Staff

The presence and spirit of the staff at Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center contributes to the sacredness and renewal of Marywood. You will find the staff accommodating and attentive to your needs.

Roselyn Heil, FSPA

Sister Roselyn Heil, FSPA is a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. As staff at Marywood Spirituality Center she provides hospitality, Reiki, and programs. She returned to her rural Wisconsin roots for the opportunity to integrate her life experiences as a National Park ranger naturalist out west with her experiences as a trained chaplain and Reiki master practitioner. Sr. Roselyn enjoys collaborating with people regarding environmental concerns, connecting our spirits with the earth and her creatures through storytelling and a listening heart. She is also available as a spiritual director.

Karen Kappell, FSPA

Karen Kappell, a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, is an artist and teacher who has used these skills in combination with spiritual direction training to create programs and opportunities that develop the creative potential in those who attend Marywood. She believes that the quiet and beauty of Marywood surroundings contribute to bringing forth the creative juices that lie within each person. She has a studio in her living residence where she produces art, in addition to coming to Marywood to share her talents. She is available as a spiritual director.

Marla Lang, FSPA

Marla Lang, FSPA, joined the Marywood Spirituality Center staff as Outreach Coordinator July 2003. She brings to Marywood her rural family background from Central Wisconsin, the tradition of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, and an array of educational and spiritual experiences. Her previous ministries as teacher, principal, director of religious education, parish director and religious community leader have enriched her life and the offerings she shares at Marywood and in outreach programs. Sr. Marla savors the exchange of gifts that happen whenever two or more people meet. She is also available as a spiritual director.

Susan Fredenhagen

Susan is the office and finance manager at Marywood. She loves the energy and spirit that is found here and the beauty and serene setting makes it a wonderful environment in which to work. Susan has lived in the Northwoods since 1974, owning and operating a local business for 17 years with her husband and three children. She is an avid outdoor person, especially enjoying horseback riding, canoeing and cross-country skiing.