According to the Constitutions of the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville, a Chapter is “a gathering of sisters which are the representative body of the congregation. It examines the spirit of the congregation in the light of the gospel, the charism of St. Angela Merici and the call and needs of the Church.” (#85)

Our Constitutions also state, “In their efforts to help the world…the Ursuline Sisters support efforts to further social justice, to alleviate suffering, to promote peace and preserve the environment. Challenged by the Gospel message and the example of St. Angela, the Ursuline sister attempts to fulfill with vision and courage her call to teach Christian living.”  (#53, 54).

Following our Ursuline Call, and our Chapter held March 16–18, 2026, the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville issue this public statement:

The Ursuline Sisters of Louisville make this statement as women religious committed to living the Gospel in this moment of our world’s history. In the spirit of our foundress, St. Angela Merici, we seek to respond to the needs of our time with courage, trust, and love. Faithful to our tradition of contemplative love and service, we reaffirm our dedication to the dignity of every person and the care of our common home. Respecting the diversity of cultures whose life and values are threatened, we invite all people to join in the sacred work of healing our world.

The Gospel mandates us to recognize Christ in those who are excluded in society. We give priority to those most at risk—the poor, the displaced, the imprisoned, and all who suffer discrimination, violence, or injustice. Standing in solidarity with those whose voices are unheard, we commit ourselves to building communities where all can live in safety and hope.

We denounce war, military buildup, and the proliferation of nuclear weapons which threaten all humanity. We commit to the active practice of non-violence, creating peace and speaking with truth and respect in public life.

We pledge both compassionate presence and active advocacy for policies that protect human life and dignity, promote peace, welcome the stranger, and safeguard the earth for future generations.

Believing in the interconnectedness of all of life, we continue to walk with
others, holding sacred every effort to protect and sustain the incredible mystery of creation.