Monastery of the Holy Church-Poor Clares

We the Poor Clare Sisters of Mbarara - Uganda were founded by the Monastery of Nancy, France at the invitation of Bishop Jean Marie Ogez M. Afr., the Ordinary of Mbarara Diocese. Following the encouragement of the Vatican Council II to establish the Contemplative life in young Churches. 

PRAYER
Prayer is a vital aspect of spiritual life, encompassing various forms such as praise, thanksgiving, confession, and supplication to God. It serves as a means of renewal and connection with the divine.

VOCATION
The vocation to the Poor Clares is a call to a life of prayer, contemplation, and service to God. It involves a commitment to the Rule of St. Clare, which emphasizes poverty, chastity, obedience, and enclosure.

COMMUNITY
Our community is characterized by our commitment to prayer, penance, contemplation, and manual work. We emphasize the importance of unity, mutual love, and the sharing of life's gifts among sisters.