Sr. Ellen Frances Lenihan

Sister Ellen Frances Lenihan entered the Glenmary Sisters as a late vocation in 2005. Sister Ellen Frances’ immediate family is from rural Ireland, emigrating to New York State where Sister was raised and educated. She had been in a teaching order in the New York Diocese for several years, but left to pursue a career in nursing. She worked in different nursing capacities over the years, most of which had been in the field of oncology. Sister has also studied and volunteered as a chaplain in a Medical Center in New York State.

Sr. Ellen Frances is currently stationed in Livingston County in South West Kentucky. The county she lives in has a population of 9,500 persons with a Catholic population of less than 45 persons. The county has tremendous historical beauty coupled with severe economic depression. Sister works closely with several organizations in the county to seek out and help the needy. She also volunteers with hospice in the area.

Sr. Ellen Frances renewed her vows in May 2010.