‘God’s work will go on’: Sister Carolyn Brockland upholds Ursuline legacy in New Orleans

Overall, there are only about 100 Ursulines of the Roman Union remaining in the United States. With a sharply-declining population, the sisters have been preparing Ursuline schools for their absence, training laypeople to become spiritual leaders and carry on traditions.

By: Rachel Mipro

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: October 14, 2026

Words: 933

Last Updated: 2 days, 15 hours ago

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NEW ORLEANS — Inside the National Shrine to Our Lady of Prompt Succor on the Ursuline Academy campus, Sister Carolyn Marie Brockland points out stained glass, jewel-encrusted crowns and items that are hundreds of years old, explaining each story. These objects are the heritage of the Ursuline Sisters, a religious order that has helped heal, teach and shape the Crescent City since 1727.

Brockland, 85, is the only Ursuline sister left in …

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