From the monthly archives:

December 2009

Called to Be Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity Postulants

December 8, 2009

On December 8, 2009 as a powerful, cold wind whirled snow flurries outside, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity warmly welcomed Marie Wilhelm and Kara Martin as postulants at a 7:15 p.m. evening celebration.
Sister Louise Hembrecht, OSF, Community Director, greeted Marie and Kara with these words:
The Virgin Mary, humble servant of the Lord, was open to His every word and call. She was embraced by Francis with indescribable [...]

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Name a 2009 Christmas Concert that Gives Glory to God

December 5, 2009

Certainly,  internet radio offers many a nostalgic Christmas classic calling to mind many a  memory. Seasonal youtube specials also mix image and sound to produce new heart-warming moments that stir souls. Nevertheless, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity are well aware that it is often ‘live’ Christmas concerts that truly ‘give glory to God’ and unite listeners in a spirit of peace and [...]

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Here’s a Way Youth and Professionals Interact for Tomorrow’s Future

December 1, 2009

On December 1, 2009, the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce invited over 100 professionals including the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity to interact with 4,000 area high school sophomores at the 16th annual Career Expo entitled 2 Days Pathways, 2morrows Future. The expo is one opportunity for adults to meet young people and encourage them as they look to [...]

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Ponder ‘O Come Emmanuel’ a Franciscan Sisters’ Advent Podcast

December 1, 2009

In this month of liturgical seasons that anticipate and celebrate the birth of Jesus, rejoice and enjoy O Come Emmanuel, a podcast featuring the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity’s rendition of the medieval Catholic hymn “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” (Veni Emmanuel) with its beautiful, haunting melody and collection of titles ascribed to the Savior from Scripture. Reflect [...]

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Inquisive about Franciscan Sisters’ Typical Day e.g. Kekaha, HI

December 1, 2009

How do our Franciscan Sisters serving at St. Theresa Parish on the Garden Island, Kauai in the Diocese of Honolulu prepare for Christmas? Continuing the conversation of ‘what a typical day is like’, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity hope to provide some food for thought with yet another posting on the life of our Sisters.
Learn about Sister [...]

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