In 2022, the Sister Water Project is celebrating 15 years of water projects in Honduras and Tanzania. To raise awareness of global water issues and to raise funds for the Sisters of St. Francis’ Sister Water Project (SWP), the SWP…
The Dubuque Franciscans stand with the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) and the National Black Sisters’ Conference (NBSC) in support of Pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act that will protect and expand the sacred right to vote.…
The Dubuque Area Vocations Association invites single women ages 18-45 to pray the Sunday scripture with other women of faith and Catholic Sisters on Tuesdays, January 25, February 22, and March 29. This online event begins at 7 p.m. To…
The Tri-State Coalition Against Human Trafficking was among five entities recognized by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ office on Thursday, January 13 with Outstanding Anti-Trafficking Service Awards. The awards were presented as part of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. “I’m…
The Sisters of St. Francis and their sponsored ministries are sponsoring a 4-part Zoom series titled, "Moving Toward Racial Equity." Hear from local community leaders as they respond to racial inequities and offer ways to effect change in our homes,…
“Rooted in the Gospel and in the spirit of Francis and Clare, the Sisters of St. Francis live in right relationship with all creation.” (Mission Statement). Therefore, we, the Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque, Iowa, and our Associates, publicly…
The Dubuque Franciscan Sisters honored their Ruby (40 years), Diamond (60 years), and Double Diamond Jubilarians (70 years) at celebrations in October at Mount St. Francis Center. Sisters Marie Cigrand and Maureen Leach celebrated their Ruby Jubilee (40 years) at…
The Canticle of Creation Center (CoCC), a ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis, will network with a diverse group of community members who share a common passion for climate change, agriculture, food insecurity, and addressing racism in a six…
Father Daniel P. Horan OFM, PhD will present, "Spirituality and Justice," which will focus on the topic of his newly released book, “A White Catholic’s Guide to Racism and Privilege,” from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. (with a midday break) via…
A Jule bus with a strong new message is traversing Dubuque, Iowa, streets. The Tri-State Coalition Against Human Trafficking and Slavery sponsored the wrap featuring a photo of a lovely young girl to drive home a growing reality: “Not for…
