INCORRUPT BODY OF SISTER WILHELMINA LANCASTER FOUND IN ABBEY GRAVE

The Incredible Story of Sister Wilhelmina: A Witness to the Love of the Lord

In a small abbey in rural Missouri, a remarkable discovery has left the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of the Apostles in awe. The body of their founder, Sister Mary Wilhelmina Lancaster, appears to be incorrupt, defying the natural process of decay despite never being embalmed.

Sister Wilhelmina, born Mary Elizabeth Lancaster in 1924, dedicated her life to serving the Lord as a nun. Her journey led her to establish the Benedictines of Mary, a religious order devoted to prayer, sacrifice, and the veneration of Mary. After her passing in 2019, the sisters recently unearthed her body to move it to a crypt inside the monastery chapel, only to discover it remarkably preserved.

Abbess Mother Cecilia, OSB, described the moment of the discovery as a profound experience, noting the sense of divine intervention in preserving Sister Wilhelmina’s body. The news has sparked interest and curiosity among Catholics, drawing pilgrims from across the Midwest to witness the apparent miracle for themselves.

As the Church investigates this extraordinary occurrence, the sisters plan to honor Sister Wilhelmina by placing her body in a glass box for veneration on May 29, the anniversary of her passing. Her life and legacy continue to inspire hope, faith, and trust in the Lord among those who knew her and those who have heard her story.

While the formal process for canonization has not yet begun, Sister Wilhelmina’s enduring presence serves as a testament to her unwavering love for the Lord and her dedication to a life of prayer and service. The mystery of her incorrupt body remains a source of wonder and awe, inviting all who encounter her story to reflect on the power of faith and the enduring love of God.