“All of you must be the light of the world.  To those of you who think that Christ may be inviting you to follow Him in the priesthood or consecrated life, I make this personal appeal: I ask you to open your hearts generously to Him; do not delay your response.  The Lord will help you to know His Will; He will help you to follow your vocation courageously.”

 Pope John Paul II, St. Louis, MO
January 26, 1999 – Youth Rally

We joyfully welcome into our Community those who have the following qualifications:

1.  Between the ages of 18 and 30
(exceptions can be made)

2.  In good physical, mental, and moral health

3.  Appropriate personal maturity

Throughout the year, many young women come in contact with our Religious Community.  Many are actively searching out God’s will, listening to His call in their lives.  Would you like to do the same?  There are several ways in which you can contact us. 
 
Vocation Director:  Sister M. Beata, FSGM
Phone:  618-463-2757
 Email:  vocations@altonfranciscans.org

Vocation Retreats and Visits

We sponsor vocational discernment retreats at St. Francis Convent throughout the year.  These retreats give young women the opportunity to learn about religious life and discernment as well as to spend time in prayer with the Lord. 

The next scheduled retreat: 
February 29-March 2, 2008

Retreat Registration Forms:
Adult Form (18 years and above)
Teen Form (under 18)

This page is still under construction and there will be more to come!