Sunday Aug. 9, 2026, 3-6 p.m.
We had 129 sisters attend - each received a $100-bill.  There were 117 Serrans and Guest serving the sisters. Four Students from Sacred Heart volunteered to serve popcorn, desserts, and help with setup and cleanup. In addition to Archbishop McKnight and Bishop Johnston; 3 priest attended -- for a total of 255.
The Poor of Jesus Christ received a Formation Award so two of their sisters could attend English as a Second Language classes.  See photos and some history of this event by clicking the Read More button.

2026 Brochure and Registration form - RSAD 2026 Serrans' Brochure
Click on this link and see the 2026 Program.

History of Religious Sisters' Appreciation Day

We have gathered some history of the Religious Sisters' Appreciation Day from 2010 to 2026.

Here is the Attendance Chart. 

Here is a Finances Chart. with some explanation about the Finances. 
*  The Blue Bar represents the income received from Serran's donations and a fee to attend.  Also, a number of Individuals, Churches, Catholic Organizations, Knights of Columbus, and businesses donate each year. 
*  The Red Bar represents the expenses. 
The biggest expense is the $100-bill gift we give to each sister when they arrive.  Other expenses are BBQ Dinner, drinks, and BINGO prizes. 
*  Finely, the Green Bar represents the Formation Grants we Awarded to help religious congregations cover the cost of preparing a woman to the religious ministry- such as, education, travel, and cost of entering the USA.

Thank you Serrans for a fun day with the Sisters.  Event in Photos...

Sisters from the Kansas City Area - both KS and MO enjoyed this event.

Archbishop McKnight, Bishop Johnston and priests honoring the sisters.

Serrans who served and honored the religious sisters in the Kansas City area KS and MO.

BINGO

 Thank You cards from the sisters