Funeral Mass for Sister Joan Brennan Wednesday at St. Mary Church in Ridgefield

Funeral Mass for Sister Joan Brennan on Wednesday, April 23 at 10:00 AM | St. Mary Church, Ridgefield

On Holy Thursday morning, during the most sacred days of the Christian calendar, Sister Joan Brennan—beloved Catholic nun, longtime Ridgefield resident, and guiding light of St. Mary Parish—passed peacefully in her sleep.

For decades, Sister Joan led the Religious Education program at St. Mary, shaping the faith of thousands of children with her compassion, kindness, and her unforgettable mantra: F.R.O.G. – Fully Rely On God. She lived that truth daily, touching lives with quiet grace and unshakable faith.