Sister Profile

Sister Carole Kimes

Biography

Sister Carole Kimes was born on January 9, 1950 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

She entered the Congregation initially in 1974, but re-entered in 1980. She professed first vows on July 4, 1983, and final vows on August 15, 1987.

Of her ministries, Sister Carole has served as a teacher, hospice nurse, formation director, caregiver and in pastoral care in a parish. Currently, she ministers as part of the Congregation’s Leadership Team. Prior to that, she was the Director of Pastoral Care at St. Elizabeth Seton in Indianapolis.

Sister Carole said she loved camping and is a vegetarian. At one time, she played the French horn and trumpet. She enjoys watching the Butler Bulldogs and Indiana Pacers as well as the Indianapolis Colts.

Her favorite musician is Neil Diamond.

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Sister Mary Mundy (left) with General Councilor Sister Carole Kimes during a workshop featuring Carrie Newcomer earlier in the day.
General Councilor Sister Carole Kimes.
General Councilor Sister Carole Kimes (left) with Sister Marilyn Baker during the 2025 Foundation Day morning prayer.
General Councilor Sister Carole Kimes (left) with Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Knoblock.
General Councilors (from left) Sister Laura Parker and Sister Carole Kimes enjoy the luncheon with Sister Mary Morley (right).