Publisher's Synopsis
""Mother Frances Streitel: Her Life and Work"" is a comprehensive biography of the life and accomplishments of Mother Frances Streitel, a Catholic nun who dedicated her life to serving others. Written by Aquilin Reichert, the book traces Mother Frances' journey from her childhood in Germany to her eventual arrival in the United States, where she founded the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood of O'Fallon, Missouri.The book explores Mother Frances' early life, including her family background and the religious influences that shaped her faith. It also delves into her decision to become a nun and her experiences in the convent, including her leadership roles and her commitment to social justice and community service.Throughout the book, Reichert highlights Mother Frances' many accomplishments, including her founding of the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood, her work as an educator and nurse, and her advocacy for the rights of women and minorities. The book also includes personal anecdotes and reflections from those who knew Mother Frances, offering a unique perspective on her life and legacy.Overall, ""Mother Frances Streitel: Her Life and Work"" is a compelling and inspiring biography that celebrates the life of a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to serving others and making the world a better place.Whose Cause Has Been Introduced At The Holy See.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
