Marie was a novice. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/114f0e47-11d4-48cd-8bbb-f7f9d986253b/Bishop+of+Hanoi.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out On May 17, faculty and students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy received a surprise visit from Joseph Vũ Văn Thiên, the bishop of Hanoi, Vietnam. Bishop Van Thien was visiting his priests in the United States. Father Dam Nguyen, currently stationed at St. Cyril in Brighton Heights, invited the bishop and several other visiting priests to visit NCAA and our educational system. Principal Rosanne Kwiatowski (far left), Sister Carol Ann Papp and several 8th grade students, were honored to meet this special guest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3509e6dc-8dc4-4216-a219-f6a287702b97/Assisi+5.21.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Nancy Celaschi, Seena Chittilappilly and Mary Xavier Bomberger brave damp, windy weather to do some sightseeing in Assisi on May 21. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8479d86-f8ac-43e3-aa81-34daba3bc92c/IMG_0517.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Marie Buranosky enjoys a reunion of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 at Bravo in Pittsburgh on June 7. “The spirit of the ‘girls’ was so uplifting,” she says. Pictured are Janet Melche D’Alesandro, Ruth Weiser, Catherine Rapp Brannon, Diane Smitzer Kimpton, Maryann Eckert Doyle, Mary Cummings Burgert, Gloria Szyper Clauss and Eileen Walsh Froelich. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/270674d5-ee5d-4b79-94a1-2c80dccda6c3/IMG_4626.JPEG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay delights in cuddling a young visitor to the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on June 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f4038646-676f-4fb5-98e4-243bd8ef8d6f/Rummage+Sale+2.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla help out at a yard sale on May 27 at the San Antonio home of Sister Yolanda’s sister, Blanca Sanchez. The $300 in proceeds provided meat products for the Catholic Worker House, which feeds many of the local street people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a058b4ac-338b-43d8-94c5-0482dca0124f/Sacred+Heart+for+Serrans+6.13.23.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart leads a discussion of the Sacred Heart on June 13 for the Serra Club of Bethlehem, Pa. Returning to St. Francis Center for Renewal for the first time since the onset of the pandemic, the Serrans are dedicated to fostering vocations to the priesthood and religious life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3795a000-da1e-440f-9186-057a5516d077/IMG_3802.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out On June 16, Sisters Loretta Motko, Anita Kuchera, Anne Kutch and Barbara DeStefano — along with Villa Clare aide Lucinda — shell and pint peas grown at Monocacy Farms in preparation for Monocacy Farm Project’s Pick Your Own day on June 17. Patrons can come to the farm twice a week to pick their own fresh vegetables. As MFP has harvested a bounty of peas early in the growing season, other batches have been pinted for distribution to families in need through ProJeCt of Easton, SS. Simon & Jude food pantry and Central Moravian Food Pantry, all in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d0761ad9-7abc-48fe-821d-f725d759b20c/IMG_9510.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out In addition to capturing our Sisters in candid moments, Sister Dolores also took some beautiful images of our homes and statues, including this one at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/24a6e95b-a0b7-4b3e-993f-3a92ab589a1e/MAP+Deer+6.15.23.JPG Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Remember our expectant doe shown in an earlier photo? Our Sisters at Little Flower House have enjoyed watching the antics of her and her young fawn, photographed here by employee Tammy Towers enjoying the property at Mt. Assisi Place on June 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b2ead47f-326f-4fc6-9789-ca06eef860ab/Stones.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp spent some time in early summer along the shores of Lake Erie gathering more than 60 beautiful, smooth stones of all shapes and sizes to use in her art classes this fall. “The waters really smoothed the surfaces of the rocks, making them perfect for painting or creating small sculptures with the art students,” she says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e81b8089-eaa9-4ea2-85c3-3eb3b07f6292/Eli+Birthday+Cookout.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster — accompanied by Daniella Normando — cooked up some hot dogs, hamburgers and farm-fresh veggies on May 24, as the Monocacy Farm Project team and maintenance staff from Monocacy Manor celebrated the birthday of MFP farmer Anton Shannon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7a2a2f19-5559-4a1d-96b0-11268ec37c01/IMG_0954.jpg Life in Pictures Spring 2023 - Make it stand out During her family’s recent trip to Ocean City, Md., Nicole Buchlmayer viewed stunning biblical sand sculptures created by artist Randy Hofman. The large and intricately-detailed sculptures can be viewed right along the Ocean City Boardwalk, where Randy swaps out the scenes periodically. This depiction of Noah’s Ark was freshly finished on July 4. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-great-daddy daily 0.75 2023-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f0656c1f-3ff9-4a26-8ccf-f311a3e6008c/Gibas+%282%29.jpg A Great Daddy - Make it stand out John Giba is shown with his wife, Julia, in this undated photo. Four of their daughters — Mary, Barbara, Rosalia and Bernadette — became members of the School Sisters of St. Francis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5aa3383f-b3d7-4c0f-9110-57e4d8502672/Sister+Rosalia+Giba.jpg A Great Daddy - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/fathers-day-2023 daily 0.75 2023-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592582984019-JVUV6NBQRGPHO9TXWL4Z/Lorita%2B%2526%2BParents.jpg Father's Day 2023 Baby Sister Lorita, baptized as Carol, with her parents Stephen and Anna Kristufek in the late 1940s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592582297439-N8XRIW7J94WE0PXUGZ8O/Kristufeks.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Lorita Kristufek (right) and her family in the Pennsylvania town of Ambridge the 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592599204582-IZTMONO4IGDKZK24ECYI/Mr.%252BKristufek.jpg Father's Day 2023 A young Steven Kristufek ran a grocery store. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592582255004-FEHXH2FNOUX1S7F38GXA/Lorita%2B%2526%2BParents%2BSept.%2B1973.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Lorita is visited by her parents during her days as a student at the University of Dayton in 1973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592583080645-WGE4512PX462IFNUXIH0/Lorita%252527s%252BParents%252BOlder.jpg Father's Day 2023 Older, wiser Stephen Kristufek, still smiling as ever. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f025b65c-792f-4858-b1ce-3d0a4b3be679/Sister+Lorita+Kristufek.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Lorita https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b56c1b8d-b338-43ce-ac8a-0e293e181dc5/Sister+Virginelle+Makos.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Virginelle https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592602662153-3GQO4IS6D96SA3YW0T8U/history-clipart-old-book-12.png Father's Day 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592583436093-WP4QAQEGTDICY1S9UA56/Mr.%2BMakos.jpg Father's Day 2023 John Makos, shown here as a soldier during World War II, is remembered for his gentle way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592583487292-ZSA9HB7NXV3IRKLTX85P/Kraloskys%2B1962.jpg Father's Day 2023 Andrew and Anna Kralosky attend the 50th Jubilee Mass at St. Gabriel Parish on Pittsburgh’s North Side in 1962. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592584139909-EZMS2WMHHC6573M1H7HL/Norberta%2B2017.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Norberta https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592602963100-1NL3HK7CIP29NJNYXJTG/Scooter.png Father's Day 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592585088236-CDISNM8X4WAFCQYQZCIF/Marie%2BTherese%2B%2526%2BDad%2B1.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Marie Therese (left, her dad and her sister, Annie, on her Reception Day in August 1962 in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592585029391-8EUADHP5KWOQ3EXS1R8P/Sister%2BMarie%2BTherese%2BSherwood.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Marie Therese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592592956040-3WDGV3NPBNOD998GDJ78/Marie%252BTherese%252B%252526%252BDad%252B2.jpg Father's Day 2023 A pint-sized Sister Marie Therese with her beloved dad, Thomas, on a park outing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592594562054-HO2YRDJJBPD445OK3GSF/Bonnie%2B%2526%2BDad%2B1.jpg Father's Day 2023 As a student of yard work at such a young age, it’s no wonder than Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster — shown here alongside her late father, Albert — grew up to pioneer the Monocacy Farm Project in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fef2b042-fd25-4ef2-801a-dc2cc39806af/Sister+Bonnie+Marie+Kleinschuster.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Bonnie Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f89d9b08-6718-48aa-aa65-13be3ca4d73f/Sister+Patricia+Ann+Mahoney.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Patricia Ann https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592591859183-3EL4X9NZ7W6TPJBBZ4YU/Mr.%2BMahoney.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney shared this photo of her and her late father, Wilfred Mahoney, on the back porch of Mount Assisi Convent in Pittsburgh. The photo was taken sometime during Sister Pat’s first year after novitiate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592593030630-TUYGXP1XAXQJ9C8ZMM27/Hromulaks.jpg Father's Day 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592592895345-J886D63MTBA7ACB5J0F7/IMG_0557.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Elaine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592602993701-Q9LWA4SIBYJFZEEYPFHJ/Buick.png Father's Day 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592592156597-MT6NX8H02GJT3QK4SQNP/Raymond%2BCelaschi.jpg Father's Day 2023 Raymond Celaschi https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592593129539-R6KPEQML2TLKY8WFL56P/IMG_1325.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Nancy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592596179827-HRA3ICWKZ02VE8NIX3S1/Carol%2BAnn%2BPortrait%2B2.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Carol Ann https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592595814907-G22E18KD9MKA07RR8JOO/Mr.%2BPapp.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Carol Ann Papp (right) with her late father, Zoltan Papp, and her sister, Patricia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592596230795-JW3PYD3CF38LVFX5BI5X/Franny+%26+Dad.jpg Father's Day 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592596506945-CUKKLPIE79MGUYZ747JR/Sister%2BFrances%2BMarie%2BDuncan.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Frances Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592598156724-P529MBIKORADSSDMZC6I/Dublinos.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Georgette Dublino (left) with her beloved father, George Olin Dublino, and her sister Donna. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6d4ad62b-b830-4e22-a390-79085b577ffc/Sister+Georgette+Dublino.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Georgette https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a54aefb3-e3ca-4ba4-988a-2f3e7e5e64f1/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Karen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592602900034-2O0XCMX2WQHY5GTDPUTE/Clock.png Father's Day 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b3cda924-7bbf-4fd3-a07a-b1c373d47b25/Karen+%26+Parents.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Karen and her parents, Andrew and Angela, celebrate her 25th Jubilee in 1984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592598612964-O9FBHGALB98Q5E93DPNK/Kuzmas.jpg Father's Day 2023 The late Joseph and Anna Kuzma https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1592598705372-5B533EQUEX8XQM9PP142/IMG_2959.jpg Father's Day 2023 Sister Roselyn https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-rosalia-giba daily 0.75 2023-07-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/96358dd5-002e-4929-8987-faeac84cdd2c/Sister+Rosalia+Giba.jpg Sister Rosalia Giba - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a4cc8b35-6af4-4140-a628-c758f732320a/Sister+Rosie+1978.jpg Sister Rosalia Giba - Make it stand out 1978 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/19248e48-c2e0-4c80-a3af-d67453bc5cb7/Sister+Rosie+1960s.jpg Sister Rosalia Giba - Make it stand out 1960s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5441b094-63f9-4883-b2e6-75db5b8cde97/RosiePreschoolMinistry.jpg Sister Rosalia Giba - Make it stand out With youngsters at Mount Assisi Academy Preschool in 2016. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-barbara-giba daily 0.75 2023-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2bef297f-cdfb-4fa0-a6f7-893aea828c01/Sister+Barbara+Giba.jpg Sister Barbara Giba - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/81f5c6d7-5884-4f27-9dce-f2f768fe1c2d/Barb+1.jpg Sister Barbara Giba - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1969 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1976 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1971 daily 0.75 2024-12-19 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1968 daily 0.75 2025-03-20 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1967 daily 0.75 2025-10-10 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1966 daily 0.75 2025-03-20 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1965 daily 0.75 2025-12-30 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1964 daily 0.75 2025-03-01 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-bernardine-spisak daily 0.75 2023-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/afefdfd8-3cfb-4910-9fc2-317ffe8d5944/Bernardine+1966.jpg Sister Bernardine Spisak - Make it stand out Sister Bernardine teaching at Mount Assisi Academy in 1966. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1963 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-frances-marie-delac daily 0.75 2023-08-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c7a0a477-d50a-4052-b3b1-8dd8adb80577/Sister+Frances+Marie+Delac.jpg Sister Frances Marie DeLac - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-felicitas-konecny daily 0.75 2023-07-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ef71e465-6003-4fa4-9f4a-c687efd4f92c/Felicitas+1965.jpg Sister Felicitas Konecny - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bf5526b4-1c13-4a3c-995e-2ac86305b6fc/S.Felicitas.jpg Sister Felicitas Konecny - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8604372d-c1d0-4a10-a5f9-ed5f656c8320/Felicitas+1964.jpg Sister Felicitas Konecny - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/065040e1-b640-4303-88f1-3d2da21f61a5/Sister+Felicitas+Konecny+70th+Jubilee+2+2001.jpg Sister Felicitas Konecny - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-jean-kasko daily 0.75 2023-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4c08ce89-b4fc-42ff-b19e-510b181e87b1/Jean+Kasko.jpeg Sister Jean Kasko - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ad777610-51d0-4b2f-9714-afa1c706f8af/Jean+Kasko+%28Andrew%29+1968a.jpg Sister Jean Kasko - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/affa370b-e19c-47dc-9818-0c0d02776a6f/Jean+Kasko+%28Andrew%29+1968.jpg Sister Jean Kasko - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/franciscan-resource-center-pgh daily 0.75 2023-08-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8d0a7989-873b-4cc6-a312-45fa3b657d68/IMG_4080.JPEG Franciscan Resource Center - Make it stand out Sisters and friends gather on April 16, to bless the new Franciscan Resource Center in West View, Pa. It opened to the public on April 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7baa251c-2cae-454a-b524-ab0b3313f805/IMG_4100.JPEG Franciscan Resource Center - Make it stand out Sister Mary Anne Ulrich, a Sister of the Holy Spirit, enjoys lively conversation at the FRC. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72aebe46-5673-44b4-8b4c-fe64272fb64a/IMG_4022.jpg Franciscan Resource Center - Make it stand out In additional to spiritual resources, the Center’s shelves are filled with artifacts from the Sisters’ ministries around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29f2c0f7-ec91-4aa1-b881-8e6a2612e7e9/IMG_4054.jpg Franciscan Resource Center - Make it stand out Sisters and friends of all ages take part in an opening prayer service at the new FRC on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f3d2296a-5090-4211-809e-8704f609f225/IMG_4092.jpg Franciscan Resource Center - A Connection Across Centuries On April 16, 1209, Pope Innocent III approved the first Franciscan Rule, and the Order received its canonical status. On this date, many Franciscans throughout the world formally renew their commitment to the Franciscan way of life. As the FRC blessing also was held on April 16, the Franciscan Sisters in attendance — including Sister Adelina Garcia shown at left — renewed their vows as part of the service. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-mary-ann-busovicki daily 0.75 2023-08-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c1d791c2-8077-4545-99c2-686b7afc382d/Sister+Mary+Ann+1972.jpg Sister Mary Ann Busovicki - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bdf46f76-e3a1-483d-a980-d12970fbc31f/Mary+Ann+Busovicki+2.jpg Sister Mary Ann Busovicki - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e26d58b6-a5fc-4fdc-ab72-554ff544216a/Mary+Ann+Busovicki+3.jpg Sister Mary Ann Busovicki - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1959 daily 0.75 2025-03-20 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1962 daily 0.75 2023-10-09 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mother-mildred-zaremba daily 0.75 2023-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/05d69a82-696b-4502-b4b7-b3ab09c0ae57/Mother+Mildred+Zaremba.jpg Mother Mildred Zaremba - 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Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1955 daily 0.75 2025-10-10 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1954 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1953 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1952 daily 0.75 2025-08-14 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-joan-mcmullen daily 0.75 2023-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ac56c073-037f-4393-a6b8-0ac91d3a85ef/Joan+McMullen.jpeg Sister Joan McMullen - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1956 daily 0.75 2025-08-14 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1957 daily 0.75 2025-08-14 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1961 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1960 daily 0.75 2023-10-09 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1946 daily 0.75 2025-08-14 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1944 daily 0.75 2025-02-10 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1945 daily 0.75 2025-02-19 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1943 daily 0.75 2023-09-18 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1948 daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1951 daily 0.75 2026-01-06 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/maa-1950 daily 0.75 2025-03-20 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-blessed-homecoming daily 0.75 2025-10-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a44c0c38-8694-4778-9fe4-24ed49c2bf07/Diane+Doyle+2.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Rebecca Bigley Stehle, Diana Anzelone Brown, Margie Fleisner Squiller, Mary Theresa Graziano Dunn, Mary Frances Donatelli Kahn, Diane Schmitt Doyle and Bernadette Potetz — all members of Mount Assisi Academy’s final graduating class in 1978 — gather under the blue and gold balloon arch that greeted alumnae as they arrived. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4d832d59-29e4-44a9-a8cf-254ef3f8bbd6/IMG_4115.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Marian Masur King (1955) arrives for the special day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4e7165f5-8ae0-4681-a5e6-96422a36f2cf/IMG_4107.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Grads arrive in great anticipation of reuniting with their classmates. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/54e2b03e-067f-4e5c-8213-96f62633b647/IMG_8072.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out As our charming chauffeur drops off another carload of grads, Carolyn Stauffer Ferrence (1966) has her photo taken under the balloon arch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ad36b545-c5ca-46b4-adac-47f1b0b04352/Mary+Young+Good+4.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Carolyn Stauffer Ferrence poses under the balloon arch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/28720a02-01f7-4223-8d46-5a3b9545e185/IMG_4080.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Frances Donatelli Kahn (1978) makes an excited arrival. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e16f7f27-71ac-4e9f-ad41-a6cd1991f2ae/IMG_4076.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica, sacristan, greets Father John Getsy, one of the Mass celebrants. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e4fac6e8-792f-44b5-acee-7b57247f3605/IMG_4103.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Joette Miller (1970) and her husband, Michael, arrive in style. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eabcc2ec-b069-41be-bfc1-61ba29409b2b/IMG_4069.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out It wasn’t long after 9 a.m. that alumnae began flooding through the doors, their excited chatter filling the foyer like students arriving on the first day of school. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/215281a3-bd40-4eec-8e9c-08cbef7f9120/IMG_8076.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out It wasn’t long after 9 a.m. that alumnae began flooding through the doors, their excited chatter filling the foyer like teenage students arriving on the first day of school. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4c2ae95d-dd98-4788-b109-bcd2ad971c7e/IMG_8141.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out After Mass, Laura Madia Irvin (1971) gets ready to join her classmates for a nostalgia tour. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9267ed10-dc88-4f97-9847-2cd5915ec718/IMG_4102.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out A graduate fills out her raffle slip for a chance to win “Alma,” a Mount Assisi Academy bear generously donated by Donna Gondek Kramer (1969) and lovingly customized by Sister Barbara Ann Webster (1952). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1c3335d1-b580-425a-80ff-ac543da54f2b/IMG_4096.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Patricia Crummie Robel and Marian Yavorka Jobe — both 1972 grads — greet Sister Eve Blostic before Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5ae40766-b515-487b-85e6-db4845b31789/IMG_4099.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Fathers John Getsy and Bob Guay prepare to celebrate the All-Class Alumnae Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6c161cd4-ac0f-44cb-a2b0-593a59a5edaf/IMG_8081.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Entrance processors Sister Kevin Berdis (1962), Sister Georgette Dublino (1951) and Catherine Rapp Brannon (1957) await the start of Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/51e2f637-9e19-4d98-b9a0-fb53a0b9ef92/IMG_6314.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia, provincial minister of the School Sisters of St. Francis, greeted those gathered and, later, told everyone about the Sisters’ current projects and ministries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f4914de3-aa38-4d4a-9c47-7b9952ae63c8/IMG_6286.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e4541419-f5c9-4cbb-bbbb-f1e092f4823c/IMG_8109.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0887b4d1-fa79-491e-a928-874e08f13d11/20231007_103017.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8e4ca775-3848-439b-b5a7-d66b0bed8e43/IMG_8102.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Accompanied by her daughter, Theresa Rovitto Novak (1950) carries a bouquet of lush white roses in the offertory procession. The rose were in memory of all the deceased alumnae and faculty members of Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/56ea04e1-9b14-418c-bb85-2770248ad82c/IMG_8107.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7d4a6c01-1645-45d2-b9dd-8db1a49c4036/IMG_8134.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d469700c-ec37-4093-9de9-996c323097ad/IMG_8131.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Rose Mary Gubser (1976) listens during Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8458fb8d-9075-415f-8c26-57a0c0a89546/IMG_8092.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Lorita Kristufek (1961), music minister, looks on as Diana Saunders-Conley (1969) reads the Prayers of the Faithful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3e3242ac-c9ac-4faa-b9b2-bc825035565e/IMG_8103.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Cindy Zawojski McCullough (1975), longtime employee of Mt. Assisi Place, and Natalie Chieffe (1965), former Sister and faculty member, participate in the offertory procession. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a71d4af0-e7b6-4af0-9daf-d14c10403fe8/IMG_6290.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock (1956, formerly Sister Robert) and Barbara Ann Webster (1952, formerly Sister David), listen from the back of the chapel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bc9ec254-d536-4f56-b3b0-09959d6df195/IMG_6292.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c162a569-a3b6-4324-ade5-f09b48b21819/IMG_8111.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Communion meditation hymn, “The Magnificat,” was beautifully delivered in a solo performance by Patricia Moran (1970). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6705b4f9-4f85-4def-9b9b-6bc9718cdc6b/IMG_6291.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Jeanne Marie Ulica offers Communion to Helen DiFalco (1962). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/62f6a413-1e3d-4134-aaf3-0e178fdb4250/IMG_6311.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino (1951) leads the recessional after Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bbd333cd-b21c-4706-9c82-3b2c3f6275cd/IMG_6315.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Those gathered stayed in the chapel after Mass for special announcements by Sister Marian Sgriccia and to sing the school song together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/67ec703d-a895-406f-affb-3cff5d553245/IMG_8139.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mount Assisi Academy alumnae join in the singing of the school song, penned so many decades ago by beloved school chaplain Father Clarence Tshippert. It just so happens that the reunion was held on Father Clarence’s death anniversary. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cf262ba5-d641-48d7-8bdc-29d2f85f78ec/20231007_095122.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Karen Marie Tobias came solely to accompany her mother, Theresa Rovitto Novak (1950), to the event, but ended up running into Sister Cecilia Jacko (1948), who taught her Communion class at St. Gabriel School in the early 1970s. “Truly, you never know who you will see 50 years later,” Karen says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0c6c2457-8815-4228-b681-4cb4aa3798ff/IMG_8140.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Members of the Class of 1974 congregate before going on a Nostalgia Tour. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5b245ac0-b1d5-4b4b-839f-bd1c81ee8397/IMG_6131.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Eileen Stasiak Ciummo, Margaret Yellenik Thomas, Sister Pat Mahoney, Susanne Matvey Kokoski, Fran Kralosky Dice, Loretta Potetz Nelson and Rosalind Kisic Petnuch were all smiles upon meeting again after all these years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4dab695d-5efb-47c8-8dd3-1d095883e53e/IMG_8113.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0084bec0-fd48-487f-86a9-f709818df267/20231007_092347.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Trina Litterini (1975) reconnects with Sister Mark Buranosky (1952), one of the Academy’s most beloved former faculty members. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/78eeb449-76fb-4843-bf91-022b741d1a98/IMG_6386.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The closeknit Class of 1969 was among those with the most members in attendance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1e00c120-2e32-46d9-9d91-431f5f9dbf9c/IMG_1862.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1976 was represented by Patricia Donley, Ginny Makepeace Goehring, Rose Mary Gubser, Zita Fazio Schuessler, Inez Osborn Miller and Sharon Smith Quigley. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c68cc4fd-6496-498b-b2af-805089c0dadb/IMG_8142.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma (1958) is shown with Father John Getsy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7b00c1e3-61fd-4590-aa7c-3292511cc92c/IMG_6333.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Alums congregrate in the original convent chapel to view the Heritage Display, featuring more than 150 pieces of Mount Assisi Academy memorabilia. View the items in our MAA Digital Museum. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/75b2ee40-c66d-4aa4-b53c-bf5363892841/1968+2.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1968 stop by Room 206, which served as a biology lab and science classroom in the Academy days. It now serves as a community gathering space for the retired Sisters who live at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e9e254df-87c0-4e8c-989d-1c9e32997bc5/IMG_4050.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Bulletin boards and poster boards at each stop on the Nostalgia Tour offered plenty of historical information and images of the Academy throughout its five decades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cfc66bae-7965-4116-b650-ffc15f2712e6/IMG_4068.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out This vintage signage was hidden away in the basement of “The Mount” for decades before being unearthed and cleaned up for the Heritage Display. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cb76d2e3-8683-4006-862d-6200ff0f0573/IMG_4060.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out A keepsake box showcases precious items, including class rings, pins, graduation cards, a 1962 prom ticket and a 1970s pep puff. They are included in our MAA Digital Museum. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/476e132d-007d-4970-8898-2e002f69a0b6/IMG_6324.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Ann Mueser Petkervich (1965) embraces Rosalind Kisic Petnuch (1966). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ffecefb6-82f5-4326-b49f-cdc4e4c25c9b/IMG_6329.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1971 reconnect and enjoy browsing through old yearbooks in the Heritage Display. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/563e1301-3100-4af5-89a1-7d1f3f04c0e5/IMG_6327.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1966 share some hearty laughs as they peruse old yearbooks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/79914e93-5cbe-4156-890d-c01339baf29d/IMG_4063.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out A varsity jacket belonging to Norita Rohal Chile (1969) is surrounded by 1960s and 1970s issues of “The Echoes” newspapers and vintage yearbooks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a1805ef5-bead-4db3-b466-887311ecb413/IMG_6323.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Susan Parey (1975) looks over memorabilia from the 1970s, including a uniform blouse signed by the Class of 1978. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ae4833ce-60a1-462d-b5ee-932f0320e451/IMG_6322.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Alums socialize and reminisce while viewing the Heritage Display in the original convent chapel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72b8229c-867e-42eb-8bec-ab4cdaba35db/IMG_4061.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Kucan Hamas (1941), our oldest known living graduate, was unable to attend due to last-minute health challenges. Though deeply disappointed, she did contribute a few pieces of memorabilia, including the original program from her 1941 commencement in pristine condition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a184b454-67a9-4fd8-8677-14ef6c72fc4e/IMG_6331.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Mark Buranosky (1952) holds court, greeting alumnae as they arrived to view the Heritage Display. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b4bea011-c87b-495d-a911-27e3a64a1b82/IMG_4062.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Trophies, yearbooks, “Echoes” newspapers and a varsity letter were among the 1950s treasures preserved by Academy grads. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d4c21b58-eebe-4406-b4f3-799faff38c64/IMG_6320.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Alums socialize and reminisce while viewing the Heritage Display in the original convent chapel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe6644b4-9899-4c03-acc7-1bd475c142bb/IMG_4059.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out This recording of Sister Magdalene Lovrich’s 1978 remarks during the final commencement played in the background during the Heritage Display. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/04d823c2-eafb-4c64-8a30-a491515b6346/IMG_4043.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Teacher tribute stories filled one of the bulletin boards in the former first-floor hallway of Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7c3eec06-393a-4925-a183-eea6dcbfa09e/Mary+Young+Good+5.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Mark Buranosky (1952) gets a hug from Mary Young Good (1965). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a5f12988-7aa1-4b88-a30d-b08e4053daeb/Attachment.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Ann Mueser Petkervich (1965) traveled from Fairborn, Ohio — a distance of more than 250 miles — to attend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/aee66180-9983-42e8-ae4e-6abe2bdb8ae3/IMG_8154.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1971 enjoy lunchtime conversation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca1bd4f1-9c00-4e21-b96a-ef298b2fc440/IMG_4083.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The school auditorium/gymnasium — still looking very much like it did in the Academy days — was decorated in blue and gold for the luncheon and included a special photo backdrop of the school grounds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/426987b2-9447-48dc-a86e-93c4a82df151/20231007_124229.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out A photo backdrop depicts the school grounds for picture-taking during lunch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8347369c-52be-43f6-adcd-c05207e817c1/1968+1.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1968 was well represented. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9699ce0a-f0f4-44c7-bf78-7dad0a898dac/IMG_3192.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1965 enjoyed catching up throughout the day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3094954-10af-46bb-8235-6f2aeaed2a28/Margie+1.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1974 share a smile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f6a41fe6-6cd3-483a-a774-7d78777857c3/IMG_6381.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Although their patches are pinned to different sweaters these days, 1966 classmates Rosalind Kisic Petnuch and Eileen Stasiak Ciummo delighted the gathering by wearing their vintage MAA insignias. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/799da9a0-8395-4372-b7ec-79b22c8219a4/Margie+3.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Teresa Dunn (1978) catches up with Rose Quattrocchi McKain (1977). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8fb1bf1d-b114-4190-964e-3bd3706fc3c1/Resized_20231013_072849001.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Members of the Class of 1967 huddle up for a photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/22fafa0d-f609-409b-96d1-a5444e24bd2c/IMG_3182.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Nancy Metz Pivirotto, Mary Ellen Koch Burns and Mary Young Good show off their badges identifying them as card-carrying members of the Class of 1965. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bb67baae-1f7c-49c5-873b-6b2c86f23d39/1961s.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1961 was represented by Connie Mrochek Heller, Sister Lorita Kristufek, Jean Oldaker Grogan, Rose Ann Potts, Kathy Sabol Cheski and Carol Ann Bacher Outley. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/201402bf-6c1e-48be-806e-27f520361722/1975s.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1975 was represented by (from left) Darlene Boothby Mrazek, Diane Cantella, Mary Lou Warchola, Trina Litterini, Gina Cassandro Hicks, Susan Parey, Annette Giovanazzi and Jeanne Connolly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6a6105ed-9d4e-431d-aa81-89fc4f125a8c/IMG_4334.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1973 was represented by (from left) Joanne Osborn, Mary Sneider Vojtas, Nancy Weaver Wolf, Renee Parey Lee and Margie Kontrik Glassbrenner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b5f2620e-1417-4ff3-b6f7-1af61666fae3/IMG_3184.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Ann Mueser Petkervich tells Sister Mark Buranosky all about what a role model she was as a typing teacher and mentor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3102b67e-ece5-4fb8-b532-f596506bede3/IMG_6375.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1969 peruse old yearbooks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6ffd4f1e-e4c7-4269-b83d-7a4dccac370d/IMG_6349.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sisters Georgette Dublino (1951) and Kevin Berdis (1962) share some laughs with 1961 grads Kathy Sabol Cheski, Connie Mrochek Heller and Sister Lorita Kristufek. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ab459bc8-df98-4c82-8331-ab41a0b909b7/IMG_6352.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The years have surely flown by for 1955 classmates Lucy Furgiuele Smith, Sister Elaine Hromulak and Marian Masur King. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a5924a1f-7745-4fbf-a687-40439c6363d7/IMG_6342.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Dee Dee Giovanazzi (1972, right) chats with 1969 grads Darlene Condit Loebig and Diane Giovanazzi. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7337b016-5551-4045-b2c7-10c107235ef5/IMG_6365.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1978 made sure to get a photo with a pair of beloved former faculty members, Sister Elaine Hromulak and Natalie Chieffe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/122630f0-164e-4be9-bded-f67eb0638a7c/IMG_3180.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Ann Mueser Petkervich (1965) reconnects with classmate and former faculty member Natalie Chieffe and her husband, Mark Kinsler. A local newspaper columnist, Mark wrote a humorous piece about tagging along with Natalie for the reunion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/53a5d56b-cf54-4e16-b5df-a33878c01b3e/1966+Laughter.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Rosalind Kisic Petnuch and Barbara Molitaris Schwenninger erupt into laughter as they reminisce with their 1966 classmates over lunch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c374af19-6297-496f-87c5-abe73bc5bfac/IMG_8150.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1970 shares a lunch table with the Class of 1978. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/509394fc-a03e-49f2-964f-ea2ae03c6e70/IMG_6355.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Rose Quattrocchi McKain (1977) delights at winning the raffle for Alma, the Mount Assisi Academy bear. “I will cherish this,” she says. The bear was donated by Donna Gondek Kramer (1969) and customized by Sister Barbara Ann Webster (1952). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1e43d4f6-1165-474a-ae01-25511d52d6c9/IMG_6379.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay (1962) enjoys catching up with Mary Ellen Malone Zinn (1959) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8bcdcf44-1d17-49c9-a6b7-391d438bf526/IMG_8164.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from the Class of 1974 preserve the day with a group photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/44a04892-0b8e-469f-b0bd-8226df8c56a0/IMG_8155.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8fe28bbc-b76e-4545-ae08-b945cccc9da9/IMG_6369.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Former teammates Florence Fraszo (1954) and Lucy Furgiuele Smith (1955) reminisce about their days on the basketball court. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32d95a49-fb0a-41a6-89ad-faa745a5dde0/IMG_6588.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Girls from 1971 tease Sister Mark Buranosky (center) about how they drove her crazy during their school days. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d8497331-4f48-47c1-b4cb-3e99576592f5/Margie+5.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino (1951) gets a hug from 1978 grads Mary Theresa Graziano Dunn and Margie Fleisner Squiller. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/825d2bae-0db5-44fe-83d5-bca8d9869b3d/IMG_8157.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1976 swap stories over lunch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f961acd6-5af0-42ef-8355-bfd8f974cb1b/IMG_6371.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Mary Buranosky (right) is delighted to reconnect with Rose Quattrocchi McKain (1977). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/79032d26-6ad4-4449-91c5-3dc0738a9fbd/IMG_6582.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out With the risk of demerits or detention a thing of the past, the Class of 1971 admits that, just maybe, a girl or two snuck down to the cemetery for a smoke. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d5e06752-16b0-47fd-88ff-91d1ea76f34c/IMG_6152.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Classmates from 1966 — including Sister Pat Mahoney (right) — share some laughs over lunch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5b31d95b-23e1-4f23-9d82-0098be60d771/IMG_6358.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Ann Webster (1952) muses at the interaction between Sister Denise Olshausky and Mary Ley (1967). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1f97e4c7-897f-45cb-8550-6a626b7cec9c/IMG_6154.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Attendees from the Class of 1966 include (from left) Eileen Stasiak Ciummo, Carolyn Stauffer Ferrence, Rosalind Kisic Petnuch, Barbara Molitaris Schwenninger, Loretta Potetz Nelson, Susanne Matvey Kokoski, Fran Kralosky Dice, Margaret Yellenik Thomas and Sister Pat Mahoney. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/98224024-0143-4eef-8d44-18dac1c6b084/IMG_6148.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sisters Loretta Potetz Nelson (1966) and Bernadette Potetz (1978) have a little reunion of their own. Bernadette traveled all the way from Loma Linda, Calif. — a distance of 2,395 miles — to attend! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4ac22f07-bc6b-49f0-aed8-0e1029ac539d/IMG_8147.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/605ddb7b-0fd2-4b34-a942-ee13bcc11118/IMG_6372.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ef2b4afe-62cb-4cc5-a6a9-a8f591e2a155/IMG_6346.jpeg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/09d06730-cb2c-4d97-b3cc-cb500435b9c8/IMG_8159.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Trina Litterini (1975) has a laugh with Theresa Rovitto Novak (1950). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/01b04124-be31-4ad5-a312-c66ef9da0c74/IMG_8170.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Mary Ley (1967), Sister Elaine Hromulak (1955), Joanne Kaminski (1971) and Sister Denise Olshausky swap fun-filled stories of “the old days.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14c3732f-6d1f-4136-a2a9-8c4898e20523/IMG_6376.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sisters Cecilia Jacko (1948) and Bernadine Marie Stemnock (1956) share some laughs with “girls” they taught in the 1970s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/40eb040b-962a-463e-99df-f0f08f802fbe/IMG_8149.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Members of the Class of 1969 enjoy lunch together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d8b415e1-9474-4510-9506-937d403ee662/IMG_8144.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Ladies from the Class of 1967 enjoy the luncheon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a144710-7a63-4fe5-a5cc-23234f2544fc/IMG_8160.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock (1956) and Cecilia Jacko (1948) share lunchtime conversation with their former students from the Class of 1974. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3ae5dbc6-841b-4a5e-92ec-a4ea8207c7f6/IMG_8167.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Graduates from 1968 line up in front of the auditorium stage for a photo op. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4ace45b9-1e2b-4cfe-a1f0-4576b3916228/Margie+6.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Diane Schmitt Doyle, Mary Frances Donatelli Kahn and Rebecca Bigley Stehl — classmates from 1978 — reconnect after Mass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c0aa93b1-9800-43b9-bd4a-928bf1c60065/IMG_6144.JPG A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out Diana Anzelone Brown, Rebecca Bigley Stehle and Bernadette Potetz — classmates from 1978 — share a smile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/49d7a0d4-94ac-4ec7-abb6-e45595808b57/Margie+2.jpg A Blessed Homecoming - Make it stand out The Class of 1978 puts a loving squeeze on Sister Georgette Dublino (1951). https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mind-the-evergreens daily 0.75 2023-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f416db09-d5a7-41b8-8fa9-f9ee49c6161a/Evergreens.png Do Mind the Evergreens - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/696a8805-1727-44f7-a5f6-5602aa164587/Sister+Anece+Salay.jpg Do Mind the Evergreens - Make it stand out Sister Anece https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sfcr-farewell daily 0.75 2024-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f1063587-b4ba-4881-9f20-af4dcc1d6e57/SFCR+in+Winter.jpg Farewell to St. Francis Center for Renewal - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/scholarship-fund daily 0.75 2026-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/58d7955d-4aec-45d5-bb28-e2774537d591/Lampel.png Antonia Lampel Scholarship Fund - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/72838a1d-3e13-4115-8b00-b43222083724/AdobeStock_167171976.jpeg Antonia Lampel Scholarship Fund - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8e915099-3dcc-4e30-b287-0bc9fa30dc3a/AdobeStock_496410757.jpeg Antonia Lampel Scholarship Fund - First Lampel Scholarships Awarded Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2024-lenten-series daily 0.75 2024-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e439aae8-3a67-43c1-a11f-e3e6ee20661c/Lenten+Collage.jpg 2024 Lenten Series - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8089d022-ef57-4b76-a390-080d2a2da3a8/AdobeStock_386852650.jpg 2024 Lenten Series - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4bde8a49-6fee-4285-8a96-7d537a309790/AdobeStock_598510894.jpg 2024 Lenten Series - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dcaa57fc-3122-4479-bac0-5782aa90aa21/AdobeStock_681224413.jpg 2024 Lenten Series - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-joyce-burkhart daily 0.75 2025-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a1daeed-b4df-452b-a95d-13c8901dc85a/JoyceBurkhartOSF.jpg Sister Joyce Burkhart - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ef4b621c-b306-4eba-8c1d-5f521dba38a4/Young+Nun+Joyce.jpg Sister Joyce Burkhart - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5cdb1852-1ff3-4433-80c4-d7e42870b128/Curly+Joyce.jpg Sister Joyce Burkhart - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c03cd95e-83ae-482a-b4dc-c5b83b25caad/Joyce+%26+Parents+1955.jpg Sister Joyce Burkhart - Make it stand out Sister Joyce celebrates her first vows with her parents in 1955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0a9c75d7-2db2-46ab-81b3-b280f8b4b945/IMG_8267.jpg Sister Joyce Burkhart - Make it stand out In addition to her great affection for animals, Sister Joyce (left) had a special touch with plants. Here, she tends to flowers at Mt. Assisi Place with Sister Pat Marie Buranosky in 2020. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-lasting-legacy daily 0.75 2025-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/27379724-dd4a-4ad1-983f-34145f92a97d/IMG_0922.jpg St. Francis Cemetery Project - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/072cea67-15d4-4baf-98e5-f8be746e5a53/Cross+%26+Statues+-+2011.jpg St. Francis Cemetery Project - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sisters-buried-in-st-francis-cemetery daily 0.75 2024-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7132017a-4765-41d7-b837-24f0d4119299/IMG_4248.jpg Sisters Buried in St. Francis Cemetery - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spring-raffle-2024 daily 0.75 2025-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a7562804-ec80-4ad1-b3d4-0ab0351cae3b/Ticket+2024.jpg Spring Raffle 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-clementine-skalicky daily 0.75 2024-05-08 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/memories-of-a-mothers-love daily 0.75 2024-05-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/98b01fb5-3a76-4d70-88f3-9241d251e8f5/PMB+%26+Mom.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out A tiny Sister Pat Marie is perched atop her mom’s shoulders in 1936. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9f0776e9-bd66-4cdb-81c5-df758742dbe0/Sister+Patricia+Marie+Buranosky.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Pat Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/434f57c5-b6b4-4cd0-84f7-8210a8815e58/Sister+Marie+Therese+Sherwood.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/587da890-8dac-4091-a618-d43154add86f/Marie+Therese+%26+Mom.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love A teenaged Sister Marie Therese Sherwood with her mother, Anne, in front of the Our Lady of Fatima statue at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. The photo was taken on August 31, 1958, on the day of Sister’s entrance into aspirancy with the School Sisters of St. Francis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c53b22e7-c5f7-489f-952e-3a1816a69b34/Sister+Mary+Xavier+Bomberger.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Mary Xavier https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8da6df7a-a4cb-4fe0-ac72-008b3fe36b0f/IMG_1044.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie helps her mother, Anna, to celebrate her 101st birthday in 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe80c090-765c-463b-9247-dc511805ca4c/Sister+Bonnie+Marie+Kleinschuster.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ca7e05d5-3ca3-4d17-af66-f844fd977ce2/Sister+Roselyn+Kuzma.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1620235720208-GGJ7IUCAIDVMY0RQRN0Y/Roselyn%27s+Parents.png Memories of a Mother's Love Anna Kuzma and her husband, Joseph, raised eleven children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/193f3c3a-3562-458f-b510-f07704ff6269/Sister+Patricia+Brennan.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Pat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/88a12755-2564-42ef-bc92-4c86c97b6707/Irene+Bridesmaid.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out As a high school freshman, Sister Irene (right) is shown with her mother and a a life-long friend during a May Crowning at church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/16ff831a-b354-47e9-b14e-00ca7497bc11/Sister+Irene+Novak.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Irene https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/77f9c7e6-b054-4037-b199-2fed4b6620ef/Sister+Jo+Goolish.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Jo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/799083a8-1b33-4929-a136-50b062e135a1/Pat+Mahoney+%26+Mom+25th.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2ceaccec-69e7-429d-9c94-0da3e1886280/Sister+Patricia+Ann+Mahoney.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Patricia Ann https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/222db440-544d-46f3-9e34-d96162633a29/Sister+Barbara+DeStefano.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Barbara https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9d0834f9-4492-463c-a754-4b3559fd4751/Metros+5.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Mrs. Metro relaxes during a Sunday family picnic in Schenley Park in the 1940s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/43912407-989c-4a4f-be16-d81afd3ee233/Sister+Mary+Lou+Metro.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Mary Lou https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e4067943-112c-43ca-a8b1-fabe8ab07fab/Marguerite+%26+Mom+Final+Vows.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out A young Sister Marguerite celebrates her final vows with her mother, Sophie. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d80c3ec8-fdad-4e0b-93c4-1fa57dd90354/Sister+Marguerite+Stewart.jpg Memories of a Mother's Love - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/feeding-a-need daily 0.75 2024-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f84821f3-a507-4a64-925c-d19daeaf1941/Delivery+2+Smaller.jpg Feeding a Need - Make it stand out Sister Virginelle and volunteer Jimmy Villani help West Bethlehem Food Bank volunteers Bo Hintze and Gary Dologite to unload a pickup truck full of donations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6251f75f-ae16-4d0b-ad2c-c12a7baa321c/IMG_9017.JPG Feeding a Need - Make it stand out Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica and Karen Buco sort and pack food donations at Mt. Assisi Place on May 24, 2024, in preparation for delivery to Light of Life Rescue Mission’s Food Pantry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8f196f27-5b08-4af4-8157-c29eb7f6dc58/IMG_9094.JPG Feeding a Need - Make it stand out After dropping off our 2024 food drive donation on May 30, 2024, Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney offers blessings and gratitude to Jake Kyriazis and Pam Armstrong, coordinators at Light of Life Rescue Mission’s Food Pantry. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/guided-by-the-grace-of-god daily 0.75 2024-07-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d55eb7ba-6da5-49ee-8cc8-efe5fec36488/IMG_5154.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko lovingly places a historic photograph of Mount Assisi Convent at the altar during a special prayer service celebrating the transition of the Sisters’ Pittsburgh motherhouse in 2019 to a personal care home. Now Mt. Assisi Place, it remains her beloved home today. “I’ve been coming to this place since I was 3 years old,” she says. “How could I not love it?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7063bbf6-1f8b-48ff-ad63-18095cb446c4/IMG_9668.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Sister Patricia Brennan 70th Anniversary https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f14a87e9-68db-4c62-aa77-728a3405b165/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Sister Karen Buco 65th Anniversary https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e2118b95-c27d-4975-87ed-54c112eeef8b/IMG_9636.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Sister Frances Marie Duncan 55th Anniversary https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7bdd99eb-dcb1-4208-b508-3c55b1944574/1947+Cecilia+High+School.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia (second from left) is shown with classmates at Mount Assisi Academy in 1947. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f28d98b5-8b53-4a1e-ab25-0c7a2df6e0d7/20231007_095122.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia reconnects with Karen Marie Tobias, who she taught at St. Gabriel School in the early 1970s. “Truly, you never know who you will see 50 years later,” Karen says of the impromptu reunion in October 2023. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9ba03498-ace1-48a3-95a5-c047b0ce1b6f/IMG_5706.JPG Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia visits the graves of her sisters — Sisters Julia Jacko and Frances Jacko — in St. Francis Cemetery at Mt. Assisi Place on what would have been Julia’s 100th birthday in 2020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b8b41c5d-c853-4a43-960c-1460325cd7ff/IMG_9771.jpg Sister Cecilia Jacko: Guided by the Grace of God - Make it stand out With Sisters Marian Sgriccia (provincial minister) and Mary Xavier Bomberger (provincial vicar) at her side, Sister Cecilia renews her vows during her 75th Jubilee celebration on July 13. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/home-away-from-home daily 0.75 2024-11-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/251d0dca-565e-4936-a204-d1ea1e277d9e/IMG_9073.jpg Home Away from Home - Make it stand out The beloved Sacred Heart statue gifted to the School Sisters of St. Francis in 1928 has a new home after nearly a century at Mount Assisi Convent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/847ed84e-e4c3-4be9-928b-75969084be57/Sacred+Heart+1955.jpg Home Away from Home - DID YOU KNOW? The Sacred Heart statue featured in this story was gifted to the School Sisters of St. Francis by Andrew and Maria Novak upon the opening of the Mount Assisi motherhouse in 1928. The Novaks were parishioners of St. Gabriel Church on Pittsburgh’s North Side, where the Sisters began teaching almost immediately upon arriving in the United States in 1913. The Novaks’ youngest daughter, Mary Ann, graduated from Mount Assisi Academy (MAA) in 1939. “I loved that Sacred Heart statue, especially when I took the mailings back through that hall to the library.” says Nancy Metz Pivirotto, a 1965 MAA graduate who later volunteered for years helping the Sisters with bulk mailings. “I always stopped to say a prayer.” Pictured Above: Students at Mount Assisi Academy pray before the statue in 1955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/285e6b14-7591-4a96-9d80-135263dec7f2/IMG_9064.JPG Home Away from Home - Make it stand out Hard at work in his new home, a statue of Jesus as a boy welcomes families to a weekly musical prayer gathering for moms and tots. For decades, he watched over the children of the former Mount Assisi Academy Preschool. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4d63453c-df66-4add-80f8-dd41faf665ae/IMG_0665.jpg Home Away from Home - Make it stand out Young students from The Saint Constantine School of Pittsburgh gather in the alcove that formerly housed the Sacred Heart statue. Iconographer Nick Papas has since filled it with a stunning icon canvas. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/in-the-arms-of-our-fathers daily 0.75 2024-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9fc1fd61-c93c-4e6b-aba6-d318891a1c9c/Sister+Barbara+Brown.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Barbara https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9b379b94-2d79-42ac-8423-48874606e3fa/Mr.+Brown.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out A 12-year-old Sister Barbara Brown (left) is shown with her dad and siblings — Daniel (2), Mary Frances (5), and Louie Jr. (9). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2dcc20bb-68ed-4786-9744-a2191d40d144/Buranoskys.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out A young Sister Pat Marie is shown with her parents in the early 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9f0776e9-bd66-4cdb-81c5-df758742dbe0/Sister+Patricia+Marie+Buranosky.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Pat Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d833fadd-5cae-4ffa-8bf7-20805c74bf1a/Sister+Marguerite+Stewart.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2630182e-f471-4f23-b6b4-ae691adbe86a/Marguerite+%26+Parents+at+16.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers A 16-year-old Sister Marguerite (right) is shown with her parents, Edward and Sophie Stewart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f63adc4f-341f-466d-b2f2-97c43d278ceb/Marie2B2BDad%252B2.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out A pint-sized Sister Marie Therese with her beloved dad on a park outing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32980361-7a19-4f34-bea6-7134ec09e80a/Sister+Marie+Therese+Sherwood.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a0bc2752-ca18-4992-8f12-82a9eee5c452/Sister+Nancy+Celaschi.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Nancy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/48c4d694-8bbc-43eb-9b97-29a24c562f94/Raymond+Celaschi.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/718fc831-b00d-448f-bc47-6e2e97200017/rose+farm.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Joseph Kuzma is shown holding an infant Sister Roselyn and surrounded by his own father and several of his other children. The picture was taken at the farm that became the family’s second second home. “It’s where we learned to plant and weed and where we continued to gather for many years.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/02984170-23c2-4f45-98d2-236f4970ffbf/Sister+Roselyn+Kuzma.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f78944c6-b7ff-4f89-b570-895200d85125/Sister+Barbara+Ann+Webster.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d9875a3f-855c-4f95-bcaf-8840c7ad157d/AdobeStock_214020062.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/84a0d6c1-57fd-49fd-86ba-551791b263bf/Mr.%2BMakos.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out John Makos, shown here as a soldier during World War II, is remembered for his gentle ways. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b245ea36-53ea-4791-903c-eed92a18d540/Sister+Virginelle+Makos.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Virginelle https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a7a23655-9325-4406-ab35-629bcdc17be9/Sister+Georgette+Dublino.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Georgette https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1ae124c4-5c45-4f6e-8348-eee70da8c891/Dublinos.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino (left) with her beloved father, George Dublino, and her sister Donna. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6ccffed8-ee5a-42f6-8181-f2adcd4e2a4a/Mr.%2BPapp.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp (right) with her late father, Zoltan Papp, and her sister, Patricia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/68377629-0817-4704-8ff7-d0df8a69f499/Sister+Carol+Ann+Papp+2024.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5910898b-e0b0-42a7-ba83-8a69ba7155ee/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Karen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0720c454-6d37-4616-9e5c-ce2dcbf272d1/Karen+%26+Dad.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Karen and her dad celebrate her 25th Jubilee in 1984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d569f2d3-7d2b-417e-a30b-65d066c560cf/Hromulaks.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Elaine (the little girl at left) and her whole family are embraced by her father, Andrew. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2cd664d7-eb20-439f-a3eb-f0f1f5448073/Elaine+%26+Dad.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out A young Sister Elaine gets a reprimand with a smile from her father, Albert, in the 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/23c27eb1-d11e-4c15-94a4-a0f8ad901572/Sister+Elaine+Hromulak.jpg In the Arms of Our Fathers - Make it stand out Sister Elaine https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-monumental-task daily 0.75 2024-07-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/61259073-46eb-40b8-9a63-a86329fe9ebd/IMG_9463.JPG A Monumental Task - Make it stand out After a special chemical is applied to dissolve years of dirt and corrosion, a worker from Fred Donatelli Memorials powerwashes headstones in St. Francis Cemetery on July 5, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a6607653-803f-432c-b84f-b7227071b7fd/IMG_9948.jpg A Monumental Task - Make it stand out Crumbling statues of Saint John and Our Lady of Sorrows await transport from St. Francis Cemetery to Christ Our Redeemer on July 16, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ffcfb678-1e79-4da7-bab6-5386fcdad4bc/IMG_9916.jpg A Monumental Task - Make it stand out Annabelle McGannon, former Sister and retired longtime employee of the Catholic Cemeteries Association, is helping to coordinate the project on behalf of our Sisters. Here, she discusses progress of the cemetery renovations with John Dioguardi of Rome Monument Co. on July 16, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a5f4606-39df-418b-abb5-fd1d701f5a21/IMG_9997.JPG A Monumental Task - Make it stand out Rome Monument’s John Dioguardi and his team carefully lower the original crucifx from St. Francis Cemetery into the ground at Christ the Redeemer Roman Catholic Cemetery on July 16, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/42566940-1c3d-44dc-9caa-4c230fc83aea/IMG_9944.jpg A Monumental Task - Sisters’ Sacred Ground Since 1939 Even though our Sisters settled in the United States in 1913 and opened the Mount Assisi motherhouse in 1928, it was not until 1939 that they had a dedicated cemetery. The official blessing of St. Francis Cemetery took place on March 5, 1939. Afterwards, the remains of the Sisters who had died earlier in the Pittsburgh area were transferred to the new cemetery – Sisters Theodora Skranka, Georgia Cerny and Concilia Smolko from St. Joseph Cemetery in West View; and Rev. Mother Hyacinth Zahalka, foundress and first general superior of the community in Bohemia, from St. Mary’s Cemetery on the North Side. Although the bodies of the Sisters who died stateside but were previously buried outside the Pittsburgh area were not transferred, memorial stones were erected in their honor in 1974. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9bd24278-071a-40d6-a004-f056ea2931fe/IMG_9474.jpg A Monumental Task - Make it stand out A worker from Fred Donatelli Memorials scrubs the headstone of Sister Bernadette Giba on July 5, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/89ed8a7a-bc24-431a-9492-4f7526cc1c79/IMG_9954.JPG A Monumental Task - Make it stand out Ravaged by time, the original Calvary statues were removed from their bases on June 21, 2024, to make way for new, more durable ones. They have since been buried at Christ Our Redeemer Roman Catholic Cemetery in an area reserved for sacred objects. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1384f522-e037-432f-b6b6-43ecb85de628/IMG_9913.jpg A Monumental Task - Make it stand out Workers dig a trench from Forest Avenue on July 16, 2024, to accommodate a dedicated water line for future upkeep of St. Francis Cemetery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/134b9349-055d-4f16-b285-d023aa6933cd/20240717_192533.jpg A Monumental Task - Make it stand out The existing concrete pathway into the cemetery is removed on July 17, 2024, clearing the way for installation of a new pathway with more secure footing. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-annette-kuchta daily 0.75 2024-07-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a7c6406d-58b1-4313-a249-bd8f5c159fbf/Sister+Annette+Kuchta.jpg Sister Annette Kuchta https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-anthony-babic daily 0.75 2024-07-22 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-cecilia-kristek daily 0.75 2024-07-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/86548109-7492-496d-b30e-210a40f8fe14/Cecilia+1952.jpg Sister Cecilia Kristek https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e5f2f262-89e2-4876-91a2-55635fca4e62/Cecilia+1947.jpg Sister Cecilia Kristek - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/for-the-love-of-joy daily 0.75 2024-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/11a90db5-4d67-472e-928e-4d86086f747e/IMG_0123.JPG For the Love of Joy - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay (in red) joyfully flaps along in the Chicken Dance-Off with Betty Aiello Oberst, a 1952 graduate of Mount Assisi Academy, and other residents of Mt. Assisi Place on July 26, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7869fbd9-6ccc-4a37-8a24-fef5a3ea8e57/IMG_0075.jpg For the Love of Joy - Make it stand out To the delight of onlookers, Sister Kevin Berdis races through the Flamingo Frenzy obstacle course on July 26, 2024. Participants had to complete four challenges while wearing a flamingo-shaped pool float. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29ec0eef-e014-459d-a654-edb23c6f01b5/IMG_0137.jpg For the Love of Joy - Make it stand out The smiles of Sisters Anece and Kevin outshine even their trophies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9d023ddf-4dfa-492a-954e-191114973354/IMG_0125.jpg For the Love of Joy - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish (right) shares a picnic lunch with Sister Lois Jean DiFalco. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/legacy-of-learning daily 0.75 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/db71bac6-5e91-4927-87c0-64caa4784848/Girls+Leaving+Chapel+1944.jpg A Legacy of Learning - Make it stand out Mount Assisi Academy students make their way out of St. Francis Chapel in 1944. It was customary for students to march in solemn procession through the corridors with the Infant of Prague on the 25th of each month. Among those pictured is Sister Marietta Bankos (back left). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/32714dbf-a4e9-4c28-a4b4-c2c0720ea0dc/456168110_18010338686620436_3037494314740799935_n.jpg A Legacy of Learning - Make it stand out Students make their way down the very same corridor to the very same chapel on August 19, 2024, the first day of classes for The Saint Constantine School of Pittsburgh. Students start each day there with morning prayer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4b976908-fb60-4159-8254-637aebf61206/IMG_0384.JPG A Legacy of Learning - Make it stand out Sister Elaine Hromulak (right) enjoyed meeting Emily Blasdell, part of the administrative team of The Saint Constantine School. They shared their great enthusiasm about the Orthodox Christian school taking up residence at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9cc0454b-80eb-4838-a2ab-2d6881de7841/IMG_0459.jpg A Legacy of Learning - Make it stand out In this photo taken on August 16, 2024, an engaging classroom at Mt. Assisi Place awaits the arrival of The Saint Constantine School’s inaugural first grade class. Mount Assisi Academy students learned history from Sister Bonaventure Melichar and English from Sister Magdalene Lovrich in this space. Later, it served as the Learning Center for Mount Assisi Academy Preschool. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5e59922c-e636-498e-a89e-68a57580ba7d/456406447_18010338671620436_8872925394653379721_n.jpg A Legacy of Learning - Make it stand out A school bus drops off students at the rear of Mt. Assisi Place on August 19, 2024, the first day of classes at The Saint Constantine School of Pittsburgh. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/united-in-prayer daily 0.75 2024-10-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/202acfe4-0c3b-4067-ac35-a44c4b358462/screen_2x.jpg United in Prayer for Election Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/214a49ea-1b35-446a-a41b-01d1588ce4d7/AdobeStock_808654597.jpeg United in Prayer for Election Day - Come Pray with Us on November 3 Artwork by Sister Jo Goolish https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/service-with-a-smile daily 0.75 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bb816c54-e139-46d5-a787-6c4f5e8e5fc5/IMG_1102.JPG Service with a Smile - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino scoops pasta salad into individual portions ahead of the lunchtime meal at Light of Life Rescue Mission on Pittsburgh’s North Side. 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Assisi Place’s Hilltop Olympics & Summer Picnic on July xx, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334048037-2UI6WZUY1FV6WYINE9WE/IMG_8170.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334074385-1ZF8ABAXU9J8UIRLQ8G3/IMG_0878.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334172684-ZRHWO3T29Q82P1TODQ5F/IMG_0959.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 Sister Anece Salay shares some sweets with a Swiftie (a youngster dressed as Taylor Swift) during a Halloween parade at Mt. Assisi Place on October 16, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334205377-WYACZVBO0GAC5ERNZL1C/IMG_1416.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 Sister Mary Lou Metro views photos on her niece’s phone following the 2024 Memorial Service at Mt. Assisi Place on November 7, 2024. Sister Mary Lou’s sister-in-law, Helen Metro, was among those prayerfully remembered. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334213372-OAJI9DOMUQNJ3NOBY09S/IMG_1414.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334235299-E5JR78R8V27K8E5INZHD/IMG_5067.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 Sister Anece Salay and fellow resident Maryann McClain were the top sleuths during a murder mystery event at Mt. Assisi Place on November 1, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334271603-R5TYUIQAF65V118E4COV/IMG_9306.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334298225-IAP6VT89W1E2IGFV3LHZ/IMG_1693.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334314721-L55A7P6N0RI4EL107EUX/IMG_1703.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 Sister Barbara Ann Webster pleads her case to Santa Claus during the Resident Christmas Party at Mt. Assisi Place on December 20, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334301653-3NC4Y8AMQY9784Z55TUT/IMG_1696.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334325644-9WCTXUF94GMB5YWTQ9ZB/IMG_1790.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334334784-JY5STFNRD8JAKBRRGMA9/IMG_1836.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735334346151-TUCE438DUAPBB8PSJNEB/IMG_1751.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1735331437248-NLOQUYTMNN6VBDJHGWUV/IMG_0822.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - And Many More ... Sister Anne Kutch blows out the candles on her 70th birthday cake at Monocacy Manor on December 22, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5bcfcc7b-6a17-4025-8c73-307029065d06/St.+Matthias+Stations+3.17.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Marie Therese Sherwood leads Stations of the Cross at The Catholic Community of St. Matthias in Somerset, N.J., on March 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d1a64c52-9523-4293-81a4-03374dd892c4/IMG_3484+edit.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Volunteer Judy Campbell presents a delighted Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney with a stuffed alpaca at the Provincial Office in Pittsburgh on February 22. Now named Taco, the soft friend lives in Sister Pat’s office and has some seasonal clothing and accessories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a9e81d91-df4f-4d21-87f8-6376ee9f09d2/IMG_3291.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino welcomes new resident Constance McKee to Mt. Assisi Place on February 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/44e61924-92cf-4721-ba1a-cb5ecc2a6dc3/IMG_3283.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino leads weekly Bible study for Marian Hall residents at Mt. Assisi Place on February 7. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1c9efa73-6a29-4fef-8c11-51325ac40e7e/IMG-0303.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Lou Metro (left) and Lorita Kristufek (right) take part in a work session with Sister Frances Marie Duncan during the U.S. Province spring gathering on March 11, at Kearns Spirituality Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb61966b-4331-4c58-918d-16d886786839/IMG-0305.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Elaine Hromulak, Georgette Dublino and Anece Salay take part in a work session during the U.S. Province spring gathering on March 11, at Kearns Spirituality Center Pittsburgh, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/535244d4-6ace-47bb-a46d-4c00babc95d3/IMG_5930.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Mahoney joins Sisters from other communities to celebrate Catholic Sisters Week at a “Share the Cookies” event for students of Robert Morris University on March 14. The event was sponsored by the university’s Campus Ministry office. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/96a95afd-1ab8-4b49-8d82-1b90c32829e4/IMG_6569.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Roseann Velas and Marguerite Stewart were among the enthusiastic participants in a Lenten painting workshop at St. Francis Center for Renewal on March 19. Local artist Jillian Speranza led the amateur artists through a spiritual painting project that each got to take home at the end of the day. Jillian will return to SFCR on September 29, to lead an autumn painting workshop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ddaa59b1-ba51-4225-901f-5bc5da3ec016/Simply+Prayer+3.14.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos leads a Lenten session of “Praying with the Psalms” at St. Francis Center for Renewal on March 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7ccc5e69-b1b0-473c-9b97-742608f449cc/338142170_258484326514286_4135696337141182905_n.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Eighth-grade students of Sister Carol Ann Papp at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy take part in a moving presentation of Living Stations of the Cross on April 24 at St. Cyril of Alexandria Church in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dc90db03-8aee-437c-a9cc-652c9840bbc8/IMG_3739.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Xavier Bomberger, Anece Salay and Georgette Dublino serve as readers during the Easter Vigil at Mt. Assisi Place on April 8. The flowers were beautifully arranged by Sister Ancy Francis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0867e624-9539-4de7-857a-f73238447354/IMG_3612.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay enjoys a visit from her sister, Judy, and niece, Jo, at Mt. Assisi Place on March 30. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/629bb046-11f9-48f1-88f0-fda29399c778/IMG_3881.jpeg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia proudly attends the induction ceremony of her niece, Christina Lieb, into the Indiana County Sports Hall of Fame on May 21. Now a physical therapist and mom of two active kids, Christina was a prolific track and field, volleyball and basketball athlete during her days at Penns Manor High School and Penn State. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d61c68d7-9ac5-4f6a-a214-125ef9b7db93/IMG_7927.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out All aboard! Sisters Rosalia Giba and Pat Marie Buranosky take a ride on the “Mount Assisi Express” elevator on March 17. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3e546287-3683-4b52-a20f-f271ba745b0f/IMG_3747.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Former member Annabelle McGannon and Sisters Roselyn Kuzma and Ancy Francis are blessed with holy water by Father Dennis Klemash, OFM Cap, during the Easter Vigil at Mt. Assisi Place on April 8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a5aeadb3-e086-4e50-830f-79669fd63e90/IMG_3676.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Teachers from Amazing Scholar Academy Preschool — formerly Mount Assisi Academy Preschool — visited Mt. Assisi Place April 4 to deliver “Bubby Bags” for our Sisters and other residents. The bags were generously filled by our preschool families with puzzle books, snacks, toiletries and other fun items. Here, Kathy Duncan, Melissa Neidhardt, Sandy Ulrich and Laurie Merwin visit with Sisters Eve Blostic, Bernadine Marie Stemnock, Lorita Kristufek and Joyce Burkhart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/da38688e-e24c-4e29-8443-76289295bcad/IMG_3665.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out In addition to an Easter gift bag, Sister Eve got a visit from the Chips Family, whose three sons attended preschool at Mount Assisi and at Amazing Scholar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/76c3cdcd-af19-42cd-92c2-c997d7c6fd76/IMG_3672.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out The preschool teachers visit with Sisters Rosalia Giba, Anece Salay and Roselyn Kuzma. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/54763ddc-04d2-41d0-8927-ae1fc3c6bf17/IMG_3668.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Rosalia Giba enjoys her Easter gift package from a preschool family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f4f83e86-ddd4-4011-8833-26b793e7588a/IMG_3659.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Still dear friends after teaching together for more than 30 years, Sisters Eve Blostic and Kathy Duncan share an embrace. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fb840d78-9229-421e-b91a-b6df1817292f/IMG_3082.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out During a chance encounter at Home Depot on April 15, Sister Mary Lou Metro snuggles up to Lizzie Hyde, the year-old Golden Retriever belonging to our own Linda Hyde. Lizzie was all pooped out from playing with her furry friends at one of the many canine socials she attends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5bc91a6d-7a7a-4daa-9df7-572d0ee1282b/IMG_0238.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Irene Novak celebrates her 90th birthday at Monocacy Manor on April 14. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9cf04bd5-87a9-4a1e-ad6d-838b6ce153c0/Resized_20230331_141849.jpeg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Ann Webster coordinated coloring of Easter placements by Sisters and Residents at Mt. Assisi Place in early April. The placemats were delivered to nearby Pleasant Valley Shelter to brighten the spirits of local families in need during Easter breakfast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a60202a3-4b33-48d3-9a7a-0b65cc4b0b20/IMG_0243.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Elaine Hromulak, Carol Ann Papp, Frances Marie Duncan, Marian Sgriccia and Mary Lou Metro attend a public art exhibit on March 5 featuring the work of Sister Carol Ann’s art students from Northside Catholic Assumption Academy. Hosted by John A. Hermann Jr. Memorial Art Museum in Bellevue, the free exhibit spotlighted the students’ creativity through a host of inspiration pieces, some of which were designed by two or more students working together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dd805adc-d26a-4b58-a144-543e83fdc10f/IMG_4081.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out The new Franciscan Resource Center is filled with Sisters and friends for an opening blessing on April 16 in Pittsburgh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6d6308e8-5c6d-4ea9-87ea-5148e4fe31c7/IMG_4029.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster and Jeanne Marie Ulica share a smile at the blessing of the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/70b99ab5-bc58-4ad6-a328-3c18a1651a36/IMG_4102.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Gracy Kundukulam delivers refreshments to a few of our Sisters at the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/95f37f1c-c537-4920-b6a6-7e90edc654bd/IMG_4024.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Denise Olshausky and Kevin Berdis enjoy good conversation at the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/73c152aa-3dfe-47b7-ab17-1a1f6d2e1817/IMG_4011.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Adelina Garcia explains the mission of the Franciscan Resource Center to visitors on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f94e5f42-915e-4b2e-bf4f-053bd3950096/IMG_4143.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Xavier Bomberger checks in with Sisters Joyce Burkhart and JoAnn Knaebel during the blessing of the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/75391e49-78e9-4e27-9578-252b09a89c75/IMG_4083.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Denise Olshausky and Mary Xavier Bomberger pray alongside parishioners at the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/db540a88-341d-471c-8753-de421f7ff89c/IMG_4007.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Hilda Marotta chats with Phyllis Sanguigni at the Franciscan Resource Center on April 16. A fellow parishioner at St. Cyril of Alexandria Church, Phyllis is among the regular attendees of FRC programs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/531f0a1f-dfac-460e-ade0-8853ddadd8fb/IMG_4033.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Maggie, the rescue pup belonging to friend and former member Annabelle McGannon, has come a long way since her days in a puppy mill. She’s now social enough that she was able to visit the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/670378ac-13cd-4b19-b804-d3976a3a416c/IMG_4054.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Karen Buco, Elaine Hromulak, Barbara Ann Webster, Bernadine Marie Stemnock, Mary Lou Metro and friends take part in an opening prayer service at the new Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on April 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8181eaf7-1a9b-42fb-9c2c-26b829f35e73/IMG_3958.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Milissa Bolcar, a 1986 graduate of St. Francis Academy and current president of the St. Francis Center for Renewal Board of Directors, tries out the finger foods during SFCR’s April 13 “friendraising” event at Lara Bly Designs in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/95124ede-7227-43ff-a987-772abbcbacbf/Nancy+Italian+Bingo.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Nancy continues to “moonlight” as the Tombola caller when the Sisters in Italy gather at the holidays. Tombola is a number game that closely resembles Bingo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1f42453f-0baf-402d-a808-bd1c66d43d87/IMG_3961.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster browses at Lara Bly Designs boutique in Bethlehem, Pa., on April 13, during a “friendraising” event for St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f6e20e37-03f9-4a3c-ba9c-37f22834c665/Cookie+Distribution.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Jo Goolish makes a Easter Week delivery of homemade baked goods to elderly shut-ins in San Antonio, Texas. In addition to organizing a food drive for the Catholic Worker House, she and Sister Yolanda Escamilla baked poppyseed, nut and raspberry kolachki to sweeten the season for neighbors in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/355a17c6-4596-40d0-a0a9-608d6dee27ed/IMG_9740.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay as photographed by Sister Dolores on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/188f9593-5d86-4f90-9dfd-efedb6223bb4/IMG_3800.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart shows off her colorful collection following an Easter egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f2c92322-bb33-4030-9ff9-d7d1c4a95b8d/IMG_3795.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Anne Kutch distinguishes plastic eggs from ceramic decorations during an Easter egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14d19dbc-7431-44e9-8e38-eae0805c29c7/IMG_3804.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Francine Garganta and Jean Makovsky are surprised to find a scratch-off lottery ticket among the hidden treasures found during an egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ae4b95bd-3be6-4bf1-8b02-00693a877007/IMG_3793.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Anita Kuchera searches for Easter eggs at Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d89960fa-75eb-421e-a12e-d8e93070103b/IMG_3806.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Francine Garganta finds a scratch-off ticket among her treasures after the Villa Clare egg hunt on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/809277f4-4ec1-4885-91be-2bc472373895/Franklin+Food+Bank+4.1.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Maria Derecola (left) and Marie Therese Sherwood package produce at Franklin Food Bank in Somerset, N.J., on April 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00363691-5009-4fc3-a8f8-f0a190fc7ed0/IMG_3786.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Marge Roncolato, friend and aide in Villa Clare, explains the rules of a belated Easter egg hunt she organized for the Sisters on April 12. The egg hunt was among Marge’s many creative ways to keep the Sisters moving while having so much fun that they forget they are execising. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6a17deac-f7d7-40fd-aea6-96443615d526/IMG_3809.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out After the Sisters in Villa Clare empty all of the goodies from the eggs following their April 12 egg hunt, Sister Gracy Kundukulam collects the eggs to be filled again for next year’s fun. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c5e8e934-8a5f-4f43-8a0a-2788ddf42aa1/IMG_3789.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Irene enjoys the challenge of an egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0640fcb0-e63a-49d8-aa3a-25e4b830050a/IMG_3797.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara DeStefano uses a grabber to collect Easter eggs during a fun-filled egg hunt in Villa Clare on April 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/860b23ee-1b79-4043-a95f-323466fbc3b1/Senior+Day+at+SFCR+2023.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out As she did in 2022, Sister Marie Therese Sherwood again accompanied a group of ladies from The Catholic Community of St. Matthias to attend the second annual Senior Day at St. Francis Center for Renewal on May 13. Sister Marguerite Stewart engaged all the attendees with a thoughtful discussion on “Celebrating the Gift of Years.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/82384b8d-a89f-4b98-8dd2-1276cf8ffc36/MAP+in+Bloom+4.19.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Flowering trees bloom at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh on April 19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bf298a18-fafb-4fc0-a7fa-f450622ebc08/IMG_3654.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney and a volunteer unload food donations at Light of Life Rescue Mission’s food pantry on Pittsburgh’s North Side on April 4. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ce6db913-eb7d-42a0-b60e-6d0a82c9f15f/Pat+Brennan+Bottlecaps.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Brennan packages plastic bottle caps in the basement of St. Ignatius Loyola Convent in West Lawn, Pa., for shipment to a Bancos de Tapitas collection site in Arizona. The caps have been donated by the children and families of St. Ignatius Loyola School, numbering over 260,000 and filling 140 shipping cartons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/035de89e-131c-4980-b481-39a9237413fb/IMG_3642.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out On April 4, Sisters Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Anece Salay add a few last-minute items to the impressive haul of food collected at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh during the Sisters' spring food drive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b0b0d166-b8d7-4f34-a1f2-3876afe58994/Meat+Delivery.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Volunteers at the Catholic Worker House in San Antonio, Texas, accept a delivery of meat products from Sister Jo Goolish (left). Along with Sister Yolanda Escamilla, Sister Jo coordinates such a donation quarterly to help families in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f0afe0a0-0d4e-49a9-91b3-d04f9b6bca57/IMG_3541.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out A thought-provoking Lenten bulletin board created by Sister Barbara Ann Webster offers an important reminder at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0ddea232-f380-403e-ab92-d737bfb11042/IMG_0577.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Brown, Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster, M. Virginelle Makos, Marguerite Stewart and friends gather outdoors at Monocacy Farms for a Laudato Si’ Anniversary Week prayer service on May 23. The farm is hosting outdoor Community Drum Circles on the third Tuesday of each month through October. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/80b815a9-9804-4d5d-a570-1488ab06bd2f/IMG_0269.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores captured Sister JoAnn Knaebel’s smile at Mt. Assisi Place on March 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/09715efc-1172-4a01-991c-01d49e06957e/IMG_9540.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Lois Jean DiFalco couldn’t hide her smile when she caught Sister Dolores taking her photo at Mt. Assisi Place on March 10. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/174b4b3d-7862-4ab3-a0c1-bc9667b62c8b/Pam+Payne+2.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Rev. Dr. Pam Payne leads the March 21 session of our “Learning to Live Laudato Si” series at St. Francis Center for Renewal. She focused on the human roots of the ecological crisis." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/06af0c2c-63ca-4be9-9f3c-bed79780fbb5/IMG_5767.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out A quilt lovingly embroidered by Sister M. Virginelle Makos and backed by Liz Ceol, sister of late Sister Marcia Fidishun, is displayed at Fox Optical in Bethlehem, Pa., on April 13. Valued at $3,000, the future heirloom is being auctioned as a benefit for Monocacy Farm Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/07071fea-ad56-4a1c-98d0-be2b6a455e9f/IMG_0337.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos keeps everyone at Monocacy Manor caffeinated on March 18. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b0b38cbd-7a21-469c-90fe-5409b6ea9c6a/IMG_3688.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Mark and Ashley Yundt of The Marquee Kitchen visit Sister Barbara Brown at Tanczos Beverage in Bethlehem on May 27, during a fundraiser for Monocacy Farm Project. In addition to $1 from each adult slushee sold that day, proceeds from various raffles benefitted MFP. Throughout 2023 — the farm’s 10th anniversary season — local businesses like Tanczos are hosting “10 for 10” events to support the farm’s good works. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ced5a68f-2db3-4aa2-b31d-ce0f267242e1/IMG_9527.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Bernadine Marie Stemnock takes part in a prayer service at Mt. Assisi Place on March 10, marking the death anniversary of Mother Hyacinth Zahalka. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b8c1e365-97f9-4528-b705-bc76c399f145/IMG_4563.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Karen Buco listens as John Conte reads poetry aloud during a book release party for “Visions of the Past Through Poetry” at Mt. Assisi Place on June 2. The book includes 17 poems by Mt. Assisi Place residents, including Sister Karen. You can read more about it by clicking here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2a857247-a4d0-4b82-96df-0a19baaa6577/IMG_4549.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Karen Buco celebrates the release of the poetry collection “Visions of the Past Through Poetry” with Mt. Assisi Place activities director Karen Vevers, author John Conte and fellow resident and poet Dana Funk on June 2. Sister Karen’s poem “Come Alive” is included in the book. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00eb330c-593f-4b73-9c20-44f7bc5dc3d2/IMG_0339.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores captured this photo of Sister Rosaria Shina at Monocacy Manor on March 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0c3af88e-fa89-4e5b-9dc1-17d3a857366f/IMG_9760.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Virginia Rose Carroll works on a craft project in the Sisters’ community room at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d68edf46-c66e-4b3d-aff6-3c712176fa8e/IMG_9521.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Georgette Dublino takes part in a prayer service at Mt. Assisi Place on March 10, marking the death anniversary of Mother Hyacinth Zahalka. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a5f375a4-b7a1-404b-a18c-b91536be8f6e/IMG_4512.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Mahoney welcomed two special visitors to our Provincial Office in Pittsburgh on May 30 — a mother and daughter pair who both graduated from Mount Assisi Academy. Mary Kucan Hamas (MAA 1941) and her daughter Linda Hamas Meisner (MAA 1968) stopped by to see “Sister Patty,” who is a distant cousin. At age 99, Mary is the oldest known living graduate of MAA and looks forward to attending our "Welcome Home" alumnae event in October. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e1acd75a-388c-4f82-bf81-8baff3c2daad/Franciscan+Fed+Conference+6.12.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara Brown and Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster — along with Associate Helen McComb — attend the Franciscan Federation’s 2023 Conference June 9-12 in St. Louis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/13804ffb-bef1-445b-9b15-78e44e582bf0/MAP+Deer+5.25.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out A pregnant doe finds a shady spot on the grounds at Mt. Assisi Place on May 25. Keep scrolling to see mom with her fawn a few weeks later. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f45406d5-a6f9-4fb7-bbec-f4dafe537c00/IMG_0321.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Mary Martha Zammatore and Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster fill the White House Chapel with music on March 18. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d2642379-b6dc-4296-a094-a2a35a005a65/IMG-5796.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out On May 7 — the day after the Swiss Guards are sworn in at the Vatican — the guards are able to invite guests for private tours of the Sistine Chapel and part of the Papal Palace near the Sistine Chapel. Sisters Regina Zuk-Olszewska, Frances Marie Duncan and Nancy Celaschi were invited for one of the private tours through a friend of a Swiss Guard. “It was a profound experience to ponder the beauty and history with no crowd around.,” says Sister Frances Marie. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/19a8cc23-457c-4610-8593-184315598ae3/IMG_9776.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Regina Zuk-Olszewska, vicar general, greets Sister Joyce Burkhart at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9542870d-1e19-4887-a8b7-4569160dccc4/IMG_9730.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Denise Olshausky enjoys breakfast with the jurisdiction ministers at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8894e390-e90c-4df4-930d-78866d00c623/IMG_0232.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Georgette Dublino, Jeanne Marie Ulica and Patricia Ann Mahoney accompany the jurisdiction ministers on a sightseeing trip to Mount Washington in Pittsburgh on March 16. Afterwards, the group also took a drive through the city’s North Side, where the Pioneer Sisters first settled in the United States. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ec91e34e-ed8b-4795-aa74-ad9c0dccb16f/IMG_0529.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown welcomes former employee and longtime Associate Helen McComb to a gathering with the jurisdiction ministers when they visited Monocacy Manor in March. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c488c869-6e33-4623-84ab-d4380a1c435c/IMG_3999.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out An expectant goose holds her post atop an egg on April 14, in the curious nesting spot she chose right outside the back entrance to the Monocacy Manor White House. Cones and caution tape were erected nearby to assure her very protective mate that the Sisters would not disturb the expectant mother during their comings and goings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b5352629-7cc4-422e-9914-73ae6c523018/IMG_2516.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Marian Sgriccia, Bernadine Marie Stemnock and Kevin Berdis listen intently to a participant in the Franciscan Resource Center’s first public program on May 3. The topic was “Living the Gospel Today: The Gifts & Challenges.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c7bf6aa8-823f-47f9-8497-181fb1641359/IMG_2539.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Jeanne Marie Ulica and Patricia Ann Mahoney engage in thoughtful conversation with patrons of the Franciscan Resource Center on May 24. All were there for Sister Adelina Garcia’s program on “Exploring the Old Testament.” The gentleman, George Ferrance, is a friend of the community and a relative of late Sister Virginia Cummings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/65f3603c-1727-42ec-939e-5452fb592b52/349090348_917363419351137_2395036206066015423_n.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos serves patrons at Monocacy Farm Project’s third annual Spring on the Farm event in Bethlehem, Pa., on May 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/42179954-a678-4852-8138-758725117873/IMG_1246.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Associate Deb Neely and Sisters Marian Sgriccia and M. Virginelle Makos arrive at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 13th Annual Gala and Silent Auction on May 6, in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9d2fa0dd-2d7a-47d9-9564-ae62f4f8067c/IMG_0685.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster greets visitors to information table about Monocacy Farm Project during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. MFP was one of two nonprofits spotlighted during the gala for their good works in the Lehigh Valley. The second was Bloom for Women. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/faf54169-2a28-40c1-b519-9646d4cf52a0/IMG_0747.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Francis Garganta enjoys the Gala on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/14bf3b9b-5a45-4f2e-bc03-fec9244e556c/IMG_1335.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Mary Martha Zammatore couldn’t hide her joy during the gala on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/43c56d53-34ab-42e8-8413-5a30310eb9cc/IMG_1440.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Along with some St. Francis Academy alums, Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Mary Xavier Bomberger whoop it up in the photo booth at the St. Francis Center for Renewal Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4712b19b-763f-4c38-88e4-7b5192b31d3c/IMG_1222.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Deborah Karabin Stevenson (St. Francis Academy Class of 1968) and Sister Marguerite Stewart show off their colorful, floral headbands at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0d515502-23a9-4361-b29f-d277505d0b3f/IMG_0746.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Marian Sgriccia and Barbara Brown chat during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Gala & Silent on May 6, in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cd3a549d-1894-4ac4-9fe9-13410b41736d/IMG_9813.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Roselyn Kuzma welcomes visiting jurisdiction ministers to her room at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. Photo by Sister Dolores. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ba9ed13f-c48d-487c-92a1-4dd7ecfca3b5/IMG_1258.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Donna Pusch and Mary Xavier Bomberger arrive “aboard” St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 13th Annual Gala & Silent Auction on May 6, at Mullen Hall in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8662bcbf-59cf-4a97-9000-a5bc018f4e10/IMG_1447.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Regina Ann Rokosny and Pope Francis have a great time at St. Francis Center for Renewal’s Mexico-themed Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1ba9484f-ef08-4e2c-8230-987b22ff1415/IMG_0933.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp recently visited an alpaca farm in Kent, Ohio, where she couldn’t help but feel the spirit of St. Francis. “What a calming experience to walk among the alpacas, who are so gentle,” she says. “Even their gallop is calming and quiet. They love being fed and walk away when they’ve had enough.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d63ee271-6ff5-4cec-9054-755911b691c1/352355103_231919759567072_3233728601957550656_n.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Daniella Normando, financial assistant in Bethlehem, adds some special flavor to the 2023 kickoff of Monocacy Farm Project’s Pick Your Own program on June 3 by cooking spinach and peas from the farm for patrons to sample. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8b88f705-5272-44f9-b38a-4fbf812ba909/IMG_1903.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister M. Virginelle Makos leads the season finale of Simply Prayer at St. Francis Center for Renewal on June 6. Her topic was “Love Fills the Void” and focused on letting God’s love into our lives. A new season of the popular monthly gathering will begin in September. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/991ff17e-8bd9-4939-a902-95d510302cfe/IMG_9918.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores evokes a shy smile from Sister Marian Sgriccia at San Damiano convent on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/63e9f2c2-fc38-4983-aad3-6a361ed657ed/IMG_9804.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Cecilia Jacko, as photographed by Sister Dolores at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8efff45-d5e3-4bc1-9c96-e679707db53f/IMG_1405.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out The St. Francis Academy Class of 1973 was recognized in its 50th anniversary year during St. Francis Center for Renewal’s 2023 Gala & Silent Auction on May 6. The “girls” presented Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny, Marguerite Stewart and Mary Xavier Bomberger with a $1,350 donation in gratitude for the Sisters’ influence in their lives. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/10db48bf-e63f-4ff3-9887-8d829f8888ea/IMG_0763.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out On June 20, Sister Virginelle Makos and Marguerite Stewart take part in the first of a series of community drum circles at Monocacy Farms. Led by Catherine Campanero, the gatherings are held outdoors on the second Tuesday of each month through October. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/663b22e9-4052-4a1f-900e-cb705a65987e/IMG_9790.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Dolores captured this lovely portrait of Sister Pat Marie Buranosky at Mt. Assisi Place on March 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a6cbee4d-7910-42c0-8f17-706f2207650f/IMG_9515.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out A thoughtful Sister Joyce Burkhart, as photographed by Sister Dolores on March 10, in the chapel at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34ffcea8-3ef2-4a9a-9d74-4078377102a5/Ellie.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann presents one of her students, Ellie, with a certificate for participating in the John Herman Art Museum exhibit in March. If you look closely, you’ll see Sister Adelina Garcia, who stopped in with the other Sisters from Kendall House to view the exhibit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d381e560-387f-4f3c-b82f-5ea366a0c4a9/image_processing20200423-15418-1111v96.png Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/352c1618-1558-4746-ade9-dade56f10689/IMG_0472.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out At a reunion of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 on June 7, Sister Pat Marie Buranosky reconnects with Catherine Rapp Brannon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f31f7c73-935c-42ca-95b8-504d882d8fc6/IMG_3522.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out After years of exchanging emails, Nicole Buchlmayer and Sister Anezka Novomestka finally meet in the Provincial Office in Pittsburgh on March 10. Both are responsible for sharing news with our Sisters around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/50ccb556-d1c7-423c-b5fc-960514e433e0/IMG_0502.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out At a reunion of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 on June 7, Sister Pat Marie Buranosky gets a squeeze from Maryann Eckert Doyle. A former boarder, Maryann was in eighth grade at MAA when Sister Pat Marie was a novice. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/114f0e47-11d4-48cd-8bbb-f7f9d986253b/Bishop+of+Hanoi.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out On May 17, faculty and students at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy received a surprise visit from Joseph Vũ Văn Thiên, the bishop of Hanoi, Vietnam. Bishop Van Thien was visiting his priests in the United States. Father Dam Nguyen, currently stationed at St. Cyril in Brighton Heights, invited the bishop and several other visiting priests to visit NCAA and our educational system. Principal Rosanne Kwiatowski (far left), Sister Carol Ann Papp and several 8th grade students, were honored to meet this special guest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3509e6dc-8dc4-4216-a219-f6a287702b97/Assisi+5.21.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Nancy Celaschi, Seena Chittilappilly and Mary Xavier Bomberger brave damp, windy weather to do some sightseeing in Assisi on May 21. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8479d86-f8ac-43e3-aa81-34daba3bc92c/IMG_0517.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Pat Marie Buranosky enjoys a reunion of the Mount Assisi Academy Class of 1957 at Bravo in Pittsburgh on June 7. “The spirit of the ‘girls’ was so uplifting,” she says. Pictured are Janet Melche D’Alesandro, Ruth Weiser, Catherine Rapp Brannon, Diane Smitzer Kimpton, Maryann Eckert Doyle, Mary Cummings Burgert, Gloria Szyper Clauss and Eileen Walsh Froelich. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/270674d5-ee5d-4b79-94a1-2c80dccda6c3/IMG_4626.JPEG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Anece Salay delights in cuddling a young visitor to the Franciscan Resource Center in Pittsburgh on June 13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f4038646-676f-4fb5-98e4-243bd8ef8d6f/Rummage+Sale+2.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sisters Jo Goolish and Yolanda Escamilla help out at a yard sale on May 27 at the San Antonio home of Sister Yolanda’s sister, Blanca Sanchez. The $300 in proceeds provided meat products for the Catholic Worker House, which feeds many of the local street people. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a058b4ac-338b-43d8-94c5-0482dca0124f/Sacred+Heart+for+Serrans+6.13.23.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Marguerite Stewart leads a discussion of the Sacred Heart on June 13 for the Serra Club of Bethlehem, Pa. Returning to St. Francis Center for Renewal for the first time since the onset of the pandemic, the Serrans are dedicated to fostering vocations to the priesthood and religious life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3795a000-da1e-440f-9186-057a5516d077/IMG_3802.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out On June 16, Sisters Loretta Motko, Anita Kuchera, Anne Kutch and Barbara DeStefano — along with Villa Clare aide Lucinda — shell and pint peas grown at Monocacy Farms in preparation for Monocacy Farm Project’s Pick Your Own day on June 17. Patrons can come to the farm twice a week to pick their own fresh vegetables. As MFP has harvested a bounty of peas early in the growing season, other batches have been pinted for distribution to families in need through ProJeCt of Easton, SS. Simon & Jude food pantry and Central Moravian Food Pantry, all in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d0761ad9-7abc-48fe-821d-f725d759b20c/IMG_9510.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out In addition to capturing our Sisters in candid moments, Sister Dolores also took some beautiful images of our homes and statues, including this one at Mt. Assisi Place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/24a6e95b-a0b7-4b3e-993f-3a92ab589a1e/MAP+Deer+6.15.23.JPG Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Remember our expectant doe shown in an earlier photo? Our Sisters at Little Flower House have enjoyed watching the antics of her and her young fawn, photographed here by employee Tammy Towers enjoying the property at Mt. Assisi Place on June 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b2ead47f-326f-4fc6-9789-ca06eef860ab/Stones.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Carol Ann Papp spent some time in early summer along the shores of Lake Erie gathering more than 60 beautiful, smooth stones of all shapes and sizes to use in her art classes this fall. “The waters really smoothed the surfaces of the rocks, making them perfect for painting or creating small sculptures with the art students,” she says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e81b8089-eaa9-4ea2-85c3-3eb3b07f6292/Eli+Birthday+Cookout.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster — accompanied by Daniella Normando — cooked up some hot dogs, hamburgers and farm-fresh veggies on May 24, as the Monocacy Farm Project team and maintenance staff from Monocacy Manor celebrated the birthday of MFP farmer Anton Shannon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7a2a2f19-5559-4a1d-96b0-11268ec37c01/IMG_0954.jpg Life in Pictures 2024 - Make it stand out During her family’s recent trip to Ocean City, Md., Nicole Buchlmayer viewed stunning biblical sand sculptures created by artist Randy Hofman. The large and intricately-detailed sculptures can be viewed right along the Ocean City Boardwalk, where Randy swaps out the scenes periodically. This depiction of Noah’s Ark was freshly finished on July 4. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/thanks-god-thanks daily 0.75 2025-01-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f8ad0fe2-366c-40c3-abaf-d076166265ff/IMG_0717.jpg Thanks, God, Thanks - Make it stand out During a particularly moving moment, our Sisters gathered outside Monocacy Manor to bestow the Blessing of St. Francis upon the gathering below. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cfbcf667-9852-4096-94f1-356b2e526a2e/IMG_2415.JPG Thanks, God, Thanks - Make it stand out Sisters Loretta Motko, Rosaria Shina, Jean Makovsky, Donna Pusch, Anne Kutch and Marguerite Stewart enjoy the special September day with friends and each other. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c3511a35-5205-4dd5-8bdf-7b93f303d917/SFCR2.jpg Thanks, God, Thanks - Make it stand out This historical photo shows a retreat group at St. Francis Retreat House in the 1950s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2db8ff86-e51e-4a36-bd8f-d0c1f7e53322/IMG_2413.jpg Thanks, God, Thanks - Make it stand out Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster (right) reminisces with her classmates (all 1974 graduates of St. Francis Academy) — Joanne Downing Kuruc, Maryclare McGinley Plucinsky, Georgeann Fries and Connie Libricz. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/746be52c-e04f-4fc8-b831-9db70fd941d0/IMG_2418.jpg Thanks, God, Thanks - Make it stand out Father Kevin Nadolski leads the gathering in prayer. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/a-place-of-peace daily 0.75 2025-01-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/77ad2845-e0e9-4b11-98ae-0c45b84e75d7/Simply%2BPrayer.jpg A Place of Peace - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown leads a ‘Simply Prayer’ session in 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/36b6ee61-e015-4b8c-88a2-4f245254f271/3f62dbd5b7385e416f19688f66b8fa3e--st-francis-retreat.jpg A Place of Peace - Make it stand out St. Francis Center for Renewal is seen from one of the many places of serenity on the Monocacy Manor grounds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/23484a2b-b78f-4160-859e-1d16554cdc61/SFCR1.jpg A Place of Peace - Make it stand out Early retreatants gather for a photo in the summer of 1954. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-benigna-solinsky daily 0.75 2025-01-06 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/companion-on-the-journey daily 0.75 2025-03-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/044188a6-9a7f-46e6-b8e8-cd74d4bb9f5a/Barb+Brown.jpg Companion on the Journey - Make it stand out Sister Barbara Brown, shown here at St. Francis Center in Bethlehem, Pa., has found a different role in a whole new classroom — helping immigrants to prepare for productive lives as U.S. citizens. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/spring-raffle-2026 daily 0.75 2025-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/56566506-d15d-40b6-8771-b67945175276/Ticket+2025.jpg Spring Raffle 2026 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/roots-that-remain daily 0.75 2025-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8d1c068b-49d6-4c44-ab88-42cea4cc0d75/486105953_1060051582825823_4665627832296079341_n.jpg Roots That Remain - Make it stand out Bishop Alfred Schlert and the clergy of Incarnation of Our Lord Parish are joined by Sisters Mary Martha Zammatore, Regina Ann Rokosny, Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster, M. Virginelle Makos, Loretta Motko, Jean Makovsky, Donna Pusch, Marian Sgriccia, Francine Garganta, Marie Therese Sherwood, Ann Marie Yenca, Roseann Velas, and Boncy Chalissery for a special Mass of Thanksgiving on March 22. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0fc8cee4-339c-4424-b4bb-66855b7a842c/SS+Cyril+%26+Methodius.jpg Roots That Remain - Make it stand out Our late Sister Martin Pavelko teaches at SS. 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Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/172c98fc-6a92-47e8-ae8d-9dda05c53c61/IMG_4126.JPEG Mock Papal Conclave - Make it stand out Eighth-grade students sort their classmates’ ballots. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/3da230de-e5f8-4c57-9e10-8db8649928e9/IMG_4153.JPEG Mock Papal Conclave - Make it stand out Students gather outside Northside Catholic Assumption Academy on May 7, 2025, to burn their papal ballots and create some white smoke of their own. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c6642b0f-cb51-4f95-b243-d3404f86e8f1/Drawing+Pope+Leo.jpg Mock Papal Conclave - Make it stand out NCAA’s Kindergarteners enthusiastically draw pictures of Pope Leo on May 8, 2025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/eecf09f8-dbec-4c86-8abc-d94acbba6e29/IMG_4130.JPEG Mock Papal Conclave - 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Gary & Linda Walbert https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c09ce9d3-17ec-4317-8524-91c2cb691e61/Sister+Frances+Pastusek.jpg Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER FRANCES PASTUSEK Janice Briggs Mr. & Mrs. Roy Endy & Family Patricia Flemming Grace Kelleher Villa Clare Aides Arthur Unger & Sons Anthony & Theresa Vitacco Clare & Clarice Vresk Rev. Gary & Linda Walbert https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/152c5d45-bfa7-456d-837e-87dbdf60d71a/Antoinette+1.jpg Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER ANTOINETTE POPOVIC Gerald & Regina Boysen Stan & Kathy Duncan Anna Gitzing-Howard Annemarie Moksala-Jarman Carol Ann Prokopchak Margaret Prokopchak https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/0b7b2cdf-d1da-4c6b-8f64-9c1c24901b4b/Sister+Therese+Sedlock+1966.jpg Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER THERESE SEDLOCK Karen Berner-Michaels Mary Mae Klassen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6d110387-4a5f-492f-89a4-7e78d4d58b38/Bernie+Marie+2022.jpg Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER BERNADINE MARIE STEMNOCK Carol Beam Janice Briggs Lou Celesky Judy Colt John & Canice Cristofoletti Roger & Frances Dice John & Ruth Gesselberty Traci Giroux Cortney Kalfas Robert & Andrea Kalfas Sister Anne Kull Gloria Lopez Mt. Carmel Guild Teresa Olexa Bruce Sabol Kathleen Shea Sabol Dallas & Carol Slagle Joan Stelmack Patricia Tarashuk Helen Tilgner Anthony Vitacco Clare & Clarice Vresk https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8b09cbcf-6336-4c29-be0f-2ecaf9859429/Immaculata+2.jpg Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER IMMACULATA VAVREK Ray & Phyllis Diroll https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/ed752853-227b-48ed-b980-94c0c6d28595/Lawrence+%282%29.png Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER LAWRENCE WAXMAN Joseph & Irene Hurtik JoAnn Waxman https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a02b483-0b01-45d0-bcba-cc474995f171/Sister+Ruth+Zacharias+%282%29.jpg Memorial Donations - Remembering SISTER RUTH ZACHARIAS Charles & Rita Bartolet Jr. Stephen & Patricia Bedics Joyce Bogusky Janice Briggs Lester Bruno & Family Patricia Check & Family John & Judith Davco Jr. Ann Fry Mary Frances Fuehrer Joseph & Theresa Ganc Bonnie Graboski Reuben & MaryAnne Hartzell Helen Keith Grace Kelleher Linda Kennedy Velma Kline Jeanne Kocian Carol Lipsky Barbara Miller Donna & Helen Moisey Michael Moisey Robert & Janice Moisey Stephen & Bernadette Oravitz Joanne Pekarik Sharon Penater Michael & Judy Rennie Berry Richards Jonathan & Virginia Seaman Anthony & Theresa Vitacco Clare & Clarice Vresk Lillie Vrogi Catherine Wagner Rev. Gary & Linda Walbert William & Kathryn Waschko https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/honorary-donations daily 0.75 2025-08-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/db51fbe9-a464-4cba-ac0f-82a39f7aee07/Sister+Rosemarie+Bartnicki.png Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER ROSEMARIE BARTNICKI Myles & Fortunata Campbell https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1e8f5083-7b83-431f-9de8-45d8b96c32d6/Sister+Kevin+Berdis.png Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER KEVIN BERDIS Lawrence Berdis George & Mary Kremer Andrew & Jane Meko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a97e4cbf-3b52-4d86-af2f-15d1b9196943/Sister+Patricia+Brennan.png Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER PAT BRENNAN Kristen McGuire https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/28e2f725-ec0e-4295-96d7-2a64a3d065c9/Sister+Karen+Buco.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER KAREN BUCO Beverly Michael-Higgins https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9e221183-6b2f-4a18-9921-178bf55ef4e8/Sister+Patricia+Marie+Buranosky.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER PAT MARIE BURANOSKY Matt & Jean Armany Elaine Beck John & Rosemary Brown Bernard & Annette Buranosky Theresa Buranosky Nina Fazio Williams Margaret Hannan John & Susan Krulce Hofrichter Rosemary Hutchinson John & Annette Kasper Leora McCartney Sheila Gorman Mendicino Robert & Elizabeth Munhall Robert Nieder Edward & Nancy Norberg Kathleen Perez-Lopez John & Anne Rakszawski https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5b5ce599-5dc4-4302-9b6a-126c6fd7058c/Sister+Virginia+Rose+Carroll.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER VIRGINIA ROSE CARROLL Ed & Janice Weber https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bfd2557d-bc3c-4192-9255-120c0848af38/Sister+Maria+Derecola.png Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER MARIA DERECOLA Melissa Miller-Rizzo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/67a463f3-8be1-4689-b53b-99a18ad94675/Sister+Georgette+Dublino.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER GEORGETTE DUBLINO Fortunata Campbell Mary Ann Cassidy Lenny & Madge Conmy Thomas & Pamela Derfus Mary McConnell https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8f82b4e0-2248-4808-a60b-a47568562c2c/Sister+Adelina+Garcia.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER ADELINA GARCIA Carol Sullivan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1fb582b8-b0ef-42b2-906c-5726c67ca13f/Sister+Francine+Garganta.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER FRANCINE GARGANTA Donald & Joanne Osowski https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/13e21176-4261-46cb-8787-dc50dcae17f2/Sister+Elaine+Hromulak.png Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER ELAINE HROMULAK David & Norma Gaines https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/bedc16c3-9a18-49eb-92f1-e96a3098303b/Sister+Cecilia+Jacko.png Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER CECILIA JACKO Carol Smerdell https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/131b755d-21aa-4813-ae5f-40364be52560/Sister+Patricia+Ann+Mahoney.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER PATRICIA ANN MAHONEY Betty Bellisario Mary Hamas Catherine Kroepil Linda Meisner Jane Milcoff Dr. Harry & Monica Null https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/68b689a7-70d3-4dfd-9a2d-1b66bb50a162/Sister+Irene+Novak.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER IRENE NOVAK Alexander Slafkosky https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/71601765-c91b-43a4-9d7b-6afcc5f75d75/Sister+Anece+Salay.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER ANECE SALAY David & Judith Croxton https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/611fa12c-d6fb-4a01-b1d2-7776aff0f0c5/Sister+Marie+Therese+Sherwood.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER MARIE THERESE SHERWOOD Mary Jo Loboda https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9527d7bc-9992-4499-9529-acc4f1a1437f/Sister+Marguerite+Stewart.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER MARGUERITE STEWART Frances Feigl Lone Star Educators Agency Ruben Wilburn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/15c40467-e887-4068-bbb2-10107e3a0d10/Sister+Jean+Marie+Ulica.jpg Honorary Donations - Honoring SISTER JEANNE MARIE ULICA Deacon Tom & Ruth Harenchar Paula Kiefer Mark & Patricia Lester https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mount-assisi-academy-digital-museum daily 0.75 2026-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943380782-JDV6RMID5UNN1A1INFZY/Banner%2B1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Mount Assisi Academy Pep Banner Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759234998339-QTV1HW94ZLIMEF0VI4XX/1935+Altar+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1935 Chapel Altar Still in place at Mt. 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1960s Pep Sweatshirt Originally owned by the Matvey Girls (Classes of 1965, 1966 and 1967), then handed down to their cousin, Joette Miller ‘70 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235343580-KWB6F7JTH62P23R6UUXS/1960s+Religion+Textbook.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Religion Class Textbook Courtesy of Barbara Miller Lugaila ‘65 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235344948-RO8VCG0H4SJEFMHWUF9C/1960s+Retreat+Projects+Book.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Retreat Projects Book Courtesy of Barbara Myers Lugaila ‘65 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235605726-3CY9HZIJWCF0S3I0FSRF/1965+Class+Memories+Booklet.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1965 Class Memory Booklet Courtesy of Barbara Myers Lugaila ‘65 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235354498-0C8VGM10YW7Z2095NJML/1960s+Student+Handbook.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Student Handbook Courtesy of Donna Gondek Kramer ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235608225-THWWDN30IN67TT7HXE6Y/1967+%26+1968+Federation+Ball+Programs+%26+Clock.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1967-1968 Federation Ball Programs & Souvenir Clock Courtesy of Donna Gondek Kramer ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235615474-T717DG4XYV0J0X7AJPY5/1968+%26+1969+Prom+Programs.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1968 & 1969 Prom Programs Courtesy of Donna Gondek Kramer ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235617941-KIJ42UA3JBB500AUYE5L/1968+Graduation+Tassels.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1969 Graduation Tassels Courtesy of Donna Gondek Kramer ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235627873-B43NDEYBX2SFY9NCQ8YR/1969+Commencement+Program+%26+Ticket.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1969 Commencement Invitation & Ticket Courtesy of +Beverly Mahich ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759235629645-PWQK8I9SDUKP7QIKT6V8/1970s+Assisi+After+Dark+Programs.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Assisi After Dark Programs Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236109083-8TIYY69M61O0QH7AUC92/1970s+Basketball+Warmup+Jacket.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Basketball Warm-Up Jacket Courtesy of Rose Mary Gubser ‘76 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236110018-UFAR5KYO7TOHWAQ1YBY1/1970s+Club+Pins.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Student Council Pins Courtesy of Rose Marie Quattrocchi McKain ‘77 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236119166-0AOCBER9KPI61GJUJW4G/1970s+Gym+Uniform.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Gym Class Uniform Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236124484-5JFD9Q0URLP686OKV3BQ/1970s+Skirt.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1978 Uniform Skirt Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236126396-RERASFF5JHCUUMNS922Q/1970s+Volleyball+Uniform.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Volleyball Uniform Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236497991-ODI2S7FHTCZJRULT2UUG/1971+Class+Play+Script+%26+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Class Play Script & Program Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236502494-XWZCW721V89INZQINV5Q/1971+Commencement+Program+%26+Invitation+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Commencement Invitation & Program Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236508600-TEH0HWP5DTR0KD9W2888/1971+Commencement+Program+%26+Invitation+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Commencement Invitation & Program Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236515212-6ONDXVS00SG10AMTIGGZ/1971+Pins.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Class Pins Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236519116-NBXE1BEHPA6GUUZBXTIE/1971-1975+Basketball+Schedules.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971-1975 Basketball Schedules Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236527890-3UOZROAZCRY0M1OGVMFW/1975+Baccalaureate+Mass+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975 Baccalaureate Mass Program Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759236527675-46TE36T4F9EADT4S926Y/1975+Graduation+Ribbon+%26+Photos.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975 Graduation Photos & Ribbon Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237208615-GCZYOWCF4021SWZ2XXIT/1977+Prom+Glass+%26+Mug.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1977 Prom Glass & Commemorative MAA Mug Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237001306-Z0IX1BHNXJLOCF4M601K/1975+Sophomore-Senior+Banquet+Program+%26+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975 Sophomore-Senior Banquet Program & Photo Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237000122-KW6NTSCL6N3X4KZOKZF4/1976+Assisi+After+Dark+Candle+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1976 'Assisi After Dark' Candle Keepsake Courtesy of Rose Marie Quattrocchi McKain ‘77 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237219347-P9QLSHY4GJS52FWQOGMC/1978+Blouse+Front.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Uniform Blouse Signed by Class of 1978 Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237209019-NC86GWH0J0YTD7ZVJVM2/1978+Blouse+Back.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Uniform Blouse Signed by Class of 1978 Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237220303-O0595QIE6GTGE24IR17Y/1978+Diploma+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1978 Diploma Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237229607-RDMUXODEME7Z5JQ07U87/1978+Diploma+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1978 Diploma Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237228073-EKMDB8VBT1KD5OVQKBD9/1978+Pooh+Mascot.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1978 Winnie the Pooh Mascot Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776311973-5PH7OSIO95RJ2MZD1SGK/1968-1969+Club+Cards.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1968-1969 Club Cards Courtesy of +Beverly Mahich ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237234779-Q6CFHZS90QWFKO1URA39/1978+Prom+Glass+%26+Garter.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1978 Program Glass & Garter Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237568887-YXTQARKL7KMITVVTKX7H/1978+Reunion+Signage+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1978 Reunion Signage Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237563813-N0FWTUS78WK2USF8X7O9/1978+Reunion+Signage+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1978 Reunion Signage Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237570531-67173L6H6RIIN0E6WU1W/1978+Reunion+Signage+3.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1978 Reunion Signage Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237579313-9W4I8SYENASVU9K8N5MQ/1978+Reunion+Signage+4.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1978 Reunion Signage Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237582477-N78DFYC0FD9HU77UL452/1978+Reunion+Signage+5.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1978 Reunion Signage Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237589458-LC388A071KE2ZLMZC62B/Annette%27s+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1972-1975 Yearbooks Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237807729-SAGVZD486FJN0S6B8CWD/IMG_6738.JPG Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Baccalaureate Mass Program Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237822375-NW70V34URK3F3F88GG5N/IMG_6741.JPG Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1974 Prom Program, Glass & Garter Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759237854329-3C8CS310R5JLJNU9ISSL/IMG_6743.JPG Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975 Prom Program, Garter & Glass Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776110339-YWPTD89GZXNCLD3ZMW2J/1971-1972+Freshman+Schedule.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971-1972 Freshman Class Schedule Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776110642-CSJSXWNIE8EY08LJR068/1971-1972+Report+Card.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971-1972 Report Card Courtesy of +Kathleen Helfrich-Miller ‘72 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776130851-51QGVJS5GVVVPTJZG2D2/1975+Graduation+Tassels.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975 Graduation Tassels Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776142710-46RF0NAKCW7DFAXHRA9O/Academy+Emblem.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Academy Emblem Patch Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776114044-4SF51036SQSGB2HPXBGE/1973+Yearbook+Supplement.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1973 Yearbook Supplement Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776142608-9ZG18YM4EHSTMZODY873/Alumnae+Gathering+Programs.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1982 & 2004 Alumni Gathering Programs Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776148933-R86R136IQE5M9GPMZZDT/Class+of+1972+Reunion+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1972 20th Reunion Program Courtesy of +Kathleen Helfrich-Miller ‘72 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776150238-TWO6VIJ89JHUU2OASJU4/Diploma+Portfolio.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Undated Diploma Portfolio Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776155630-8IOATBZN1LTSB78TKQSM/Glee+Club+Christmas+Album.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Glee Club Christmas Album Courtesy of Cindy Zawojski McCullough ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776157630-63MMRQ2RZGNUKFNTFK4V/Glee+Club+JFK+Album.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1964 Glee Club Album Honoring JFK Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776254931-SMMA8OKRGZO2BEI0HZ7Z/1946+School+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1946 School Photo of Sister Norberta (Veronica) Kralosky '46 Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776255269-J0O3Q1NPEFLPN9YQLX9H/1950s+Letter+%26+Trophy.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Early 1950s Varsity Letter & Basketball Player Trophy Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776290164-KSM9EGF6RAJZZVBL84V3/1951+%26+1952+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1951 & 1952 Chimes Yearbooks Courtesy of Elaine Dietrich McHugh ‘52 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776258009-XW2P84C50CTFLO6977HL/1951+%26+1952+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1951 & 1952 Echoes Newspapers Courtesy of Elaine Dietrich McHugh ‘52 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776290724-FLPEBDZ1YW7X99OZ8X3P/1951-1954+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1951-1954 Chimes Yearbooks Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776293938-K359NTY2JDRQPUOYJLGH/1952+Junior+Prom+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1952 Junior Prom Photo Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776297901-I95AYB2HE88T936JXOZN/1952+Sophomore-Senior+Banquet+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1952 Sophomore-Senior Banquet Program Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776299350-AM9UQZ8H6MWWVJW583VH/1954+Commencement+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776303232-JLH0ON4FNTFLTUS6JPE0/1954+Memory+Book.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1954 Memory Booklet Courtesy of Florence Braszo ‘54 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776305451-P60HWPJG92GRWYWZTS8K/1960s+Class+Notes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Essay, Prayer Cards, Quiz & Assignment Notecards Courtesy of Barbara Myers Lugaila ‘65 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776440491-BB7P7VEM0CFY84UUFIWV/1970-1971+Typing+Cards.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970-1971 Typing Certification Cards Signed by Sister Mark Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776307152-M6KDD1MJDRXWMHO9U3TX/1960s+Pep+Beanie.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Fiats Pep Beanie Courtesy of Donna Gondek Kramer ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776440556-IV0028Q9NDCGTDM6ASXY/1970s+FBLA+Cards.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Future Business Leaders of America Membership Cards Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776309881-B0TVINNNFOGGOF04S7AW/1962+%26+1965+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1962 & 1965 Chimes Yearbooks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776316232-L6A41S0NSOF87Z7CVLBG/1969+Commencement+Programs.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1969 Commencement Programs Courtesy of Donna Gondek Kramer ‘69 & Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776317887-K9EWF18TFVMHAQCTJ8VL/1969+Mardi+Gras+Clipping.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1969 Mardi Gras Newspaper Clipping Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759776321474-ZIF9293VXCYGKXDMKHMV/1970+%26+1971+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - November 1970 & February 1971 Echoes Newspapers Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778285215-EHHE3WWW598NWA7KI89V/Pep+Ribbons.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Pep Ribbons Courtesy of +Kathleen Helfrich-Miller ‘72 & Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778283342-RJOHGLC31O4D4QZJDAA4/Prom+%26+Ball+Programs.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Federation Ball & Prom Programs Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778292865-VI0DN1HPPJVQEID2N64O/Sewing+Room+Drawers.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Sewing Room Project Drawers Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778297962-WYVWXKY968BCD9OA7O9G/Student+Handbook.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Undated Student Handbook Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778302549-EP1YJ6M2VMCLMFVV12AL/Uniform+Patches.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Academy Uniform Patches Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778305083-JF8VXRK5WPB9LK8V6BZ5/Vintage+Postcard.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1980s Mount Assisi Postcard Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759778309149-IXVU8JWN2APMWYD1Q839/Vintage+Signage.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Academy Outdoor Signage Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782396025-GGWKJC93SXDU0R6FU2T5/1920s+Convent+Blueprints.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1920s Blueprints for Mount Assisi Convent Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782396181-2298S54UDYXBM13I98W1/1932+High+School+Blueprints.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1930s Blueprints for High School Addition Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782404523-BJ8OLTGYFWSR651HJMQV/1950s+Student+Cards+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1950s Student Keepsake Cards Courtesy of Sister Georgette (Shirley) Dublino ‘51 & Barbara Cushnahan Bush ‘52 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782411858-Z4EXJ4NWHENXWOQK2SAJ/1950s+Student+Cards+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1950s Student Keepsake Cards Courtesy of Sister Georgette (Shirley) Dublino ‘51 & Barbara Cushnahan Bush ‘52 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782415712-K6DRV2CWU40KG0SVYLSH/1955+Class+Ring.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1955 Class Ring Courtesy of +Sister Geraldine Ann Kasper https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782416119-3LV4IB1WGDZQ40XZKG86/1960s+Jacket+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Student Jacket Courtesy of Norita Rohal Chyle ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782420759-YIERDMCM38M9G3Z0F5X4/1960s+Jacket+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Student Jacket Courtesy of Norita Rohal Chyle ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782421687-0NPU3ENGSFL2DMIH3338/1960s+Jacket.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1960s Student Jacket Courtesy of Norita Rohal Chyle ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782426681-VW1EI6LXE7K3O4W3B9E6/1961+Prom+Ticket.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1961 Prom Ticket Courtesy of Carol Kasper Pachuta ‘61 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782428107-B129XAL8XN00QP38ZZKQ/1963-1965+Chimes+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1963-1965 Chimes Yearbooks Courtesy of Frances Poydak Beck ‘65 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782432159-JUR6QVN1J6O5MIWHZFNH/1968+Red+Cross+Card.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1968 Red Cross First Aid Card Courtesy of +Beverly Mahich ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782433331-IMWSBFCSBULD8TRHBLT9/1970s+Candlelight+%26+Roses+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Candlelight & Rose Program Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782436276-6TNM86H738AEOKVONZF7/1971+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Echoes Newspapers Courtesy of Mary Vic Plazek Taylor ‘74 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782441189-40DKURV865MKH9RRIP9U/1971+Graduation+Tassels.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Graduation Tassels Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782441707-651HN9E3DZFRO06L4LH9/1971-1974+Chimes+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971-1974 Chimes Yearbooks Courtesy of Mary Vic Plazek Taylor ‘74 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782446435-XJNQF6NMSJQFOQVDY4JP/1973+Gym+Floor+Invoice.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1973 Quote to Refinish Gymnasium Floor Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782447168-LCCZBQDQ7AWMZ1PQ2NCU/1973-1976+Commencement+Programs.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1973-1976 Commencement Programs Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782451948-0NWLAAQ8DB543AVJDHFX/1974+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1974 Echoes Newspapers Courtesy of Mary Vic Plazek Taylor ‘74 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782452760-R3Q74Y7W0YHOLNFE1029/1975+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975 Echoes Newspapers Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782457020-3GG2LOP4LMK49P52FLP5/1977-1978+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1977 & 1978 Echoes Newspapers Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782457813-CWXQ152ZPW4UHTIPYDOW/1978+Commencement+Cassette.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1978 Cassette Recording of Final Commencement Ceremony Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782461618-LY6JB4JMZ47IOV96FNL0/April+Fools+Echoes.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1978 Echoes Newspaper April Fools Edition Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782462664-8WIHQ74KR7MTW2ZX17T7/High+School+Building+Bills.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - High School Building Construction Bills Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759782467906-22YZF8F5F63F7GBVMVTI/High+School+Ledger+Book.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - High School Building Construction Ledger Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846880620-10W7YNK2HY2L5HVWA32P/1952+Basketball+Trophy+%26+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1952-1953 Basketball Trophy & Team Photo Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846881229-ZA092YX1Z45KJ34E99EK/1952+Graduation+Souvenir+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1952 Graduation Keepsake Courtesy of Barbara Cushnahan Bush ‘52 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846886286-LIRTD4MSZ7SQTOEQ2H84/1952+Graduation+Souvenir+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1952 Graduation Keepsake Courtesy of Barbara Cushnahan Bush ‘52 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846886044-W3ZX438QJY63YNZMQASJ/1966-1969+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1966-1969 Chimes Yearbooks Courtesy of Annabelle McGannon ‘69 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846891691-YFWP5M5UNWEG4UOH7UIU/1970+%26+1978+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970 & 1978 Chimes Yearbooks Courtesy of Arlene McGannon ‘70 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846928600-C1QAKNYWNVEN657DR9S0/Late+1940s+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Late 1940s Chimes Yearbooks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846892978-7X4NF880LADNLHBC82EG/1970s+Gameday+Puff+Ribbon.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Gameday Puff Pep Ribbon Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846929135-576LQIBPFYID2XH456WD/Marian+Hall+Memory+Book.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1969 Memory Book for Dedication of the Marian Hall Annex Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846894639-P7HPOD6GU8XD4HEMSHN9/1970s+Jacket+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Student Jacket Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846897094-RK125EPMTHUOEWR15L9M/1970s+Jacket+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s Student Jacket Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846899627-P400DL2NWM9P9H5UGSRD/Class+of+1961+Reunion+Program.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1961 30th Reunion Booklet Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759846901194-BXY0VB95M6KCZYODDQ1C/Class+of+1974+Reunion+Photos.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Class of 1974 20th Reunion Photos Courtesy of Susan Szkola Tranquilli ‘74 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759847482754-2G0A1BEVRGONRX4ZXFB6/Mouth+of+the+Mount.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Early 1970s Editions of 'Mouth of the Mount' Student Newsletter Courtesy of +Kathleen Helfrich Miller ‘72 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759847482818-2MOD2AHBSTGJZQ1LO1QR/Yellow+Academy+Banner.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Satin Academy Parade Banner Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759847600712-PWLI7Q381E7CUAQSBW54/Mary+Statue.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Mary Statue from Original Convent Chapel Gifted to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish by Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759847613763-5RWNHYE5C9IYW7C5WYLJ/Joseph+Statue.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Joseph Statue from Original Convent Chapel Gifted to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish by Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943433643-XVDCIJOHX6NTIAXR3UAX/1938+Yearbook.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1938 Yearbook Courtesy of the School Sisters of St. Francis This yearbook was one of the few editions that was not in the Sisters’ archives. However, in 2023, we found this copy for sale on eBay. Even though it is missing its cover, this edition is significant because it marks the 25th anniversary of the Sisters settling in the United States. The features within are included in both English and Slovak. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943432998-ZZAL72HOB95D3LV2MTEK/1941+Materials.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1941 Commencement Program & Portrait Courtesy of Mary Kucan Hamas ‘41 Mary is the oldest known living graduate of Mount Assisi Academy. She turned 100 in 2023. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943438626-FYOMWY2LUWU8YTIZS5EB/1944-1945+Basketball+Trophy+%26+1946+Team+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1944-1945 Basketball Trophy & 1946 Team Photo Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place These items reflect the dominance of MAA’s 1940s basketball teams. The trophy inscription reads: “Knights of Equity Trophy | Mt. Assisi Academy | Champions 1944-45.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943439538-YHWCBHSJINAC6VJ9150C/1947+Basketball+Trophy+%26+Team+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1947 Basketball Trophy & Team Photo Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place These items reflect the dominance of MAA’s 1940s basketball teams. The trophy inscription reads: “Knights of Equity Trophy | Mt. Assisi | Champions 1946-47.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943444820-DPIUBVOKPLBY98WSZJQ5/1948+%26+1950+Yearbooks.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1948 & 1950 Chimes Yearbooks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943446466-UT3V994RHRAF0B8IWPIA/1962-1963+Echoes+Newspapers.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1962-1963 Echoes Newspapers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943451813-B46NPTP5X5HDBO4OM7ZP/1969+Echoes+Newspapers.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1969 Echoes Newspapers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943452515-BL89O019QX36DG0Z4WJ4/1970-1971+Tuition+Bill.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970-1971 Tuition Bill Courtesy of Deborah Mahich Stebler ‘71 This tuition bill/receipt was received by Mr. & Mrs. Mahich in February 1971, confirming that their daughter’s tuition for the year had been paid in full. The total amount was $216. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943461107-HRBBR86YTI4O4XR3CEWW/1970s+School+Uniform.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1970s School Uniform & Tassel Courtesy of Trina Litterini ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943458782-HD352ATU0EOCFZHHD5R8/1971+Basketball+Trophy+%26+Team+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Basketball Trophy & Team Photo Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943467272-VJ8IHPI32WU5TFMYOXQG/1971+Echoes+Newspapers.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 Echoes Newspapers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943471062-69KHXKJ9K94IIN92P69J/1971+School+Uniform.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971 School Uniform Courtesy of Mary Vic Plazek Taylor ‘74 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943481321-L5KKMVXRZO5IQFWAND7D/1971-1975+Basketball+Schedules.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1971-1975 Basketball Schedules Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943477790-D0373QI8Y49XIWBWYJ72/1973+Basketball+Program+%26+Team+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1973 Basketball Championship Program & Team Photo Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 Following their rise to dominance in 1971, the girls continue their winning ways by earning the 1973 Diocesan Girls High School Basketball Championship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943484405-DOM5ELSAE697T8VZ8KCD/1973+Championship+Trophy.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1973 Basketball Championship Trophy Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place Following their rise to dominance in 1971, the girls continue their winning ways by earning the 1973 Diocesan Girls High School Basketball Championship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943486945-LDHLIQV7NACGZYZC30C6/1974+Club+Pins.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1974 Club Pins Courtesy of Mary Vic Plazek Taylor ‘74 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943490894-2122BZOD37XPBYZ62AYY/1976+Echoes+Newspapers.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1975-1976 Echoes Newspapers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943493415-N3TZBH41WNV490U34HT7/1976+Volleyball+Trophy+%26+Team+Photo.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1976 Volleyball Trophy & Team Photo Courtesy of Mt. Assisi Place Basketball was the sole sport until the 1970s, when MAA formed a girls volleyball team. Success came quickly, as the team won a championship in 1976. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943495247-XJA6M088MBMFZNDK2KSA/1978+Student+Jacket+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Late 1970s Student Jacket Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943497854-CU0SRAL559QQ419J6AI7/1978+Student+Jacket+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - Late 1970s Student Jacket Courtesy of Margie Fleisner Squiller ‘78 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759943502654-WMARN7YDTRKUHXEB4GCJ/June+1967+%26+1969+Echoes+Newspapers.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Digital Museum - 1967 & 1969 Echoes Newspapers These issues were published in June 1967 and June 1969. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/mount-assisi-academy-photo-archive daily 0.75 2025-10-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947632033-UDLVL0VHCMI7BXG9ZALY/Construction+1+1928.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1928 | Convent Construction https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947595532-V7YYRM6LXZDHLLXJYZVC/Sisters+Survey+High+School+Building+1938.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1938 | High School Building Construction https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948095359-B783D8CHS58PZ85IC227/FirstOrchestra1928-29.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1928-1929 | First Orchestra https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951989506-9T8DPVZ5UREVFS617DSK/Early+Mass+in+Gym.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1940s | Mass in Auditorium https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947837206-Z8YVN7ELZPBYQKMQUJL2/Headed+Home+1944.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1944 | Headed Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950593779-DAJDLAC6TDGGKT3DBJMB/Girls+Leaving+Chapel+1944.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1944 | Chapel Procession https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948574101-QJOFE04XC1YKBVDKEBXR/1944+MAA+Basketball.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1944 | Basketball Team https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947556495-PO4UPUODWON3P5MFDUAM/Girls+Outside+with+Sign+1944.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1944 | Outdoor Sign https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950211524-LQ6Z9IK1TQGA4C5STAH6/Home+Ec+1945.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1945 | Home Economics Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947871135-8MM8FOU4OWV3Q2N0WXJN/Girls+Arriving+1946.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1946 | Morning Arrival https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950793640-9LKO54Y136J72EM1WFIQ/Altar+1946.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1946 | Altar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948975086-TZ5CGR17QHTS9UDN5B2I/1946+Baby+Boarders+%282%29.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1946 | Baby Boarders https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951167836-4SX0QWPB9UL0E21P8WNS/Girls+on+Stairs+1946.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1946 | Girls on Stairs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948155790-9PRIR1MOEMTF5J1QUJHR/1947+Cecilia+Marcella+Slovak+Newspaper+Class.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1947 | Slovak Newspaper Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947491438-WOV3L5K2I2MG4XXZUUXS/Driveway+Entrance+1948.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1948 | Driveway Entrance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950533817-PDMZY1A5A17E6N4TZ8C6/Choir+Loft+1948.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1948 | Choir Loft https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949743806-DDTP4BEUV3COW37YAWBT/Gym+1948.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1948 | Basketball Tipoff https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950834751-DV1V3MF0IXMTMJTBTQG6/Chapel+1948.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1948 | Mass https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949563487-VQC4XBGXTGZA83A8V64C/Classroom+Bonaventure+December+1951.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1951 | Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949085214-UB1L28RZO4SJ5NXUISAE/Biology+1951.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1951 Biology Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950309731-Z6FR7D9JJ8V279JVFVGV/Home+Ec+Room+1952.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1952 | Home Economics Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948003465-XXJDEL47K2WL4IJTUZQ3/1952+Basketball+Team.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1952 | Basketball Team https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950967353-7HKJSY5S1OOAUZK68YCF/Library+1952.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1952 | Library Helpers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949878012-US10JK4B9LL83KVAXWHS/Squaredancing+Gym+Class+1953.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1953 | Gym Class Square Dancing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950741498-WXOUD9R9B2FS0HQ29PPJ/Girls+in+Chapel+1953.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1953 | Girls at Mass https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949814022-X2PO4JEBG9CHD3EKYLTY/Gym+Class+1954.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1954 | Gym Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948613460-PSQGPNHAL4G4KWSAHTGT/MAA+Basketball+1954.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1954 | Basketball Team https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951552934-IS970VM4L9ET7RIQNQBC/Sewing+Room+1954.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1954 | Sewing Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951370638-0UUHMRF0546HI91U030I/Immaculata+Science+Lab+1964.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1954 | Science Lab https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950369532-GXH6OGN352SGIWI2G3JX/Home+Ec+Room+1954.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1954 | Home Economics Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950888600-US1E96ON8U36JQ9JG3RL/Library+Desk+1954.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1954 | Library Desk https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951259768-RTA42HJ8PFX6AK4MSXWW/Steps+1955.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1955 | Girls on Steps https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951211694-C0JVUYQ0O8DKW7MITPAP/Sacred+Heart+1955.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1955 | Sacred Heart https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950695199-VU1Y20LIIEQKF0W2S18L/Girls+at+Mass+1955.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1955 | Girls at Mass https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950632662-SH16TJWVYU37CRAN9DIG/Chapel+1955.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1955 | Mass in Chapel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951680192-SYTNQZ1JHXHFM6GY92UE/Sewing+Room+1955.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1955 | Sewing Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950133766-4UO515C2GAOMYPB3SOAN/Gym+1955.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1955 | Dancing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951961943-XNMF44227L0HXF1KCHFX/Early+Glee+Club+in+Gym.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1960s | Glee Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949445043-OF45A1T0T25CZO2ZRGDI/Classroom+1962.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1962 | Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949625831-URM6D0D2UBFNXS0ZAW85/Immaculata+Classroom+1964.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1964 | Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950423476-ZYVX7ONGLP83QTJL3GJN/1964+Home+Ec+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1964 | Home Economics Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948237892-MLZKZME2ECRFWR3C5JEF/Nancy+Markovich+Chimes+Queen+1965.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1965 | Chimes Queen Nancy Markovich https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949377003-XG8BF30HHHPV5BAUOX4C/Senior+POD+Class+1966.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1966 | Senior POD Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949303269-IZ6D292PMU25AVWDNTNC/Pat+Marie+Typing+Class+1966.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1966 | Typing Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948324289-WDJA14R4DTRUJ09CCYIR/Ring+Day+1968.png Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Class Ring Day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947725013-74SCWFQ7PN7KJLAQ2HVP/Marian+Hall+Cornerstone+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Marian Hall Cornerstone https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948199351-WFKH5A90H7TYGTYAF2AM/Lockers+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Changing Classes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949489223-05H5DK92EUY3CBENIL58/Classroom+1968+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950197523-YVJ28YBC1G2L61L4I6GT/Home+Ec+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Home Economics Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949695449-N01D0N7A8BH7XK2FN4PW/Bernie+Crummie+Gym+Class+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Gym Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950081783-J9IWQEB1IDD2XNJW619N/Gym+Class+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Gym Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949510819-ZGPI4O880U1FWYKPQ2L7/Classroom+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950933567-DZ6KFK06BBTL44EIJ4ET/Library+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Library https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951513011-DJLPF4DALALH9QFC21AJ/Sewing+Room+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Sewing Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948480533-IQ7CDJPKAS7SL8T83693/Senior-Sophomore+Party+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Senior-Sophomore Party https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951122133-3WZTKPI3BM1L6NSHZIIH/Sliding+Down+Stairs+1968.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | Sliding Down Stairs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951085787-ECM5RVJL4EYH1Y89UUK4/School+Entrance+1968.png Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1968 | School Entrance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949241618-6F9XR67CUS4XVVIV5V0I/Biology+1969+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1969 | Biology Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949153165-CJ0U37Q7PLHNN2HHSZSY/Biology+1969.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1969 | Biology Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951580352-Z0A5KWWJGR3FZINV3SCS/Sewing+Room+1969.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1969 | Sewing Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950042637-8DHAHWYVH8WOAQNFIV1I/Pep+Rally+1969.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1969 | Pep Rally https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951027457-OSU7KNQKOT51OS4ENS7J/Library+1970s.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Library https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951738007-QYJPNWAWEBQB3LD6OXI0/Cheerleaders+in+Gym+1970s.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Cheerleaders https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951908701-G3WG73XD46XLLM3HH6RX/Basketball+Team+in+Gym.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Basketball https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951860607-6T2NCP1SBO894DWJD6RM/Basketball+Team+in+Gym+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Basketball https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951758631-LYAQRFQ8J3BCML3FZYA3/Floor+Hockey+in+Gym.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Floor Hockey https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951443715-FEYTWUI967GOM4LF3ESC/Sewing+1970s+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Sewing Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951468601-AF20RHB61JM40VRS4453/Sewing+Room+1970s.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970s | Sewing Room https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947688481-WVH4GGLB9R56GD973DUF/1970s+Girls+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970 | Girls Gathering https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949125520-17OBCMANK2YITDK164Q1/Biology+1970.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970 | Biology Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759950298060-8GTFX2KG2X6OBIZWSABR/Home+Ec+1970.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970 | Home Economics Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759951319084-3ZIJITVO4WUITSGOM4XX/Science+1970.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970 | Science Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949032011-UK4QQM55EKXRJ6PQSNU3/May+Crowning+1970.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1970 | May Crowning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759947944372-KV7HZEV8TBEUK50A2YP2/Unique+Exterior+Photo+1972-KHM.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1972 | Exterior View Courtesy of +Kathleen Helfrich-Miller https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948052531-SI4DTFAYELMYTQXNL0O0/1972-73+Basketball+Team+Color.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1972-1973 | Basketball Team https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759949346162-GINYHOHYBFGA4V6EZOIX/English+Class+1975.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1975 | English Class https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948283205-HL4FQWIBS4MC0J8ALECV/1975+Grads+1.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1975 | Graduation Day Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1759948369507-0ENG3OPGEW9QPGAGB3BP/1975+Grads+2.jpg Mount Assisi Academy Photo Archive - 1975 | Graduation Day Courtesy of Annette Giovanazzi ‘75 https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/2024-donors daily 0.75 2026-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7bf9f701-9100-4fea-9855-5f6845fb67da/Thank+You.jpg 2024 Donors - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/monocacy-fall-food-drive-2025 daily 0.75 2025-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4731d7e0-4ad7-46ef-9bcc-dd4d8d0e05ef/Monocacy+Food+Drive+10.18.25.jpg Monocacy Fall Food Drive 2025 - Make it stand out Sisters Virginelle Makos (seated) and Regina Ann Rokosny (right) and their volunteer helpers are deeply appreciative of all who supported the 2025 Fall Food Drive at Monocacy Manor on October 18. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/grateful-to-god-thankful-for-you daily 0.75 2025-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/76c3caf8-640f-4adf-b94b-a10ef95f8c01/Harvest+Church.jpg Grateful to God & Thankful for You - 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Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/be65b33f-bf6a-438a-80df-2759f4e037f5/Sister+Teresa+Misyak.jpg Grateful to God & Thankful for You - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c27daacf-e77a-4fa9-a355-cb9a9696c38f/Sister+Georgette+Dublino.jpg Grateful to God & Thankful for You - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1edf7335-39eb-42a0-ae84-c1ed224ab261/Untitled-1.png Grateful to God & Thankful for You - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-phyllis-fassio daily 0.75 2026-03-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615238990804-B6QSBXM91LWXFSKQ5TKV/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f5af892e-f4eb-4f06-a257-45b46d1c9dfe/Echoes+1965.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio Sister Agnes Cvala advises the Echoes newspaper staff in 1965, including Phyllis Balkovitz (seated next to Sister). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b5300a05-48bc-4c0a-9bd8-04a6fbed42af/Phyllis+Balkovitz.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio Phyllis’ 1965 yearbook photo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/dd28b49d-f216-465f-8604-45c86cd35eed/Sister+Therese+Sedlock+1968.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio Sister Therese Sedlock https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a35ff5f9-4704-4325-8656-6cac597dfada/Sister+Magdalene+1968.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out Sister Magdalene Lovrich https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/6c7701a1-4067-4010-81c6-08b07c7da4a5/Bonaventure+1968.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out Sister Bonaventure Melichar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/73b868ba-c3ec-4a14-b3cc-723a2bdbc5af/Agnes+1962.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out Sister Agnes Chvala https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/00cf3b6b-a269-4fa3-981c-98e3f63d9dda/Fassios+2019.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out Phyllis and her husband, Ernie, in 2019 as they celebrated their 50th anniversary. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7976aebd-9f95-4bde-91fd-ced8a5b31b07/Fassio+Wedding+1.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out Ernie and Phyllis Fassio on their wedding day in 1969, accompanied by Phyllis’ former students. At right is Mary Theresa Graziano, who, just like Phyllis, went on to attend Mount Assisi Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/cf19bafd-1dfd-4d13-8f9f-d5a844fdd096/St.+Cyril+1968-1969.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out Phyllis’ 1968-1969 third-grade class at St. Cyril of Alexandria School. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4636bf8c-8dcf-415a-8df0-82c98deb4ec3/Diane+Doyle+2.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - Make it stand out This photo from our 2023 Welcome Home event includes Phyllis’ former students and wedding processors Mary Theresa Graziano Dunn, Mary Frances Donatelli Kahn and Diane Schmitt Doyle, shown with some of their fellow 1978 Mount Assisi Academy classmates. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4633171e-6ce4-468c-bfbe-811d4f3fe642/Sister+Mary+Therese+Sedlock.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - SISTER THERESE Sister Therese Sedlock served at Mount Assisi Academy from 1954-1967, teaching music, religion, English, world cultures and world history. She also moderated the Glee Club, Musart and freshman chorus. Sister went on to teach at St. Francis Academy in San Antonio, Texas, and served as youth ministry coordinator for the Archdiocese. In later years of ministry, she dedicated herself to contemplative prayer and established the Our Lady of Solitude houses of prayer in Phoenix and Black Canyon City, Ariz. She died in 2004 at age 72. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a6fd6021-975e-4939-b811-08f23bab8369/maggie2.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - SISTER MAGDALENE Sister Magdalene served at Mount Assisi Academy from 1943-1970, teaching geometry, algebra, Latin, English and French. She also served as principal for many years and delivered the final commencement address in 1978. Sister had a remarkable memory for facts and details. She served on the Provincial Administration for three terms, and on the Congregational Constitution Committee amid the major changes of Vatican II in the 1960s. In 1993, she was appointed Provincial Archivist. She died in 2015 at age 94. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/27d847d7-ab5f-4e8e-b099-057ca96fc921/AnnaCatherine.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - SISTER BONAVENTURE Sister Bonaventure (Anna Catherine Melichar) served at Mount Assisi Academy from 1943-1968, teaching religion, history, Problems of Democracy, Latin and health. She moderated the Chimes yearbook, Speech & Debate Club, History Honor Society and Forensics Club. Sister spent three years as a missionary in Chile during the 1973 Chilean coup d'etat. Later, she taught for 12 years at St. Francis Academy in San Antonio, Texas. Well versed in the Czech and Slovak languages, Sister taught English to the Sisters in the Czech and Slovak Republics from 1991-1993. She died in 2015 at age 98. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/991bb03d-16a8-4690-8cb1-53963ecc434d/SisterAgnes1.jpg Then & Now: Phyllis Fassio - SISTER AGNES Sister Agnes Chvala served at Mount Assisi Academy from 1941-1950 and 1957-1967, teaching religion, English, health, history and geography, and serving as school supervisor and librarian. She moderated the Echoes newspaper and the Writers Club. After MAA closed in 1978, Sister Agnes went on to minister in San Antonio, where she was principal of St. Joseph School and taught English at St. Francis Academy. She died in 1998 at age 82. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-agnes-chvala daily 0.75 2026-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2b767be4-7ec1-4270-80e6-db76ff2e0bc1/Sister+Agnes+1964.jpg Sister Agnes Chvala - Make it stand out Sister Agnes circa 1964 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a4f4014-35ad-4e1b-a90f-709d40775c24/Agnes+1962.jpg Sister Agnes Chvala - Make it stand out Sister Agnes at work in 1962 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/12071db9-b456-4332-825e-6a3ec244032c/SisterAgnes1.jpg Sister Agnes Chvala - Make it stand out Sister Agnes in the 1990s https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/sister-celine-pizur daily 0.75 2026-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/44a858f1-0c5f-4bab-95ce-2c6c99c7066f/Celine+2.jpg Sister Celine Pizur - Make it stand out Sister Celine circa 1966 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/29349ea7-1a60-4c5a-9fd6-a3bc1ead04ad/Celine+1966.jpg Sister Celine Pizur - Make it stand out Sister Celine in the 1960s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/e705ebb4-0a71-4dbf-b256-7a2094e67543/Celine.jpg Sister Celine Pizur - Make it stand out Sister Celine at work on her art https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/silence-of-the-snow daily 0.75 2026-01-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a4cd0e0d-e705-4181-be5b-f0bf69a812bb/Silent+Snow+2.jpg The Silence of the Snow - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2be0dc08-5271-47ee-86ca-deedc0f3c3c7/Snow+Path.jpg The Silence of the Snow - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/holiday-highlights-2025 daily 0.75 2026-01-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7eb382f6-a58d-46b0-9def-3f57c80326bc/Holly.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f416c853-9153-4764-860f-52f8f7f53ab2/IMG_1762.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe4cf22d-e5ca-461a-9233-ac82e39c4d6a/IMG_1776.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/7a4a87ba-a6d1-4ab5-8e3e-0772a150a3c9/IMG_1759.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f688bdc0-d0ce-4cf0-84d8-3e0743f9f6f3/IMG_1790.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b61e2e9e-f727-4de9-94e0-bad1576c1357/IMG_0298.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Alumnae, friends and Associates of our Sisters in Bethlehem, Pa., brought their smiling faces and helping hands to Monocacy Manor on December 7, to help the Sisters decorate the White House convent for the holidays. A lot of work got done, but the day was, as always, one of pure joy and fellowship. Our Sisters are forever grateful to those who have been helping for many years, as well as new friends, too. Here, Sisters Barbara Brown, Virginelle Makos and Regina Ann Rokosny enjoy the company of Joe Rodgers, husband of Mary Gonzales (St. Francis Academy Class of 1973), and Louise Kelchner, board member of the former St. Francis Center for Renewal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/4bde7081-4958-47a3-bfae-1364a165f319/IMG_0321.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Sisters Anita Kuchera and Barbara DeStefano — shown with Sister Marie Therese Sherwood at right — received cozy pajamas to keep them warm on winter nights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b4a67e9c-1d78-4b8e-b324-b94f1090379a/IMG_0320-1.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Francine Garganta were all smiles while opening presents on Christmas Day at Monocacy Manor. . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a842cd82-4538-430e-9683-805c74ceb461/Catholic+Charities+Pickup.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Sisters Yolanda Escamilla, Gracy Kundukulam and Georgette Dublino help a representative from Catholic Charities load the food donations they collected leading up to Christmas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/34550687-e288-4eb4-88fe-1b252f34d789/Yavorka+%26+Munschie.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Make it stand out Marian Yavorka Jobe and Carole Munsch Tedesco — both 1973 graduates of Mount Assisi Academy — drop off food donations at San Damiano Convent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5a06549c-5121-46a3-b933-9a2589947c58/IMG_1235.jpg Holiday Highlights 2025 - Santa’s Sweetheart Sister Virginelle Makos made for a very convincing Mrs. Claus during our annual Holiday Craft Fair & Bake Sale at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., on November 1. With a volunteer friend as Santa, the North Pole pair brought a little Christmas spirit to patrons of all ages, including this young family. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/monocacy-manor-convent-addition daily 0.75 2026-03-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/06f08a80-69a4-42e2-bdb3-d99cff9418a5/Postcard+Renderings.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition - Make it stand out This architect’s rendering of the Monocacy Manor Convent Addition shows where it adjoins to the original, historic “White House” structure, marrying old with new in a space specially designed to meet our Sisters’ evolving needs and to enable them to continue to serve the community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a7d69960-017c-44b4-be54-d27734c34eef/PHOTO-2025-02-04-10-52-11_3.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition - Make it stand out An overhead view of the convent addition shows its position adjacent to the main White House residence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904376455-T72RSLJCY59GI75EFM0H/Marguerite+%26+Students+1971.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770905163104-HAIOWU7C3ISHV4FKU9RA/Rosaria+%26+SFA+Students.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904177367-R8RIJCNKU07IFOSI4PEJ/1968+SFA-B+May+Procession+1.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904312120-T16ISNW4JB4TGFIQD0Y5/SFA+1.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904361686-44ZGSXMA9OD1LS27LPH7/Irene+%26+Regina+Ann.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904488907-YH6SRP83XE8D9R2K7DOS/SFA%2B2.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904315042-J3SVPPIJ8JAR8A75MEVX/SFA+3.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904451855-ZH6QP6ES4CMN8S7ZPJFN/SFA%2BVespers%2B1971.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904349004-BUBJTP0RY77LVQEGX5PP/Regina+Teaching+1971.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770906247072-2Q0EPF5GLD3MNRGIQIZL/Marietta+Bookkeeping+Class+1966.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770905186318-ZNHBC8CQCDQ9K4EV30WV/SFA-B+Chart+1987.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904477265-XPK33GRXK377P22Q22ML/Xavier%2BClassroom.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770905179230-KBGP3VOLG286EJDULFWZ/Rosaria+Teaching+at+SFA+2.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770904396069-RVIEH27PFQPH7MY2V7EO/Outdoor+Class+Guitar+1970.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770905218418-28OJU5EIFLYY4N1GX7NL/Video+1.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770905186886-HPPLEUXEQCF9W7M2BW0V/SFA-B+Social+Studies+1987.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770906246625-V1F3WYYU9U7AIZEWMXOY/Marietta+Teaching+1964.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770906249169-K667CT1FYWEK0TXBU406/Amata+Teaching+1964.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770906249684-JANK5PS0YB9Z1JTY2B6U/SFA-B+Chemistry+1961.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770906252037-HS7I9X1FH3BNCT1Z4YGT/SFA-B+French+1964.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1770906252728-GI1TO353YG625O83H75T/SFA-B+Science+1980s.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fd95915f-b6f5-4de8-95fd-6384bee51473/San+Damiano+Cross+%282%29.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition - Serving All of God’s People The charism of the School Sisters of St. Francis is intimate union with God in the midst of apostolic service. We are called to serve the poor and otherwise needy and to address the very real needs and social concerns of the times in which we live. Our vital ministries are the instruments by which we engage God’s people and meet their physical and spiritual needs. Our interior relationship with God and the external support of our friends help us to keep these ministries vital and relevant. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b76b3d0a-8266-4850-a4c7-746a449d117d/SFA-B+Science+1964.jpg Monocacy Manor Convent Addition - Make it stand out St. Francis Academy students Ann Marie Janders, Kathleen Burkhardt, Dolores Mitko and Rosemary Weber work on a science experiment in 1961. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/5f62c3f7-1f39-4ea5-ad39-5099730b413c/IMG_0691.png Monocacy Manor Convent Addition - Make it stand out Sisters Marguerite Stewart and Ann Marie Yenca — both now in their 90s — stay spry by blending exercise with a little fun, such as this bean bag toss game. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/blue-light-vigil daily 0.75 2026-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/24809c7e-b084-45c0-8944-493b6c17e079/Blue+Light+Vigil.jpg Blue Light Vigil - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/labor-of-love-for-the-lehigh-valley daily 0.75 2026-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/339cc852-bb85-4136-923f-d3060a32eda6/IMG_2095.jpg A Labor of Love for the Lehigh Valley - Make it stand out Sisters Barbara DeStefano, Barbara Brown and Anita Kuchera — along with lay Associate Karen Assetto — help make 80 sandwiches for those served by Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b9fdd72c-b824-4722-8905-c2b7bc51fe7d/IMG_2761.jpg A Labor of Love for the Lehigh Valley - Make it stand out Sister Virginelle Makos (right) was grateful for the help of Rose Oberly, a nurse who cares for the Sisters in Villa Clare, in packing everything for delivery to BES. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f177521e-cb28-4940-bff7-d0e0397477ba/IMG_2105.jpg A Labor of Love for the Lehigh Valley - Make it stand out Volunteer Rose Oberly (left) works alongside Sisters Loretta Motko, Marguerite Stewart, Irene Novak and Marie Therese Sherwood to package sandwiches for those in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/a2c9d5df-21e2-4029-8904-14b582d5af80/IMG_2104.jpg A Labor of Love for the Lehigh Valley - Make it stand out Sisters Regina Ann Rokosny and Xavier Bomberger arrange luncheon meats for sandwich-making at Monocacy Manor on January 23. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/f76606c7-3832-476a-9b84-dc153d2e046f/IMG_2107.jpg A Labor of Love for the Lehigh Valley - Make it stand out Sister Rosaria Shina organizes sandwiches and condiment packs, as the Sisters at Monocacy Manor prepared 80 lunches for the unhoused on January 23. https://www.schoolsistersosf.org/then-now-donna-henriques-ellis daily 0.75 2026-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/1615568543072-EJ63IDMAHD79G4AQLUE8/Then+%26+Now.png Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b5e81fe2-76f4-4069-b52d-5e35933a81b7/SFA+Keepsakes.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out A few keepsakes that Donna Henriques Ellis has saved from her days at St. Francis Academy. “These small mementos remind me of the remarkable women who helped shape the course of my life,” she says. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/68ccc66e-3844-4d4b-bc2c-b680824e1a3a/Donna+Henriques+1985.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out Donna in 1985 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/66e533bc-e930-4df1-a1b4-cfd8e3c38dc7/Carol+Ann+Young+1.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out Sister Carol back then https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d87f14d7-1033-49c1-bc60-dfc8177be593/Sister+Barbara+DeStefano+1985.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out Sister Barbara back then https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d74bb8bb-0397-467a-9bc1-45da888459a4/Donna+Henriques+Most+Unathletic+1985.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out Donna in a 1985 yearbook photo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/2830e1dd-f8fa-4966-b688-1f37da6b5528/Donna+%26+Tim+Ellis.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out Now Donna and her husband of 35 years, Tim, raised four children and live in the foothills of the San Emigdio Mountains, just north of Los Angeles, where they’ve had not one but two run-ins with mountain lions! She is currently studying Disability Services and can be reached at donna.ellis@myyahoo.com (not yahoo.com). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/936f30b7-d96a-402a-b72c-15419ecc7727/Mohawked+Donna-bw.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out Donna during her mohawk phase https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/fe4b103e-b2ef-495a-8a9a-ae45e6fb3562/Video+5.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out A young Sister Anita https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/b4897609-c625-4ec3-b3f6-1f2e71273e42/Sister+Xavier+Yearbook.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Make it stand out A young Sister Xavier https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/8caf8644-edde-4104-a031-c4d2ca8f07d8/Sister+Carol+Ann+Papp+2024.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - Sister Carol Ann These days, Sister Carol is still teaching art, now at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa. She and her colleagues received the Diocese of Pittsburgh’s xxx award in 2025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/9c0d52f3-22ad-4b81-b6f9-300c396040d2/Sister+Anita+Kuchera.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - SISTER ANITA Now in her 90s, Sister Anita is retired at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/d18c3524-7fa4-4ab6-bbd9-0e05003282ba/Sister+Mary+Xavier+Bomberger.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - SISTER XAVIER Now in her 80s, Sister Xavier serves as our community’s Provincial Vicar. She lives at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5dc5aeb9fd5d2e7278da9878/c46c233a-418b-487f-8fa8-3d52808ccbd3/Sister+Barbara+DeStefano.jpg Then & Now: Donna Henriques Ellis - SISTER BARBARA Sister Barbara retired from retreat ministry in 20xx. 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