The Ursuline Sisters of Louisville are a congregation of women religious in the Roman Catholic Church who follow a life of consecration and prayer united with good works. Teaching Christian living is our corporate ministry, which, cutting across socio-economic, racial and national boundaries, assists women, men and children to live more fully and to develop a personal relationship with God.

The Ursuline Sisters of Louisville have a rich history that dates back to 1858 in Louisville, Ky. Today, we minister in 3 states (Kentucky, Iowa and Nebraska) and in Peru.

Our Mission

The Ursuline Sisters of Louisville, Kentucky, an apostolic religious congregation of the Roman Catholic Church, rooted in the spirit and tradition of St. Angela Merici, are committed to a life of prayer and community and participation in the teaching mission of the Church.

Teaching Christian living is the corporate ministry of the Ursuline Sisters. This ministry, cutting across socio-economic, racial and national boundaries, assists women, men and children to live more fully and to develop a personal relationship with God.