Daughters of St. Paul

We are Roman Catholic Sisters, consecrated women who, like Paul the Apostle, are overwhelmed by the love of Jesus, who has "shown us great mercy." Our Veterans Boulevard center, active here since 1968, is not just a bookstore: it's a place of encounter. Every day, people who come here find "rest for their souls." For some, it comes as soon as they walk in, and the noise of the busy street fades away in a peaceful setting. For others, it is the attentive ear of the sister whose care in listening assures them: God cares, too. For spiritual seekers, the bookstore has been their introduction to Catholicism (or to faith itself). For many, the destination is the chapel, where they find Jesus himself, and can write their prayer intentions in a book for others to pray over. 

It takes more than brick and mortar to sustain a mission like that. The Eucharist, celebrated at Mass, received in Communion, adored in the Blessed Sacrament, is the center of our life and service. Of course, brick and mortar is also involved! Your gift in this year's fundraising efforts will give the sisters more reliable air conditioning when the summer heat begins again in earnest. (That upstairs unit did its job well for 15 years, but over the past two years the technician has been trying to prepare us for its demise.) The cost of a new AC is estimated at $13,000, so every contribution makes a difference!

About the Pauline Mission

When the first Daughters of St. Paul arrived in 1968, no one could have imagined the developments the media world would undergo, but the sisters had already heard the Founder, Blessed James Alberione, say: "Whatever progress provides that can be put at the service of the Gospel, use it for your mission." 

The sisters not only use media technology, they pray for the media culture, for media professionals, and for the people who suffer when media are misused. This is a mission that has no limits! You are a part of it through your visits to the Pauline bookstore (across from the Clearview Ochsner clinic), when you tune in to the daily prayer on our Facebook page, when you pray for vocations, and through your financial support.

Events

Numerous events are held at, spring from, or are livestreamed from our center at 4403 Veterans (across from Clearview):

• 'Noon Mass on Fridays (from Labor day to Memorial Day)
• St. Paul Book Fairs for schools
• Pauline Book & Media parish book fairs
• Online Evening prayer (@AskaCatholicNun on Facebook)
• Daughters of St. Paul 🎶 Christmas 🎄 Concert 🎶 (Save this year's date: Dec. 17 at Jesuit High Auditorium!) A wonderful opportunity for the whole family to get together to celebrate the grace of Christmas! The joy of the season really comes through for everyone! One audience member testified: "I have never seen so many people having a great time in one gathering." You can become a sponsor (tickets included) or simply buy the tickets you need. (Tickets are free for children age 12 and under!) Go to Pauline.org/concert for tickets.
• Children's party for Baby Jesus 🌟with games, crafts, songs, treats, plus costumes and a Nativity stable/manger for photos
• Children's Easter party with crafts, songs, and treats
  
  

Testimonials

"Sisters.. .In my ministry I have worked with sisters from many orders. You are the backbone of the 'Servant Ministry' we are called to. God's blessings on each of you." - Deacon Jack

“The Sisters, Daughters of St. Paul, are knowledgeable about a variety of media, kind and helpful!” Barbara M.

"You Ladies will never know the deep heartfelt impact you had on my life that night as we watched your absolutely beautiful angelic energetic voices. So much so, that after the show..my boys went and got the car while my husband and I talked and he said what I have waited to hear for sooo long. “I think we need to go back to Mass, you and me” - Stephanie, Christmas concert-goer

"Thank you for your Holy Spirit inspired spiritual insights, Sisters. They've helped me to grow closer to Jesus and to bring his love to others." - Podcast listener

"Sr Martha popped up on FB when my dad was passing to eternal life & unable to reach a priest. Mom & I held his hand in prayer. "