Is Sister Annella Zervas a saint?

Brenda Posch believes that Sister Annella Zervas, who was born and died in Moorhead, Minnesota, is a saint. Today, she'll share why.

Brenda lives in Moorhead, Minnesota, and attends St. Joseph's Church—the home parish of now Servant of God Annella Zervas, who died at 26 years old 100 years ago, and whose cause for sainthood is underway. Brenda came to know the story of Sister Annella and her heroic suffering with a rare skin condition while her husband, "Chip" Posch, was undergoing a health trial. Today, we'll hear about her strong belief that Sister Annella was an extraordinary person who can help us on our journeys to heaven.

SHOW NOTES:

• AN INVITATION FOR AUG. 8, 2026: The Centennial Celebration of the Death of Servant of God Annella Zervas, OSB. Join Bishop Cozzens and the Sister Annella Guild to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of Servant of God Annella Zervas; 3:45 Blessing and Dedication of the Zervas Family Monument (St. Joseph's Cemetery); 5:00 Celebration of Holy Mass (St Francis de Sales Catholic Church in North Moorhead) (reception to follow). Kindly RSVP and find additional event information at: sisterannella.org/centennial-celebration-day

• Website to advance the cause of Sister Annella: www.sisterannella.org, which includes much information about her and the Guild, written from a variety of people, on her role in their lives, prayers, and the "Ticket for Eternity" book about her life.

• The "Ticket for Eternity" book details the life and suffering of Sister Annella and includes a Litany of Suffering based upon her life. "After reading this book I believe people will understand better why she is a saint," Brenda said. This book can be purchased or downloaded from the website.

• "Faith Conversations" article Roxane wrote about Sister Annella with Brenda's input: www.inforum.com/opinion/columns/nun-being-eyed-for-sainthood-returns-to-st-joes