SISTER OF ST. CASIMIR

Sister of St. Casimir –  Sister Mary Rita of the Crown of Thorns, S.S.C                                                          “Always more, always better, always with love.”     – Venerable Mother Maria Kaupas                                                             “Offering joy and hope to our world”

Foundress:  Ven. Servant of God, Casimira Maria Kaupas  (Chicago’s second Mother Cabrini)    Co-Foundresses:  Mother M. Immaculate                                                                                                                               Mother M. Concepta 

Place:  Scranton, Pennsylvania originally; Chicago, Illinois presently

Year:  1907 A.D.

Her Charism:  In the spirit of her holy and serene foundress, a Lithuanian immigrant who was committed to preserving and nourishing the faith life of her people, this Sister journeys with a pure heart, humility, and great charity toward the Gospel vision of a peaceful, loving and just world.  With a zealous devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, she dedicates herself to offering the hope and joy of a vibrant faith life to our present world and the love and generous service that celebrates the dignity, potential and uniqueness of every human being, particularly orphans.  Bearing all joyfully and with courage and fortitude, she performs works of mercy and charity, educating youth, and nursing in hospitals and homes for the aged and infirm.  This tender Sister grasps that what gains results is only gentleness and to remain peaceful.