About Our Center
The Mission
The Franciscan Spiritual Center was founded in April, 1997. It is a ministry sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia. Rooted in Gospel Values and in the prophetic spirit of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, we seek to provide environments, experiences and resources which enable persons to meet God in both stillness and activity. With hospitality simplicity and joy we welcome all as sister and brother.
Vision Statement
In the Spirit of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi and with Christ as the center, it is our vision as the Franciscan Spiritual Center to be a contemplative place of simple beauty, respectful of creation, and reflective of the Franciscan values of hospitality, mutuality and Gospel living. Our programs are holistic, ecumenical, collaborative in nature and supportive of nonviolence.
Prayer Requests
Submit a special prayer request for the Sisters at the Franciscan Spiritual Center. We may also share your requests with our sisters in the motherhouse community and our retired sisters at Assisi House, Aston, PA and St. Ann Home, TACOMA, WA. Our retired sisters are clearly a powerhouse of prayer. When they enter our retirement facilities, they are actually “missioned” to a prayer ministry.
August 2025 Newsletter
This is a link to the August Newsletterhttps://conta.cc/45xaiyt
Hermitage Open House – April 13 from 1 to 3 PM
Discover a Hidden Sanctuary! Join us for a special Open House at The Hermitages of the Franciscan Spiritual Center on Sunday, April 13, from 1 to 3 P.M. Come explore these newly updated tiny houses—cozy, peaceful retreats nestled in nature that have been a quiet...
Inspirational Videos
Take a look at some inspirational YouTube clips that might calm your spirit, move you to gratitude, or just make you feel good about who you are. It might be a way to get connected with your inner self, your God and with others. In the Online Spirituality section of our website, in addition to the inspirational videos, we have some Scriptural Videos and retreat starters as well as some ideas for journaling and labyrinth spirituality.
Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia
Site Development partially funded thanks to the generosity of the Beeman Family Foundation
Franciscan Spiritual Center
609 S. Convent Road, Aston, PA 19014
Phone: 1-610-558-6449 e-mail: fsc@osfphila.org