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Motherhouse
The central building complex dates from 1901. Special interest areas are the convent archives, parlors, Heritage Room and administrative offices.
The Romanesque basilica-like chapel was built in 1890 and renovated in 1990. Massive granite pillars from Vermont support the structure. Marble flooring from Tennessee, stained glass windows from Munich, Germany, cast bronze Stations of the Cross, designed by an Italian artist in Milan, and pure Carrara marble statues are part of this beautiful prayer space.
Council (2006-2012)
(back row)
Sr. Miriam Kaeser &
Sr. Margaret Maher...first councilor
(middle row)
Sr. Bernice Stenger &
Sr. Barbara Piller...congregational minister
(front row)
Sr. Christa Franzer
Leadership Team
The General Council is composed of the Congregational Minister and four Councilors. The Council is elected for a six-year term, and is charged with responsibilities of spiritual leadership and the overall administration of the congregation and its assets.
The motherhouse Sisters are committed to prayer, presence and service. They are busy about the many tasks of community life and are concerned about the needs of many beyond the Village of Spires. Participating in letter-writing resulting in political change for justice, volunteering in special projects, assisting in local needs, and supporting others in their ministries are of high priority.
The renovated St. Clare Healthcare facility houses our infirmary. It has three levels of care and is staffed by professional, practical nurses and nurse aides.
