The Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother

TO BRING FULLER LIFE TO OTHERS

Inspiring Faith Through Teaching

A DEEP RESPECT AND LOVING CONCERN FOR ALL OF CREATION

Speaking Out for Change

PROMOTING SOCIAL JUSTICE, CREATING A CULTURE OF PEACE

Leading the Laudato Si' Generation

WALKING WITH YOUTH TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW

The Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother ~ St. Francis of Assisi Delegation

The Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother both serve and empower others by sharing God's love. We are advocates, supporters,
and companions to those in need—the sick, the poor, the vulnerable and those in crisis. Inspired by St. Francis,
St. Clare and our Foundress, Mother Frances Streitel, we live simply, give generously, and have a deep respect and
loving concern for all of creation. Through prayer and work, we bring fuller life to others.

May the poor always enjoy the friendship of our sisters. 

- Mother Frances Streitel

Foundress

Humanity conceals two jewels in its midst and so seldom appreciates their value – they are the poor and the sick. 

- Mother Frances Streitel

Foundress

Prayer and work must go hand in hand and like twin sisters, strive to remedy the spiritual and social misery of [humankind].

- Mother Frances Streitel

Foundress

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Meet Sister Roxanne

Sister Roxanne serves as Assistant Administrator at St. Martin's Retreat Centre in Grenada. She supports the mission of the Centre ...

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