Praying with the Sisters
June 28, 2022
Pray the Sunday Scripture with other women of faith and Catholic sisters
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Easter Women’s Prayer
April 24, 2022
Join us for a Easter Women’s Prayer. We will explore the Gospel story of Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb using a lectio divina style prayer and reflection
Dubuque’s Got Sisters
April 30, 2022
Explore. Pray. Meet Sisters. Ask questions. Reflect with others. Have fun!
Exploring Intersections: Catholic Sisters on Racism, Migration and Climate
Are you looking for constructive, nuanced conversation about the big issues of our day? Watch past episodes of Exploring Intersections: Catholic Sisters on Racism, Migration and Climate, a year-long monthly discussion series focusing on a specific social issue and how it intersects with racism, migration and climate in a thought-provoking and engaging conversation.
Lenten Women’s Prayer
March 20 and April 3, 2022
Join us for a Lenten Women’s Prayer. We will explore the Gospel stories of the Woman at the Well and Mary & Martha using a lectio divina style prayer and reflection.
Chat with the Sisters
February 27, 2022
Have you ever wondered about being a Catholic sister? Here’s your chance to ask questions and spend time chatting with Presentation Sisters about their lives.
2022 Scholarship & Award Opportunities
The Sisters of the Presentation offers a variety of scholarship and award opportunities. Apply today! Deadline is April 1.
Presentation Sisters: Life in Community. Life in Mission. Come and See!
January 30, 2022
Visit the Presentation Sisters virtually for a casual conversation about life as a Catholic sister; ministry, prayer, community and anything else you want to ask about!
Community Notes & Ministry Highlights Available
Catch up on the latest news and information!
Sister Paula Schwendinger Shares Border Experiences
In mid-June, Sister Paula Schwendinger travelled to Laredo to offer her gifts of fluency in Spanish and a love for immigrants. She met families who had made their way to the border through South and Central America. While she was in Texas, each day she posted some of the stories she heard from families at the center. She documented these experiences in her latest book.
Chicago’s Got Sisters Virtual Event
October 30, 2021
Over Zoom, join in conversation on discerning with the saints, time for prayer and reflection and brief introductions to a diverse group of religious sisters’ communities and charisms.
In Memory of Sister Ellen Mary Garrett
November 11, 1943 – September 23, 2021
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Sister Ellen Mary Garrett who passed away on September 23, 2021.
Better Together
Presentation associates gathered with sisters to share in a meaningful and energizing Community Days gathering. All present renewed their promise to live radical hospitality in all relationships and to make room at the table for everyone.
2021 Associate Commitments
We welcome Associate Deborah Barrett! We have no doubt our lives will be enriched by the many gifts and excitement she brings to the associate program.
In Memory of Rita Swinton
August 22, 1931 – August 30, 2021
Rita Swinton has been a Presentation associate for over 10 years. She is remembered with much love and gratitude and will be greatly missed.
Bus Wrap, Billboard Target Human Trafficking
With an estimated 20,000 people traveling to the Field of Dreams to watch the Yankees and White Sox game, the Tri-State Coalition Against Human Trafficking and Slavery, sponsored a billboard and bus wrap to call attention to end human trafficking.
In Memory of Sister Agnes Marie Lynch
August 31, 1932 – August 24, 2021
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Sister Agnes Marie Lynch. She will be deeply missed. May she rest in peace. There will be a welcome and vigil service on Friday, August 27, at 9:30 a.m., in Sacred Heart Chapel, Sisters of the Presentation, and a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West. COVID safety measures will be in effect.
In Memory of Sister Joan Lickteig
January 2, 1929 – August 18, 2021
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Sister Joan Lickteig. She will be deeply missed.
Presentation Sisters Celebrate 60 and 80 Years of Gratitude
Presentation Sisters observed 80 and 60 years of religious life on July 14, 2021.
2021 Community Gathering
Sisters and associates from all over the United States and as far as Bolivia gathered at the Presentation Motherhouse for their 2021 Community Days gathering.
Presentation Associate Scholarship Recipients
Dubuque Presentation associates contributed money to offer five scholarships to individuals associated with ministries supported by the Dubuque Presentation Sisters. Read about the well-deserved recipients.
In Memory of Sister Mary Jo Leifker
February 1, 1924 – June 1, 2021
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Sister Mary Jo Leifker. Sister Mary Jo will be deeply missed. May she rest in peace.
2021 Scholarship & Award Recipients
We are pleased to announce this year’s recipients of our scholarships.
Statement on Conviction of Derek Chauvin for Murder of George Floyd
As Sisters of the Presentation, we stand with the National Black Sisters’ Conference and the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in our commitment to the sacred dignity of each human person as emphasized in Catholic Social Teaching. We endorse their joint statement on the conviction of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd.
Presentation Associates Deepen Identity
Dubuque Presentation associates created an associate identity statement that expresses the essence of who they are to themselves, to one another and to the world in being called to the Presentation mission and charism.
Remarkable Woman: Providing a home to the hopeless and homeless, at Hotel Hope
In honor of Women’s History Month, every week women in the New Orleans community are being highlighted for their extraordinary work. This week Sister Julie Marsh is featured for her remarkable work in providing a home to the hopeless and homeless at Hotel Hope.
In Good Faith with Sister Richelle Friedman
Sister Richelle Friedman, who works for Coalition on Human Needs, shares her expertise on the potentially life-changing content of new COVID bill.
Courageous Conversations: Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Training
Saturday, April 10, 2021
Join us for this practical, interactive workshop to help us individually and collectively raise awareness of non-violent communication. This virtual training will take place virtually on Zoom.
In Memory of Sister Michelle Gallagher
August 6, 1930 – February 9, 2021
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Sister Michelle Gallagher. She will be deeply missed. May she rest in peace. Private visitation and funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2021, in Sacred Heart Chapel, Sisters of the Presentation.
Women’s Online Lent Retreat
February 21, 2021 – March 28, 2021
Spend your Lent on a journey with Jesus, other young adult women of faith, and a few Presentation Sisters from across North America.
Chicago’s Got Sisters Virtual Event
March 20, 2021
Over Zoom, join in conversation on discerning God’s will, time for prayer and reflection and brief introductions to a diverse group of religious sisters’ communities and charisms.
Women of Light House Float
Sisters Mary Lou Specha and Julie Marsh are lighting up their New Orleans neighborhood with hope-themed house float.
2021 Scholarship & Award Opportunities
The Sisters of the Presentation offers a variety of scholarship and award opportunities. Apply today!
In Memory of Sister Rosanne Rottinghaus
February 19, 1933 – January 15, 2021
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Sister Rosanne Rottinghaus. May she rest in peace. She will be deeply missed. Private visitation and funeral services will be held on January 19, 2021, in Sacred Heart Chapel, Sisters of the Presentation.
Order Your Perpetual Calendar Today!
We have a limited supply of our perpetual calendar of daily reflections and inspirations available for purchase. Find out more if you would like to place an order.
Repair Our Democracy
We join with the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) and the world in praying for peace after witnessing the violence in our nation’s capital yesterday. Let us pray to God that we will resolve our nation’s differences using peaceful means and not fighting each other.
Unexpected Blessings
During this pandemic, Presentation Sisters have continued their work while sheltering in place, both inside and outside the motherhouse. Despite many challenges, they have discovered creative ways to reach those they serve, receiving many blessings along the way. Sisters Beth Driscoll and Rita Cameron share their experiences of ministry during these times.
2020 Associate Commitments
We welcome Associate Lisa Schmidt!
In Memory of Mary Jane Besch
February 19, 1930 – December 5, 2020
Mary Jane Besch has been a Presentation associate for over 20 years. She is remembered with much love and gratitude and will be greatly missed.
Unexpected Developments, Again and Again
Presentation associate Billie Greenwood has volunteered for the last 14 years assisting migrants on the U.S.-Mexico border through Kino Border Initiative. She has witnessed the many challenges and injustices migrants face. Billie shares reflections of her experiences that have not only gifted her in many ways, but allowed her to make a difference.
2020 Community Gathering
Dubuque Presentation Sisters and associates held their annual community gathering over Zoom this year. Although the personal connections were missed, the gathering held many blessings of group conversations and sharing.
Associates Offer Support to Others through Jail and Prison Ministry
Associate group, Nano’s Hands, take part in Circles of Support with participants who are battling with addiction and experiencing major struggles throughout their lives. The circles provide a healthy and supportive relationship between an individual reentering society and the community, opening an avenue for restoration and healing of all people impacted by crime.
