Items Tagged ‘Sisters of Saint Francis’
November 7, 2019
Ensuring the Franciscan Values Survive
By In the Loop 
The Sisters of Saint Francis, who cared for patients alongside the Mayos and helped establish the values that guide Mayo Clinic, still influence how health care is provided today.
Tags: Dr. Robert Brown Jr., Karis Award, Mayo Clinic Values, Mayo Clinic Values Council, Sisters of Saint Francis
May 23, 2017
For Perspective on Values, Journalist/Trustee Goes Straight to the Source
By In the Loop
When longtime journalist and new Mayo trustee Cokie Roberts learned of the significant role the Sisters of Saint Francis had in shaping Mayo Clinic, she was eager to hear more.
Tags: Cokie Roberts, Poverello Fund, Sisters of Saint Francis
April 18, 2017
From Dancing on Cans to Well-Oiled Machine: The Surprising Origins of Mayo’s Recycling Program
By In the Loop
Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, is one day when most folks pay particularly close attention to protecting the environment. This year, we’re finding inspiration in a group that was working to maintain the planet before doing so became a thing.
Tags: Amanda Holloway, Environmental Services, Glen Goodsell, John Murphy, Poverello Fund, Sisters of Saint Francis, Waste Management and Recycling
August 9, 2016
Sister Lauren, 95, Celebrates Milestone, Talks ‘Future Goals’
By In the Loop
Last week, Sister Lauren Weinandt, friend of In the Loop (which we hope brings us special dispensation), turned 95. She and her fellow Sisters, along with colleagues, friends and family, gathered on Sunday, July 30, to celebrate her birthday and two other remarkable milestones. She’s also celebrating 60 years as a member of the Sisters […]
Tags: Saint Marys Campus, Sister Benradette Novak, Sister Lauren Weinandt, Sisters of Saint Francis
February 9, 2016
Talking Shop With Sister Antoine, 102
By In the Loop
Whether recalling the first kidney dialysis procedure at Saint Marys Hospital, talking about teaching nursing students at the bedside, or discussing her thoughts on the key to longevity, Sister Antoine Murphy has a quiet grace that reflects the institution she’s served for 78 years. This month, the good Sister, who turned 102 in January, celebrates her […]
Tags: Nursing, Saint Marys Hospital, Sister Antoine Murphy, Sisters of Saint Francis, volunteers
September 24, 2015
Servant Leadership, Mayo Values and a Message From the Pope
By In the Loop
Two weeks ago, John Murphy learned he was going to get to see Pope Francis address a joint meeting of Congress. When he first heard that Pope Francis was coming to America, Murphy wanted to be there in person. He was interested in the pontiff’s message because of his work with the Mayo Clinic Values […]
Tags: John Murphy, Mayo Clinic Values, Sisters of Saint Francis
February 5, 2015
By In the Loop
It seemed like a small gesture. It was 1948, and a young boy was biding time in the hospital lobby at Saint Marys in Rochester, Minnesota, when one of the Sisters of Saint Francis took his hand and brought him to his father’s hospital room. In those days, young children weren’t allowed in hospital rooms, […]
Tags: History, Saint Marys Hospital, Sisters of Saint Francis
December 16, 2014
By In the Loop
Read time: 2 minutes, 30 seconds It’s beginning to look at lot like the holiday season is upon us. Once again, the Plummer Building in Rochester has that Christmas tree sort of glow, the continuation of a holiday tradition. There are Love Lights at Mayo Clinic Health System sites in Northwest Wisconsin, as community members […]
Tags: History, Holidays, Saint Marys Hospital, Sisters of Saint Francis