by Jessica Russo | Apr 25, 2024 | News
The Dubuque Franciscans, along with four other tristate area religious congregations, sponsored the showing of the film “Maya” at the Julien Dubuque International Film Festival April 24-28, 2024, in Dubuque. The film “Maya” centers on a... 
by Jessica Russo | Apr 25, 2024 | News
Mount St. Francis Center was part of mobile tour for the Growing Sustainable Communities Conference hosted by the City of Dubuque on Wednesday, April 24.. Sisters Michelle Balek, Janice Hoffman, Nancy Miller and Maintenance Director Paul Hayes shared the Dubuque... 
by Jessica Russo | Apr 11, 2024 | News
he annual Mount St. Francis Employee Appreciation and Recognition dinner was held Wednesday, April 10. Special recognition was given to employees who completed 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years of service. Employees were treated to a special dinner held at Shalom... 
by Jessica Russo | Apr 1, 2024 | News
As Earth Month approaches, the Midwest Franciscan Justice Promoters proudly announce the release of their special calendar for April 2024, titled “Flowing Forward: A Water-Wise Earth Month Calendar.” Developed by Catholic sisters from six congregations spanning... 
by Kim Miller | Feb 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Sister Michaela (Mary Ann) Galles, OSF, died Sunday, February 25, 2024 at the age of 88. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2024. Masks are optional. Guests unable to attend may... 
by Kim Miller | Feb 22, 2024 | News
Behind the Scenes of Convent Life Are you interested in exploring religious life? Here’s your chance to spend time with sisters from several communities, visit congregations and hear their stories and ask questions. There will be time for prayer, personal reflection,... 
by Kim Miller | Jan 29, 2024 | Diamond - 60 Years
Sister Marge Burkle was born in Dyersville, Iowa, the second daughter of Charles and Luetta (Tauke) Burkle. She has eight sisters and one brother. Her education began at Xavier Grade School and High School. Sister received a bachelor’s degree from Briar Cliff... 
by Kim Miller | Jan 18, 2024 | News
The Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque are seeking volunteers for a service trip to Honduras with the Sister Water Project July 22-August 1, 2024. The Sister Water Project Service Team will help make potable water accessible to people in the rural village of Lavatorio,... 
by Kim Miller | Jan 16, 2024 | Obituaries
Sister Theresa (Rita Ann) Jungers, OSF, died Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at the age of 85. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 22, 2024. Masks are optional. Guests unable to attend... 
by Kim Miller | Jan 29, 2024 | Diamond - 60 Years
Sister Lois Erpelding, daughter of Paul and Rosalia Erpelding, originates from St. Joseph, Bode, Iowa. After graduating from Algona Garrigan, she completed her bachelor’s degree at Briar Cliff, Sioux City, Iowa and a master’s degree from St. John University,...