Women of Vision

WOMEN

The 2015-2020 leadership team has wholeheartedly served as role models for the entire Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon campus during their tenure. They have been beacons in the community, shining God’s light for all to see. Their spirit has ignited a candle in all of us and we are eternally grateful for the example they provided during their service.

Left to right: Sr. Josephine Pelster, Sr. Rita Watkins, Sr. Charlene Herinckx, Sr. M. Juliana Monti

Serving two 5-year terms as the Superior General of the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon, Sister Charlene’s contagious smile left an impression on the hearts of many.

As Sister Charlene passes the candle to Sister Michael Francine, these women of vision confidently move into new roles, ready to shine their light in the world.

OF VISION

T H E S I S T E R S O F S T. M A R Y O F O R E G O N E L E C T N E W L E A D E R S AND SET DIRECTION FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS

Following months of preparation, prayer and contemplation, the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon elected new leadership during their Chapter Meeting in March 2020. The Chapter meeting took place amid the extraordinary circumstances of a global pandemic. True to form, the Sisters adapted and conducted their meeting using Zoom. The new leadership team installation Mass took place on June 28, 2020.

SSMO LEADERSHIP 2020-2025

Sister Michael Francine Duncan, Superior General Sister Denise Klaas, Vicar General Sister Sara Goggin ’64, General Councilor Sister Rita Watkins ’61, General Councilor

SR. SARA GOGGIN SR. RITA WATKINS SR. MICHAEL FRANCINE DUNCAN

SR. DENISE KLAAS