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Sister Elizabeth Ann Sheahan Kilsarcon, Currow Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland native, Sister Elizabeth Ann Sheahan, is the youngest of six children. She joined us in 1961 and made first vows in 1965. Her perpetual profession of vows followed in August 1968. She has been a teacher and principal, as well as a volunteer for PSR, provided assistance to the mentally disabled, shut-ins and the Camp for the Blind. Today, she is a full-time teacher at IWA. "A desire to grow closer to God through prayer and service to Him inspired me to become a Sister. Community life is a great help to me in living out the three vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. The simplicity of the life of a Sister of the Incarnate Word gives me a sense of peace and contentment. Being a Sister has provided me with many opportunities spiritually, educationally, and socially to grow as a whole person. I am deeply grateful for all that has been given to me." ~ Sister Elizabeth Ann Sheahan Sister Margaret Taylor A native of Cleveland, Sister Margaret Taylor joined our community in 1976 and made first vows in August 1979; perpetual vows followed on April 29, 1984. Sister Margaret's ministries have included choir director, music and classroom teacher, including teaching grades 3 to 6 at Incarnate Word Academy, and Congregational Leadership. Sister is currently making a difference in people's lives as the Intercongregational Liaison and Director of Admissions at Regina Health Center. By welcoming family members to Regina, she brings hope and the presence of God into challenging situations. I would not be at this place now without the loving support of family, community and friends. My life has been filled with much personal and professional success and I thank God for all the blessings I enjoy so abundantly. Being a Sister means I have a special opportunity to bring the presence of God to others by my words and actions. As I receive God's gifts, so I want to share them with others." ~ Sister Margaret Taylor Sister Carol Tobler Sister Carol Tobler, the youngest of six children and a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, served as our previous Congregational Leader until 2007, a position she held for eight years. Before becoming our Leader, her ministry was dedicated to educating young people - both as a teacher and as principal. Sister Carol joined our community in 1967, making first vows in 1970 and perpetual vows in 1973. Sister Carol is currently a Kindergarten teacher at Incarnate Word Academy. "The desire to give myself more fully to God and others led me to religious life. The Beatitude I would most like to be remembered by is 'Blessed are the peacemakers, they will be called children of God,' because when there is peace within, all is in proper order." ~ Sister Carol Tobler Sister Anne Walsh Sister Anne Walsh left her home in Kyle, Limerick, Ireland, accompanied by her older sister Joan. They both entered our community in 1948, with first vows in 1951; perpetual profession of vows followed in August 1954. She has been active in education as a teacher (in almost every grade), administrator and PSR organizer. Today, Sister Anne likes to say she is "recycled" not retired-through her work in IWA security and in the attendance office. "I am happy that I can use my skills to serve the Church and my community. He gets me through the days, as I labor in His vineyard...I have been blessed one-hundred fold...My message to all today is 'dream of making a difference in our world, and leave the rest to God.'" ~ Sister Anne Walsh Sister Joan of Arc Walsh One of nine children, Sister Joan of Arc Walsh, along with her sister, Anne, arrived in Cleveland from her native Limerick, Ireland in 1948. She made her first vows in 1951. Sister Joan taught 6th grade at Incarnate Word Academy as well as other schools throughout the diocese of Cleveland, including St. Thomas More, St. Patrick and Assumption. Although Sister retired in 2006, she is still active today as an Incarnate Word Academy lunch guard. She also serves as sacristan for liturgical celebrations for both the community and Incarnate Word Academy. "Mother Brendan, a past Superior of the Congregation, influenced me through her wisdom and gentleness. The goodness and compassion of my Sisters helps me to be faithful. The Beatitude I would like to be remembered by would be that of compassion." ~ Sister Joan of Arc Walsh

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