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March 11, 1936 – August 30, 2025
Associate Clara Ernst has been a Presentation associate for over 10 years. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

This issue of Presentation Doorways invites you into stories that echo the themes of identity, purpose and belonging – threads that continue to weave us together, both now and in the past, as a community of faith and service. May these stories inspire us all to carry the light of Nano forward with renewed hope and commitment.

The Presentation community was overjoyed to welcome eight dynamic individuals into the Associate Partnership.

To celebrate 150 years of Presentation heritage, a pilgrimage to the Emerald Isle from June 15-25 became a reality for 33 Presentation pilgrims and all those back home who accompanied them in prayer.

During 2025, the Associate Partnership Office celebrates 25 years of the associate program with the Dubuque Presentation community.

August 20, 1953 – July 16, 2025
Associate Marlene Hagemann has been a Presentation associate for 23 years. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

We honor and give thanks for the lives and ministries of three Dubuque Presentation Sisters who celebrate their jubilee on July 16, 2025, at the Sisters of the Presentation (Mount Loretto). Sisters Lynn Marie Fangman, Marge Healy and Jennifer Rausch observe 60 years of religious life.

We are pleased to announce this year’s recipients of our scholarships.

Sunday, June 1, 2025
Gather virtually for an hour of prayer, reflection and sharing with other young adult women and Presentation Sisters.

Sunday, April 13, 2025
Gather virtually for an hour of prayer, reflection and sharing with other young adult women and Presentation Sisters.

Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, 2025
The Sisters of the Presentation invite you to a captivating, one-person theatrical performance that brings to life the inspiring story of their foundress Nano Nagle. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness history unfold.

The Sisters of the Presentation are currently hiring for the positions of a CNA and charge nurse. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a great team!

The Sisters of the Presentation offers a variety of scholarship and award opportunities. Apply today! Deadline is Monday, March 24.

March 7-8, 2025
Meet sisters from different congregations and learn how to discern God’s loving plan for you.

Sunday, February 9, 2025
Gather virtually for an hour of prayer, reflection and sharing with other young adult women and Presentation Sisters.

December 27, 1925 – January 7, 2025
Associate Rita Plathe has been a Presentation associate for 21 years. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Sunday, January 26, 2025
Gather virtually for an hour of prayer, reflection and sharing with other young adult women and Presentation Sisters.

September 17, 1926 – January 6, 2025
Reverend Monsignor Edward Lechtenberg has been a Presentation associate for 15 years. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

In these tumultuous times, let us stand in solidarity with our immigrant and refugee brothers and sisters as we advocate for comprehensive immigration reform that provides a reasonable path to citizenship.

December 15, 2024
Join us for a time of prayer and reflection on December 15 as we respond like Mary, with a listening heart.