On Friday, June 13, following days of prayer and discernment, the Sisters of St. Benedict elected Sister Anita Louise Lowe to serve a second term as prioress. She has now named the leadership team that will assist her throughout her second term, which will be for a period of four years.
The Sisters of St. Benedict at Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand have announced the leadership team that will support Prioress Sister Anita Louise Lowe during her second four-year term.
Sister Kathleen Marie Cash has been named Subprioress. In this role, she will support the prioress in her duties, step in during her absence, and serve as part of the Formations Team, the Admissions Board, the Monastic Council, and the Executive Advisory Council. Originally from Eddyville, Kentucky, Sister Kathleen Marie entered the monastery in 2004 and made her Perpetual Profession in 2011. She holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics from Brescia University, a master’s degree in teacher leadership, and a doctorate in curriculum and instruction, both from the University of Louisville. Her experience includes teaching mathematics, research, faculty development, and college instruction. She also serves as Treasurer, in Music Ministry, as Coordinator of Mission Appeals, and as Liaison with the Sisters’ monastery in Peru.
Sister Paula Wolff has been appointed Monastery Coordinator, responsible for the daily operations of the monastery and community, including schedules and assignments, while also serving on the Monastic Council and the Executive Advisory Council. A native of Chanhassen, Minnesota, she entered the monastery in 1995 and made her Perpetual Profession in 2002. Sister Paula holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and has experience as a teacher, administrative assistant, and in parish and monastery service.
The Sisters of St. Benedict in Ferdinand form one of the largest Benedictine women’s communities in the nation, with more than 95 members. Their mission is rooted in prayer, community life, hospitality, and service, continuing a tradition that began in 1867 when four sisters came to Ferdinand to teach local children. Since then, over 1,000 women have entered the community, serving in a wide range of ministries including education, healthcare, social services, parish work, and pastoral care.
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