A Welcoming Place for Dialogue, Prayer & Reflection

A ministry of the School Sisters of St. Francis, the Franciscan Resource Center serves the Pittsburgh area as a drop-in center offering reflection days, spiritual direction and open conversation. All are welcome.

The School Sisters of St. Francis following the Gospel of Jesus Christ stand in solidarity with the rights and dignity of all immigrants, migrants and refugees and advocate for immigration policies that respect the dignity of all.

Simply Stop In, See Us & Share

Live the Gospel

Practice Peace & Justice

Care for God’s Creation

  • Our Mission

    Rooted in Gospel living and responding to the ‘signs of the times’,

    the mission of the Franciscan Resource Center is to reach out to

    all God’s people especially those who are marginalized.

    All Are Welcome

  • Our Vision

    • Deepen our awareness of global solidarity

    • Awaken our sense of care for creation

    • Explore our life in society and the Church

    • Promote justice and service locally and globally

    • Live and act in a non-violent manner

    • Recognize God’s call to live in harmony and peace with all God’s people

Program Offerings

The FRC hosts many programs
throughout the year.

For more information email FRCpgh@schoolsistersosf.org

Upcoming Programs

Canticle of Creatures

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | 1:30-3:00pm

It was January of 1225 when St. Francis first sang his Canticle of the Creatures; let’s join and celebrate the oldest poem written in the Umbrian dialect, delving into its meaning for the people of 13th century Italy, but most especially what it can say to us in the third Christian millennium.

Donations Needed

March 18 - April 18, 2025

In response to many families experiencing insecurity at this time, we the School Sisters of St. Francis are collecting items to help meet this need.  Click on Events to see needed items.  Thank you in advance for your generosity. If you have any questions, contact us at FRCpgh@schoolsistersosf.org

Items can be delivered to the Franciscan Resource Center 1023 West View Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA  15229

Monday - Friday - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Spiritual Direction

Spiritual direction is available by appointment. There is no set fee, but donations are appreciated. To schedule a session, please email one of our spiritual directors listed.

Sister Adelina Garcia, OSF
garcia.adelina@gmail.com

Sister Patricia Ann Mahoney, OSF
spatmah@yahoo.com

Sister Maria Kruszewski, CSFN
srmariak@yahoo.com