Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Dedicating our lives to God through evangelization, prayer, service and hospitality.

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We, the Sisters of the Presentation and our associates, dedicate our lives to God through evangelization, prayer, service and hospitality. Our way of life is based on the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Enjoy our latest issue of Presentation Doorways

In our summer issue of Presentation Doorways, you will find stories of the efforts of sisters, associates and companions working together to “Embrace the Journey.” You, our readers, are invited to join us in embracing the future with hope and a willingness to work for peace and justice

In Memory of Sister Mary Dennis Lentsch

January 15, 1937 – August 13, 2022
We remember our beloved Sister Mary Dennis Lentsch who passed away on August 13, 2022. On Saturday, August 27, 2022, friends may call from 9:30 – 11 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Chapel at the Sisters of the Presentation (Mount Loretto) in Dubuque, Iowa, where there will be a wake service at 9:30 a.m. and funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination or wear a mask. COVID safety measures may change depending on the current situation.

In Memory of Sister Benjamin Duschner

May 6, 1941 – July 28, 2022
We remember our beloved Sister Benjamin Duschner who passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2022. Friends may call from 3:30 – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 4, 2022, in the Sacred Heart Chapel at the Sisters of the Presentation in Dubuque, Iowa, where there will be a wake service at 7:00 p.m. The Celebration of Eternal Life will be held on August 5, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. followed by burial in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West. Visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination or wear a mask.

Into the Quiet Women’s Prayer

August 28, 2022
Give yourself the gift of time to enter into the quiet of God’s love. Join other women of faith and Presentation Sisters online for an hour of prayer.

In Memory of Sister Josita Zieser

August 12, 1934 – July 14, 2022
We remember our beloved Sister Josita Zieser who died July 14, 2022. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 19, in the Sacred Heart Chapel at the Sisters of the Presentation in Dubuque, Iowa. Visitation will be from 9:30-11 a.m. with a wake service at 9:30 a.m. and funeral service at 11 a.m. Visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination or wear a mask.