For Love of Neighbor- Update – August 2021
As promised, we are writing with an update regarding the opening of Our Lady of the Angels to the public. Because of the data showing… Read More »For Love of Neighbor- Update – August 2021
We are a community of vowed sisters and covenant companions (lay women and men) who live the Gospel in the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi and our foundress Mother M. Clara Pfaender. Through our shared commitment to Franciscan contemplative presence and gospel service, we are collectively known as the Wheaton Franciscans.
As promised, we are writing with an update regarding the opening of Our Lady of the Angels to the public. Because of the data showing… Read More »For Love of Neighbor- Update – August 2021
January 29, 1939 – August 13, 2021 Visitation (Public) Tuesday, August 17, 20214:00 – 7:00 PM CDTOur Lady of the Angels Chapel26W171 Roosevelt RoadWheaton, Illinois… Read More »Remembering Sr. Alice Reckamp
In 2021, we are grateful to celebrate and rejoice with our 5 Sister jubilarians and one Covenant Companion jubilarian. We celebrate their lives and their… Read More »2021 Jubilarians
All are welcome to join the Wheaton Franciscan community in the celebration of the Sacred Triduum. Services will be offered via livestream on the Wheaton… Read More »An Invitation – Sacred Triduum and Easter Sunday
Stop Gun Violence The Wheaton Franciscans condemn the violence in the United States that continues to take innocent lives. In a week that numbs the… Read More »Community Response to Recent Shootings
Pray for Peace and Reconciliation In light of the tragic events of January 6 in our nation’s Capitol, The Wheaton Franciscans invite you to join… Read More »Community Response to the Tragic Events in Our Nations Capitol
Happy New Year! We are writing with an update related to the ongoing reality of the coronavirus pandemic. Although this new year brings us some… Read More »In This Together – Update – January 2021
In mid-September, Mary Krystinak, Director Our Lady of Angels and Sisters Healthy Living, received an urgent email reporting, “The Bees are Swarming!” The email included… Read More »Homeless Bees Visit OLA Garden
Dreaming, Daring, Deepening Creating a vibrant, shared community With abundant joy and deep gratitude, the Wheaton Franciscan Community is happy to announce the new… Read More »Announcing The New Regional Community Leadership Team
“Guard my common good: Do what’s right and do it in the right way.” (IS: 56:1) “Love your neighbor as yourself.” (Mark 12:31). Dear Friends,… Read More »In This Together – Update – July 31, 2020
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give… Read More »We Are All In This Together – Update – May 27, 2020
This year we join in celebrating the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and the 5th anniversary of Laudato Si. Like many communities we have… Read More »Earth Day 2020
We are a community of vowed sisters, and covenant companions called to live the Gospel in the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi and our foundress Mother M. Clara Pfaender. We are a welcoming community collaborating with others to be a blessing in the world. Wherever you are on your life journey, you are welcome here.
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