Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother

04/05/2026

Alleluia! He is Risen!

With hearts grounded in compassion and hope, we rejoice in the light of the Resurrection. In the midst of sorrow, Christ brings new life; in places of suffering, He reveals the promise of healing and peace.

As we celebrate Easter, may the Risen Lord renew your spirit, strengthen you in faith, and fill your heart with the quiet joy that comes from knowing love has triumphed over all.

United in prayer and hope,
The Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother - St. Clare of Assisi Delegation

03/09/2026

During Catholic Sisters Week, we celebrate the Stories of Hope and Heart that religious sisters share with the world every day. From classrooms and hospitals to parishes and areas in need, Catholic sisters quietly live the Gospel through compassion, service, and unwavering faith. Their lives remind us that hope grows wherever love is put into action.

Each sister carries a story—of courage, of listening to God’s call, and of walking alongside others in moments of joy and hardship. These stories continue to inspire communities, strengthen faith, and bring light to the world.

This week we give thanks for the women religious who lead with generous hearts and hopeful spirits. May their witness encourage all of us to live with greater faith, kindness, and courage.

03/06/2026

Join us today in prayer and celebration of the the 115th death anniversary of Mother Frances Streitel, our Foundress!

02/06/2026

Join us in praying for the end of human trafficking and for trafficking survivors on February 8, the Feast of St. Bakhita. St. Bakhita, pray for us.

01/12/2026

Please join us via livestream for a special Vespers service at 4 pm U.S. Central time. The Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother - St. Clare of Assisi Delegation will bless their newly renovated chapel; the Sisters in Oshkosh have used a temporary worship for the past four months and are excited to celebrate in their chapel once more!

The livestream is available through this link: https://www.youtube.com//streams

12/24/2025

"And the angel said to them, Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." Luke 2:10-11

May the presence of Christ Jesus fill your Christmas with peace and joy. Christmas blessings from the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother St. Care of Assisi Delegation!

12/18/2025

Join us today in celebrating International Migrants Day. As Pope Leo says, "In a world darkened by war and injustice, even when all seems lost, migrants and refugees stand as messengers of hope. […] migrants and refugees are recognized as brothers and sisters, part of a family in which they can express their talents and participate fully in community life."

12/09/2025

11/25/2025

November 25, 2025

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

We form partnerships, educate, and foster solidarity, to confront the challenges of the most marginalized and vulnerable specially women and children who are victims of gender violence, sexual abuse and Human Trafficking.
(SSM JPIC & Anti-Human Trafficking)

Let us pray for these brothers and sisters of ours, and that churches and schools may always and everywhere remain places of safety and hope.
(Pope Leo XIV, Angelus, November 23, 2025)

11/24/2025

“The ways of the Lord are wonderful!” – Mother Frances Streitel

Today, we celebrate Foundress Venerable Mother Frances Streitel’s birthday.

Born on November 24, 1844, and baptized Amalia Frances Rose Streitel, she was the first child of Adam and Franziska Horhammer Streitel. The Streitel Family had a sincere love for God and neighbor and cared for the poor, sick and needy.

Amalia was called to enter religious life in 1862 and entered the Franciscan Institute of Maria Stern in the autumn of 1866, taking the name Sister Angela. Desiring a deeper spiritual connection with God, she entered the Carmelite cloister in January, 1882. While praying in the choir she received a vision to unite the active Franciscan life with the Carmelite contemplation in some way.
Shortly after she had her vision of uniting the active life with the contemplative, a new pathway emerged. Father Francis Jordan asked Sister to collaborate with him in the establishment of the women’s branch of his new foundation whose goal was Christian education. Mother Frances arrived in Rome on February 16, 1883 and chose the name Sr. M. Frances of the Cross. Throughout two years of closely working together, it became apparent that Father Jordan and Mother Frances had different visions of their charism and decided to separate into distinct religious orders. The Congregation of the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother was thus formed, with Sr. M. Frances of the Cross as its foundress and first superior.

The Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother live out Mother Frances' vision today with their care for the poor and dedicated spiritual lives.
Learn more about Mother Frances Streitel here: https://www.ssmgenstreitel.org/home