"We, the Sisters of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis, Oldenburg, are women of prayer,
committed to the Gospel values as lived by St. Francis and Mother Theresa Hackelmeier.
From our life in community we are sent to extend the mission of Jesus through our presence and service.
Enlivened by a spirit of justice, reconciliation and peace,
we collaborate with others in responding to the needs of the world."
We fulfill these words by being women of prayer in the ministries we do and the places where we are present. Since Vatican II opened the doors to the many needs of the world, we minister in education, parish ministry, social service, healthcare and social justice.
committed to the Gospel values as lived by St. Francis and Mother Theresa Hackelmeier.
From our life in community we are sent to extend the mission of Jesus through our presence and service.
Enlivened by a spirit of justice, reconciliation and peace,
we collaborate with others in responding to the needs of the world."
We fulfill these words by being women of prayer in the ministries we do and the places where we are present. Since Vatican II opened the doors to the many needs of the world, we minister in education, parish ministry, social service, healthcare and social justice.
Information on visiting the sisters:
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All visitors are welcome and may visit without a mask unless they are visiting in St. Clare Hall rooms. Beginning Easter Sunday, our Chapel will once again be open to the public. Our Sunday Liturgies begin at 9:30 a.m.
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News From The Sisters...We rejoice in having our Chapel open to the public.
We look forward to seeing you!
Visit our campus for a Tree Walk!
Take a stroll and view the many trees we have around our campus! Take time to connect with nature.
Click a link below to view a pdf (including a map) of : 'Tree Walk A' 'Tree Walk B' 'Tree Walk C' 'Tree Walk D' 'Tree Walk E' Franciscan Houses of Hospitality:Questions? Email us at: hospitalityhouses@oldenburgosf.com
Sisters and Associates participated in a grant-funded project to assist children in meeting their basic needs by providing pajamas, socks, underwear, books, and toiletries for the So Loved Clothing Closet.
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Publications and Programs:
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Click the Links Below to FOllow Us on Facebook!"BEST PARTS"Could a Franciscan Vocation be in your future?Michaela Farm, a ministry of the sisters of St. Francis for over 160 years, is now under the direction of the Greenacres Foundation.
To learn more about this educational and agricultural organization, please visit: WWW.GREEN-ACRES.ORG 
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PRAY WITH US
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READINGS AND REFLECTION
FOR JULY 3, 2022 FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME |
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1st Reading: Is 66:10-14c
Responsorial Psalm: 66:1-7, 16, 20 2nd Reading: Gal 6:14-18 Gospel: Lk 10:1-12, 17-20 |
Our Weekly Reflection...
Reflection:
Today’s readings are encouraging and comforting; they engender hope and joy. In Isaiah God is depicted as a lavish God, like a mother who nurtures and nourishes Jerusalem and subsequently us. Our hearts are prompted to respond with the psalmist, “Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.”
Paul proclaims Jesus as the source of “a new creation.” “The cross of our Lord Jesus Christ” has unushered in a new era, a new understanding, and new insights that make peace and mercy available to all who follow Jesus’ way of life.
In the Gospel the image of abundance in the first reading returns: “The harvest is abundant…” And the disciples are sent “like lambs among wolves” to tend the harvest, to offer peace, and invite others to do the same. Discipleship demands carrying the cross of Christ however it comes to us so the “new creation” materializes, “the kingdom of God.”
Prayer:
Christ, be out guide as we respond to the abundance lavished on us and we take up the invitation to be the laborers who tend the abundant harvest. Help us make known the kingdom of God here, present now in our midst. Help us recognize and announce your “new creation” and facilitate its growth.
Marj English, OSF
Today’s readings are encouraging and comforting; they engender hope and joy. In Isaiah God is depicted as a lavish God, like a mother who nurtures and nourishes Jerusalem and subsequently us. Our hearts are prompted to respond with the psalmist, “Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.”
Paul proclaims Jesus as the source of “a new creation.” “The cross of our Lord Jesus Christ” has unushered in a new era, a new understanding, and new insights that make peace and mercy available to all who follow Jesus’ way of life.
In the Gospel the image of abundance in the first reading returns: “The harvest is abundant…” And the disciples are sent “like lambs among wolves” to tend the harvest, to offer peace, and invite others to do the same. Discipleship demands carrying the cross of Christ however it comes to us so the “new creation” materializes, “the kingdom of God.”
Prayer:
Christ, be out guide as we respond to the abundance lavished on us and we take up the invitation to be the laborers who tend the abundant harvest. Help us make known the kingdom of God here, present now in our midst. Help us recognize and announce your “new creation” and facilitate its growth.
Marj English, OSF
