Sr. Louise has been a member of the Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica in Fort Smith, AR for 76 years. She has served in various educational ministries serving as a teacher as well as a principal in grade school through high school. Sr. Louise, later taught at Texas Tech University. Sr. Louise served as the Prioress of the Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica form 1985-1993. Sr. Louise founded Hesychia House of Prayer in 1989 and has served as its Director for over 40 years. She is currently the Founding Foundress of Hesychia House of Prayer and the Mentor. Sr. Louise has a PhD from Texas Tech University. Sr. Louise is certified as a Spiritual Director from the School of Spiritual Direction in Pecos, NM. She enjoys writing poetry, cooking, reading, and word games.