Women Religious
The Diocese is blessed by the presence and ministry of many women religious.
If you are seeking information about a particular religious community, please click the link provided beneath its name. These links will direct you to the community's official website, where you can find current contact information and learn more about its charism, mission, and ministries.
Adorers of the Blood of Christ (A.S.C.)
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ have a long and active presence in the Diocese of Belleville through ministires and prayer, education, pastoral service, and outreach.
Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent De Paul (D.C.)
https://daughtersofcharity.org/
The Daughters of Charity continue their mission of serving those in need through prayer, ministry and charitable works in the communities throughout the region.
Dominican Convent of Our Lady of the Rosary (O.P.)
The Dominican Sisters serve in ministries of education, social outreach, and pastoral care, including service in the Metro-East area.
Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (O.S.F.)
https://franciscansisters-olph.org/
The Franciscan Sisters minister throughout Southern Illinois and beyond through healthcare, pastoral care, education, and community outreach.
Hospital Sisters of St. Francis (O.S.F.)
https://www.hospitalsisters.org/
Known for their healing ministry, the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis continue to serve the people of Southern Illinois through healthcare and pastoral ministries.
Poor Clare Monastery (P.C.C.)
BELLEVILLE - METRO-EAST VICARIATE
Poor Clare Monastery of Our Lady of Mercy
300 North 60th Street
Belleville, IL 62223
618-235-4407
Fax: 618-235-4426
Website: www.poorclares-belleville.info
The Poor Clare Nuns of Belleville devote their lives to prayer and contemplation, offering spiritual support for the needs of the Church and the world.
School Sisters of Notre Dame - Central Pacific Province (S.S.N.D.)
School Sisters of Notre Dame have long served in the Diocese of Belleville through Catholic education, parish ministry, and faith formation.
Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph (O.S.U.)
The Ursuline Sisters maintain a strong connection to Southern Illinois through ministries of education, spiritual formation, and service.