February 2020 News Update
On January 16th, 2020, The Sisters of Saint Francis received an Environmental Achievement Award. On behalf of The Sisters of Saint Francis, Sister Ramona Miller accepted a copper wire sculpture…
In Memory of Sister Martha Ann McGinnis
Sister Martha Ann McGinnis (Sister Martel), 85, a Franciscan Sister of the Congregation of Our Lady of Lourdes, Rochester, MN, died at Assisi Heights, January 17, 2020. Martha Ann…
In Memory of Sister Judy Chiodo
Sister Judith (Judy) Chiodo (Sister Olivia), 79, a Franciscan Sister of the Congregation of Our Lady of Lourdes, Rochester, MN, died at Assisi Heights, December 23, 2019. Judith Concetta Marie…
December 2019 News Update
Mayo Clinic Values Council – Sister Jean Keniry was a key person involved in establishing the Mayo Clinic Values Council (MCVC), which began in January 2014 as the successor to…
The Meaning of the Nativity Scene
Pope Francis has written an Apostolic Letter on the meaning and importance of the nativity scene. He signed the Letter during his recent visit to the Italian town of Greccio.…
Christmas on the Hill Tours & Lourdes Chapel Schedules
Take a Tour! Come view the beautiful holiday decorations! To make your reservations for a tour, call 507-282-7441. There is no charge for the tour, however donations are welcomed and appreciated!…
In Memory of Sister Margaret Clare
Sister Margaret Clare Style (Sister Alacoque), 101, a Franciscan Sister of the Congregation of Our Lady of Lourdes, Rochester, MN, died at Assisi Heights, November 19, 2019. Margaret Clare Style,…
November 2019 News Update
From Global Sisters Report – Nov. 5, 2019: As fewer sisters serve in health care, ensuring their charisms will endure by Dan Stockman – The Sisters of St. Francis of…
October 2019 News Update
Global Sisters Report recently published the latest issue of The Life: Sisters are experts in bringing people together, featuring Sister Dawn Nothwehr. Choral Arts Ensemble is hosting a concert to honor the lives…
Ken Burns Documentary Features Rochester Franciscans
The PBS documentary features Rochester Franciscan Foundress, Mother Alfred Moes, who told Dr. Mayo she had a vision from God. She believed it would become “world renowned for its medical…