Franciscan Sisters of Oldenburg

06/08/2026

06/07/2026

SUNDAY REFLECTION for June 7, 2026
First Reading: Deuteronomy 8: 2-3, 14b-16a
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 147: 12-15, 19-20
Second Reading: I Corinthians 10: 16-17
Gospel: John 6: 51-58

This simple reflection for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ comes from the words of St. Francis of Assisi in his “Letter to the Entire Order.” Having prayed with this reading at Morning Prayer this morning, it speaks so beautifully of the meaning of the Eucharist and why contemplation of this gift is given a special place in our Liturgical Year. Take some time to savor the depth of these words from Francis.

“O wonderful loftiness and stupendous dignity! O sublime humility! O humble sublimity! The Lord of the universe, God and the Son of God, so humbles Himself that for our salvation He hides Himself under an ordinary piece of bread!....Look at the humility of God and pour out your hearts before Him! Humble yourselves that you may be exalted by Him! Hold back nothing of yourselves for yourselves, that He Who gives Himself totally to you may receive you totally!”

Finally, a few thoughts from Edward P. Hahnenberg via “Give Us This Day” – “The feast of Corpus Christi celebrates both the body of Christ that is the Eucharist and the body of Christ that is the Church….We don’t have to worry if Christ is present to us in the Eucharist. He is. Really, truly, and substantially. Instead, the question is: Are we present to him?....As C.S. Lewis reminds us, “Next to the Blessed Sacrament itself, your neighbor is the holiest object presented to your senses.” Just as Christ comes to us in the bread and wine, so Christ comes to us in our brothers and sisters. Are we just as present to Christ there?”

06/05/2026

The Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg extend our heartfelt thanks to the Franklinn County Community Foundation for their generous grant support.

We are deeply grateful for your partnership and commitment to strengthening our community. Your generosity helps further our mission and supports our efforts to serve with faith, compassion, and hospitality.

Thank you for making a difference!

05/29/2026

Sister Jannette Pruitt speaks on her missions and becoming a Sister of St. Francis, Odlenburg.

https://youtube.com/shorts/9GiBp8RF8gs

05/26/2026

We hope everyone had a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend. As we continue to celebrate our 175th Anniversary, we thought this was a fun piece of history to share.

In 1972, Sisters Ramona Lunsford, Laure Poeling, Carlene Becker, and Donna Graham toured the Indianapolis Speedway (it wasn't on the actual race day). Thanks to Father Jack Hartzer, who was Associate Pastor at St. Christopher Parish and Chaplain for the Speedway, the sisters were given the VIP treatment. They were given tours of the garages (gasoline alley), the car pit, were invited to sit in Mario Andretti's car, and their visit was announced over the loudspeakers. What a special day!

Here they are pictured with Joe Leonard, who placed third at that year's race.

05/20/2026

A transformational day for healthcare education in Indiana.

Leaders from Marian University, Purdue University, Parkview Health, Daviess Community Hospital, Deaconess Health System, and Governor Mike Braun joined together to celebrate the Crossroads Academic Medical Institute (CAMI).

This bold partnership will expand clinical education, strengthen research, and create new pathways to prepare the next generation of physicians and healthcare professionals—especially in rural and underserved communities across Indiana.

Together, we are building a healthier future for our state.

Visit http://marian.edu/cami to learn more.

Marian University Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine
Community Health Network
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis