Programs
Weekly Centering Prayer
With Sr. Jean Ustasiewski, OSF
This is a supportive virtual group gathering for those who wish to practice centering prayer. All are welcome, regardless of previous experience with this type of meditation. Each week, there will be: -a short reading or instruction -a 30-minute period of quiet centering prayer -5 minutes of walking meditation and -a 20-minute period of quiet […]
Bible Study on the Sunday Reading from the Lectionary for Mass
With Patricia Platt
This weekly bible study offers the opportunity for us to journey through the weekly Sunday readings together. Our study can allow us to find guiding light within scripture—a gentle brightness that touches our hearts and illuminates our path. When we gather to listen and read together, we open ourselves to new understanding. We may hear […]
The Sacred Heart of Jesus: Icon of the Tenderness of God (Recording Access)
With Sr. Clare D'Auria, OSF
Access the recording of Sr. Clare D'Auria's 2026 Lenten Retreat anytime. Pay now and receive an email with links and passcodes so you can dive into these insightful sessions right away! ~~ In his Fourth Encyclical, On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ (October 24, 2024), Pope Francis writes that […]
The Hermitages at the Franciscan Spiritual Center - Aston
The Franciscan Spiritual Center invites you to engage the practice of solitude in a unique modern location -- 46 acres of forest preserved by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia. Located between Philadelphia, PA, and Wilmington, DE, the Hermitages are nearby but feel far away. The revered practice of withdrawing into solitude spans centuries […]
Yoga (Spring)
With Maryann Williams
The practice of Yoga brings one to union, harmony, and peace. During these sessions Basic Hatha Yoga will be presented. Relaxation techniques, classical postures and stretching with emphasis on deep breathing will be included. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat and water bottle. Please let us know if you need any assistance […]
Conversations in Faith (Spring Session)
With Sr. Pat Smith, OSF
Participants come together to share and enrich their faith with one another. Some come to listen, others to listen and offer their insights, suggestions, questions, etc. about faith issues that are unclear or seem to have changed. Should a topic need more research, the facilitator follows through and brings it to the group the following […]
Men's Spirituality Group (March 24)
With Fritz Haas
Find your spiritual community. Our Men's Group meets twice monthly for open dialogue, genuine support, and collective exploration of faith and life's deeper questions.
Advocating for Our Immigrant Neighbors
With Jay Bergen
Join us for a training on how we faithfully respond to threats to immigrants in our neighborhoods and workplaces, based on best practices from the ACLU, the National Domestic Workers Alliance, and local Philadelphia immigrant rights organizations. We will learn about using our rights in the workplace and our neighborhoods, the variety of ways you […]
Taizé Prayer Service with Live Harp (March 26)
With Lynn Peterson
If you've never been to a Taizé service, here's what it is: in our softly lit beautiful chapel with live harp playing, we'll sink into a meditative space with repetitive modern chants, readings, and stretches of silence. It's ecumenical Christian — but everyone's welcome regardless of background. People bring their worries, their grief, whatever they're […]
"No Risk, No Gain" Movie Night
Due to the forecast of strong storms, the March 16 screening has been rescheduled to Monday, March 30, 2026. Hope you can join us then! Join us in celebrating Catholic Sisters Week with a viewing of “No Risk, No Gain: The Sisters of St Francis of Philadelphia” in our historic motherhouse, followed by a Q […]
Monday Mindfulness (April 6)
With Susan Long
Gather together on Monday evenings to PAUSE, BE STILL and enter into Mindfulness. Each week we will also practice Loving Kindness meditation. Each time our awareness grows, we create more space to choose LOVE. Monday Mindfulness sessions will be held monthly on first Mondays: April 6 May 4 June 1
"Praised Be You, My Lord": St. Francis and The Canticle of the Creatures
With Sr. Clare D'Auria, OSF
Register today for April 7! Christian tradition tells us that we have two books of divine revelation which God has given us to read: the “Book of Scripture” and the “Book of Creation.” Each is a sacred text through which the truth, beauty, and goodness of God is communicated to us. No one knew how […]
A Gathering for All People: Celebrating Mother Earth
SAVE THE DATE! Register today to be first to know about this special afternoon of celebrating our beloved common home.
Finding God in Ordinary Time: A Guided Retreat
With Christine Marie Eberle
We have all known moments of wonder and awe. Nevertheless, most of our days are spent in ordinary time (literally as well as liturgically), preoccupied by family and work, to-do lists and troubles. Amid our many concerns, there is one urgent but often unasked question. Where is God in all this? Come discover your own […]













