School Sisters of St. Francis celebrate jubilees
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MILWAUKEE — On June 21, 34 School Sisters of St. Francis in the United States will celebrate milestone anniversaries of service as women religious. In addition, one lay woman in an associate relationship with the community will celebrate her 50-year jubilee, and another will celebrate 40 years.
Sister Winifred Whelan, who served in the Diocese of Buffalo, will celebrate 75 years of consecrated life.
Born in Chicago, Sister Winifred earned a bachelor’s degree from Alverno College in Milwaukee; a master’s degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee; and a master’s degree and doctorate from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.
In the Diocese of Buffalo, Sister ministered in the Theology Department at St. Bonaventure University as an assistant professor (1985-1987), professor (1987-1992, 2001-2002), and associate professor (1992-2000). She is known for her writings on feminist theology.
Sister Winifred now resides in Chicago and is a professor emerita.
If 75 years in religious life seems impressive, Sister Rose Mack is celebrating 90 years, while Sister Frances Kloewer and Sister Margaret Le Claire will both celebrate 80 Years.
Cards may be mailed to sister’s name, Attention: Jubilee Committee, 1515 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215.
