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The Clinton Franciscans number 71 Sisters, 1 Novice, 3 Sojourners, and 74 Associates , : men and women who have formed a covenant relationship with the congregation to share in its mission and to enhance their own spiritual growth.   Clinton Franciscans serve in seven states, and, in Chulucanas, Peru.

Their Administrative Offices are in Clinton and their primary residence at The Canticle.

The history of the Sisters of St. Francis now of Clinton, Iowa, dates back to 1866 in Gethsemani, Kentucky.

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Four Clinton Franciscan sisters who have served/are serving as President of the congregation stopped for a moment in their busy lives on Commissioning Day 2006 at The Canticle. (Left to right) Marilyn Huegerich OSF, President 1996-2004; Maria Zeimen OSF, President 1988-1996; Janice Cebula OSF, current President; Mary Smith OSF, President, 1981-1988.

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The 2008 – 2012 General Council:
Back row, l. to r. – Mary Smith OSF, Ida Green OSF, Ruth Cox OSF.
Front row, l. to r. – Janice Cebula OSF, President; Anne Martin Phelan OSF, Vice President.

The Leadership Council consists of the President and four sisters who are elected to four-year terms. The last election was during Chapter 2008.
 

The "Clinton Franciscans" are one of 200 Franciscan congregations in the US today
and one of over 600 Franciscan congregations worldwide.