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Seven Sisters Apostolate

Seven Sisters is a call to strengthen the Church by ensuring that a Holy Hour is prayed each day of the week for the sole intention of a specific priest or bishop –a “holy wasting” (cf.Mt.26:10) or lavishing of prayer for his deeper conformity to Christ.

It is hoped that our prayers may find the heart of every priest and bishop.

Seven Sisters is a call to strengthen the Church by ensuring that a Holy Hour is prayed each day of the week for the sole intention of a specific priest or bishop – a “holy wasting” (cf.Mt.26:10) or lavishing of prayer for his deeper conformity to Christ.

It is hoped that our prayers may find the heart of every priest and bishop.

Each member chooses a specific day of the week in which they offer a Holy Hour for the priest. If they cannot do this in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, they may choose a place of quiet reflection conducive to this effort. Each week, the individual will pray for the priest. This commitment is for one year. However, if conditions make it difficult for a Seven Sister to complete their commitment, another Sister will be asked to fill in for their day/hour.

As per the Communique of the Seven Sisters for February of this year: Seven Sisters have a consistent orientation to will the good of the other.  This gives rise to the maturity of the life of the Holy Spirit within.  Let us not shy away from asking that those for whom we pray, and ourselves too, may wholly grow in the fruit of the Spirit.

Seven Sisters comprises women praying for the priest. There is no process for acceptance but the willingness to commit to one year of a Holy Hour each week is required.

 There are other groups forming nationally like the Fasting Brothers, a group of men individually fasting to support the Seven Sisters group.

There are no formal meetings for this ministry to date. The ministry’s purpose remains spiritual and individual.

Please call the Parish Office at (717) 665-2465 for assistance. The secretary will then send the name and address/phone for the inquirer to the Anchoress.