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A Divine Romance
To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek him the greatest adventue; to find him the greatest human achievment. ~St. Augustine of Hippo
Our Spirit
Your vocation is to be a seraph
before the throne of God.
The seraphic spirit consists in ardent holy love, in a heart which seeks and sees God in all things and is bent on spending itself for His honor and using all things to glorify Him.
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For I know well the plans I have for you
For I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe! Plans to give you a future full of hope. Jeremiah 29:11
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Sisters in Christ
The more the members of a religious community are bound to one another by bonds of deep friendship and love, the more that community embodies the reality of the Church as the 'sacrament of salvation'. LG 48
Our JoyI found Him whom my soul loves
We are a community of contemplative women in the Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin, dedicated to holy adoration of our Eucharistic King, the Child Jesus. Before Him we intercede for the Church, her priests, those who send us their intentions, and the entire world. We live a simple joyful Franciscan life striving daily to grow in the virtues of His Most Sacred Heart.
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People ask us, "Why do you have such devotion to the Child Jesus?” Well... Devotion to the Child Jesus is rooted in the mystery of the Incarnation—the eternal Son of God became a true human child for our salvation. Read More
Seraphic Adorers of the Child Jesus's cover photo"Kindness and good nature unite men more effectually and with greater strength than any agreements whatsoever, since thereby the engagements of men's hearts become stronger than the bond and obligation of words." -St. Thomas More
Last week, the sisters had a joyful visit with two newly ordained priests, one new deacon, our Fr. Matthew, and other seminarian friends from Saint Francis de Sales Seminary in Milwaukee. Praise God for the gift of the priesthood! After Read More
Seraphic Adorers of the Child Jesus's cover photoIt's that time of year to begin planting!!!
God entrusted the earth to mankind and placed Adam in the garden “to cultivate and care for it.” Gardening is therefore not merely labor; it is participation in God’s creative work. When we Read More
God entrusted the earth to mankind and placed Adam in the garden “to cultivate and care for it.” Gardening is therefore not merely labor; it is participation in God’s creative work. When we Read More
April 26 is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations in 2026. Please pray for good, holy vocations!
“The Lord of life knows us and enlightens our hearts with his loving gaze. Indeed, every vocation begins with the awareness and Read More
“The Lord of life knows us and enlightens our hearts with his loving gaze. Indeed, every vocation begins with the awareness and Read More
People ask us, "Why do you have such devotion to the Child Jesus?” Well... Devotion to the Child Jesus is rooted in the mystery of the Incarnation—the eternal Son of God became a true human child for our salvation. By contemplating the Infant Jesus, we are drawn into the profound humility, love, and tenderness of God, who chose to come into the world not as a powerful ruler, but as a helpless baby.
This devotion emphasizes several spiritual truths:
• The Humility of God. The Creator of the universe became a little child, teaching that true greatness is found in humility, simplicity, and self-giving love.
• The Eucharist. The Infant Jesus lying in the manger and Jesus humbly present in the Eucharist is the same little, vulnerable Jesus. Just as people had to approach Him in FAITH at Bethlehem, they must approach Him in faith in the Blessed Sacrament
• God's Approachability. The Child Jesus invites everyone to come to Him without fear. His innocence and gentleness remind us that God desires a loving relationship with each person and welcomes us with open arms.
• Trust and Spiritual Childhood. The Infant Jesus inspires us to place our complete trust in God as children trust a loving father. Jesus Himself said, "Unless you turn and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 18:3).
• The Hidden Life of Nazareth. The years Jesus spent as a child in the Holy Family sanctified ordinary family life, work, obedience, and the quiet virtues practiced each day.
• The Beginning of Our Redemption. The work of salvation began not only on Calvary but also at Bethlehem. Every stage of Christ's earthly life, beginning with His infancy, was offered for our redemption.
• A Call to Love. The Child Jesus reveals that God wins hearts not by force but by love. His vulnerability invites us to respond with affection, confidence, and generous love in return.
Throughout the centuries, many saints have had a deep devotion to the Child Jesus, including St. Anthony of Padua, St. Teresa of Ávila, St. Thérèse of Lisieux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony and many others. They found that meditating on the Infant Christ led them to greater humility, trust, purity of heart, and love for God.
Ultimately, devotion to the Child Jesus is a devotion to Jesus Himself. It is an invitation to contemplate the mystery of God's infinite love made visible in the smallest and most approachable form—a Child who came to dwell among us so that we might become children of God. As St. John writes, "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us" (John 1:14). God did not come to save the world through displays of earthly power, but by becoming a little child whom anyone—even the poorest shepherd or the simplest believer—could approach without fear.
This devotion emphasizes several spiritual truths:
• The Humility of God. The Creator of the universe became a little child, teaching that true greatness is found in humility, simplicity, and self-giving love.
• The Eucharist. The Infant Jesus lying in the manger and Jesus humbly present in the Eucharist is the same little, vulnerable Jesus. Just as people had to approach Him in FAITH at Bethlehem, they must approach Him in faith in the Blessed Sacrament
• God's Approachability. The Child Jesus invites everyone to come to Him without fear. His innocence and gentleness remind us that God desires a loving relationship with each person and welcomes us with open arms.
• Trust and Spiritual Childhood. The Infant Jesus inspires us to place our complete trust in God as children trust a loving father. Jesus Himself said, "Unless you turn and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 18:3).
• The Hidden Life of Nazareth. The years Jesus spent as a child in the Holy Family sanctified ordinary family life, work, obedience, and the quiet virtues practiced each day.
• The Beginning of Our Redemption. The work of salvation began not only on Calvary but also at Bethlehem. Every stage of Christ's earthly life, beginning with His infancy, was offered for our redemption.
• A Call to Love. The Child Jesus reveals that God wins hearts not by force but by love. His vulnerability invites us to respond with affection, confidence, and generous love in return.
Throughout the centuries, many saints have had a deep devotion to the Child Jesus, including St. Anthony of Padua, St. Teresa of Ávila, St. Thérèse of Lisieux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony and many others. They found that meditating on the Infant Christ led them to greater humility, trust, purity of heart, and love for God.
Ultimately, devotion to the Child Jesus is a devotion to Jesus Himself. It is an invitation to contemplate the mystery of God's infinite love made visible in the smallest and most approachable form—a Child who came to dwell among us so that we might become children of God. As St. John writes, "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us" (John 1:14). God did not come to save the world through displays of earthly power, but by becoming a little child whom anyone—even the poorest shepherd or the simplest believer—could approach without fear.
Seraphic Adorers of the Child Jesus's cover photo
"Kindness and good nature unite men more effectually and with greater strength than any agreements whatsoever, since thereby the engagements of men's hearts become stronger than the bond and obligation of words." -St. Thomas More
Last week, the sisters had a joyful visit with two newly ordained priests, one new deacon, our Fr. Matthew, and other seminarian friends from Saint Francis de Sales Seminary in Milwaukee. Praise God for the gift of the priesthood! After celebrating Mass, we gave them a little tour of the grounds.
Seraphic Adorers of the Child Jesus's cover photo
It's that time of year to begin planting!!!
God entrusted the earth to mankind and placed Adam in the garden “to cultivate and care for it.” Gardening is therefore not merely labor; it is participation in God’s creative work. When we plant seeds, water the ground, and patiently wait for growth, we imitate the tenderness and patience of the Heavenly Father.
God entrusted the earth to mankind and placed Adam in the garden “to cultivate and care for it.” Gardening is therefore not merely labor; it is participation in God’s creative work. When we plant seeds, water the ground, and patiently wait for growth, we imitate the tenderness and patience of the Heavenly Father.
April 26 is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations in 2026. Please pray for good, holy vocations!
“The Lord of life knows us and enlightens our hearts with his loving gaze. Indeed, every vocation begins with the awareness and experience of a God who is love (cf. 1 Jn 4:16). He knows us profoundly; he has counted the hairs of our head (cf. Mt 10:30) and has envisaged for each person a unique path of holiness and service. Yet this awareness must always be reciprocal. We are invited to know God through prayer, listening to the Word, the Sacraments, the life of the Church and works of charity for our brothers and sisters. Like the young Samuel, who unexpectedly heard the voice of the Lord during the night and learned to recognize it with the help of Eli (cf. 1 Sam 3:1–10), we too must create a space for interior silence in order to hear what the Lord desires for our happiness. This is not a matter of lofty ideas or scholarly learning, but of a personal encounter that transforms one’s life. God dwells in our hearts. A vocation entails an intimate dialogue with the One who calls and invites us to respond, despite the deafening noise of the world, with true joy and generosity.” -Pope Leo
“The Lord of life knows us and enlightens our hearts with his loving gaze. Indeed, every vocation begins with the awareness and experience of a God who is love (cf. 1 Jn 4:16). He knows us profoundly; he has counted the hairs of our head (cf. Mt 10:30) and has envisaged for each person a unique path of holiness and service. Yet this awareness must always be reciprocal. We are invited to know God through prayer, listening to the Word, the Sacraments, the life of the Church and works of charity for our brothers and sisters. Like the young Samuel, who unexpectedly heard the voice of the Lord during the night and learned to recognize it with the help of Eli (cf. 1 Sam 3:1–10), we too must create a space for interior silence in order to hear what the Lord desires for our happiness. This is not a matter of lofty ideas or scholarly learning, but of a personal encounter that transforms one’s life. God dwells in our hearts. A vocation entails an intimate dialogue with the One who calls and invites us to respond, despite the deafening noise of the world, with true joy and generosity.” -Pope Leo
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