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The January 21 panel discussion on Inspirations of Justice yielded, not surprisingly, more inspiration. Find a recap, photos, and a link to the recording here.

Join the Sisters and Associates for an inspirational, educational, and encouraging presentation by four panelists who inspire us. These are individuals we have worked alongside and admired for their dedication to many of the same ideals we embrace: justice, human rights, and respect for all.

Sister Euphemia, 103, died on January 17, 2023, three weeks after her Sister Kieran. We will celebrate Sister Euphemia's life with a Funeral Mass on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Presentation Motherhouse, 2340 Turk Boulevard, San Francisco.

Sister Virginia King, formerly known as Sister Mary Austin, died in San Francisco on December 27, 2022. A vigil was held Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral Mass was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 19. Both were held at the Presentation Motherhouse, 2340 Turk Boulevard, San Francisco.

Each Spring edition of the Presentation Sisters’ alumnae newsletter, Presentation News, includes an announcement of a generous gift to the Sisters from the Loretto Friends Annual Luncheon. Who are the Loretto Friends, and what is this annual event?

Happy New Year! The start of the year is a good time to look back. For the January 2023 issue of Presentation Roots, we are sharing some pictures from 50 and 100 years ago.

Sister Mary Kieran O’Connor, PBVM (baptismal name Frances Bridget) entered eternal life on December 28, 2022 in San Francisco. A native of San Francisco, Sister Kieran was born on December 18, 1921, and was a Sister of the Presentation for 83 years, having entered in 1939. Her funeral will be January 12, 2023.

By the light of a star and a lantern, 45 people living on the streets of the Tenderloin in San Francisco received a blank to combat these bitterly cold nights. Donations are still being accepted.