Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph

We, the Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph,

witness the Gospel in joy and peace, committed to prayer, service, and

care for all creation.
FSSJ Mission Statement

Writing and Praying with Icons

One of the great treasures of our FSSJ Legacy are the Icons which were written by our FSSJ Artist Sister Marvina Kupiszewski. Icons were referred to in the Eastern Christian tradition as the “windows into heaven” because they seek to lift the soul. Iconography involves deep prayer, fasting, meditation and dedication. How blessed we are to have these sacred Icons here in St. Francis Park! The Icons will be displayed in the library during the month of November.

To learn more about Sister Marvina and  icons Current News

Our Mission & Vision

Helping to connect people to faith

We, the Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph,
witness the Gospel in joy and peace,
committed to prayer, service, and care for all creation.

Click ‘Read More’ to read a section of Pope Francis’ latest encyclical on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and what that means for our times.

All Saints Day and All Souls Day

 

As we approach the month of November with the celebration of All Saints Day and All Souls Day, we focus on the Communitarian aspect of our Faith.  We begin with God the Creator, Jesus, the Savior and the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete.  We then focus on our belief that we are the living and active members who pray for those whom Sister Death has called, and who, in turn, are blessed with graces received through the intercession of the Saints. This month the FSSJ will participate in our Annual FSSJ Memorial Prayer Service.  We thank God for all who have influenced our lives through their faithful witness of prayer and ministry. 

Continue this slide presentation for a few photos and remembrances  of those sisters who were our companions on the journey of life and are have gone before us to life eternal!

 

 

Sister Andrietta

Sister Andrietta was gentle, kind and appreciative person.  She was a prayerful person who enjoyed her life and always had a kind word for everyone.  Her sense of humor and common sense made living with her a pleasure.  Besides praying for her family, friends and congregation, Sister Andrietta was concerned about world-wide issues.  Prayerfulness is a word that describes Sister Andrietta.  She had great devotion to the Blessed Mother and prayed her rosaries every day.  Sister Andrietta’s saintliness was shown in her joy and her innate goodness.

Sister Regis

Sister Regis was a joy-filled and a prayerful woman who had great devotion to Our Lady of Fatima.  She was always helpful and loved community gatherings and singing.  Sister especially enjoyed sewing for the other Sisters.  Her smile and her many kindnesses spoke of her love of God.  She welcomed everyone and respected them in their uniqueness.  Sister Regis showed her saintliness by her kind hearted actions and her smile that lit up a room.

 

Sister Aurelia

Sister Aurelia was filled with joy and love of God.  Sister ministered in the laundry at our motherhouse at 5286 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY coordinating all the work done there.  Every Monday the Novices came to the laundry and assisted Sister Aurelia.  Sister did not speak English but she made her directions clear by her smile, her ability to welcome young women, and mostly by her kindness.  Sister Aurelia had to adapt to new laundry machines during her many years in the laundry, 1934-1976.  She made Mondays in the laundry pleasant for others. Sister Aurelia’s saintliness touched the young Sisters by her laugh and deep prayer life.

 

Sister Alexandra

Sister Alexandra was a woman of prayer, wisdom and joy.  From 1953-1975 Sister ministered at the motherhouse at 5286 South Park Avenue, Hamburg by working in the kitchen area with the Novices.   One Sister remembers Sister Alexandra peeling potatoes with them and telling stories about Mother Colette.  Sister Alexandra’s saintliness showed in the way she treated each young Sister with respect and sharing her faith and hope.

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