Candles of Love

Candles of Love

Each year at Candles of Love, our sisters offer you this gift of prayer in gratitude for your friendship and support of our mission.

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Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

“Shining the Light and Joy” with a Festive Gala!

The School Sisters of St. Francis will celebrate 150 years of worldwide mission with the “Shining the Light and Joy!” gala on Saturday, December 7, presented by Associated Bank Private Wealth.

The International Leadership Team, in collaboration with the Office of Mission Advancement, is delighted to host our first-ever fundraising gala at Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel in downtown Milwaukee.

This memorable evening will celebrate our milestone anniversary with our cherished donors and will also be an opportunity to showcase the impactful work of the School Sisters of St. Francis to new friends, donors, and corporate sponsors. Funds raised through this initiative will support our sisters’ global ministries, retirement needs, and the St. Joseph Chapel renovation.

The evening’s entertainment will include a portrayal of the life of “Saint Kate” – St. Catherine of Bologna – by professional actress and Adrian Dominican Sister Nancy Murray (the sister of acclaimed actor Bill Murray!) Enjoy a live auction with MC and auctioneer Yve Rojas, plus music performances by Dr. Aaron Mathews on piano, Dominican Sister Patty Gallagher on harp, and Mariachi Monarcas de Milwaukee.

Guests can choose from mouth-watering dinner entrées that include beef short rib Bourguignon, grilled semi boneless chicken breast, and a vegan option with maple-glazed sweet potato, ancient grain risotto, pea tendrils, pepitas, and maple miso. Complimentary valet parking will be available to all attendees, and St. Kate – The Arts Hotel will be offering a special room rate for those attending the gala.

Full details and an online registration form are available on our website’s gala event page. Invite your friends and reserve your place today for an evening that will be filled with great times for a great cause!

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St. Joseph Chapel

St. Joseph Chapel

Since the School Sisters of St. Francis opened the doors of St. Joseph Chapel more than a century ago, this Milwaukee landmark has been dedicated to the permanent service of God. Our sacred space has nourished the lives of thousands of religious women who have prayed here daily, and today we welcome you to join us for religious services, private devotion, tours, and concerts.
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The School Sisters of St. Francis live the Good News of Jesus and witness to the presence of God as we enter into the lives and needs of people around the world, especially those who are poor. We strive to be a source of new life, new meaning and new hope.  Our Vision is a world transformed through peace, justice and love.

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United States

United States

The School Sisters of St. Francis meet the needs of the times in the United States through their varied ministries.

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Latin America

Latin America

Today our sisters of the Latin American Region serve in Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Mexico and Peru.

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Europe

Today our sisters of the European Province serve in Germany and Switzerland.     

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India

India

In India, the School Sisters of St. Francis have served those in need since the 1930s. In October 2015, the School Sisters of St. Francis’ Assisi Province in southern India launched a new mission to Tanzania.

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