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Sr. Gianna Casino, LIHM
Consecrated sister of the Leaven of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, licensed clinical therapist, and author. We are dedicated to the evangelization and formation of youth and families, offering our lives in union with Christ crucified for the salvation of souls.
Children's Books
Faith, Family, & Relationship
Spiritual Resources
Connect With Sr. Gianna and the LIHM Sisters' Community
Reviews
“Both of Sister’s books, Puffel and I Talk to God about You, moved me to tears!” – Johnette Williams, EWTN radio and TV host, Founder of Women of Grace
“Sister M. Gianna Casino is one of the most refreshing voices in children’s literature today.” – Maria V. Gallagher, speaker and author of Joyful Encounters with Mary
"From Sr. Gianna Casino’s perspective as an author, nun, teacher, and clinical counselor, she encourages readers young and old, to walk on a path of grace, compassion, and belonging." - R.C. Liley, Founder and Blogger of Going-Dad.com
"ABUNDANTLY CREATIVE, IMAGINATIVE, PERCEPTIVE AND SENSITIVE TO CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH." -Diane Stewart, EWTN viewer, Mother, and Grandmother
Past Book Tour Signings/Engagements:
American Heritage Girls (St. John Parish), Nov. 14, 2025 Clinton, MA
Ascension Early Childhood Center, Chesterfield, MO
Ascension Parish, Advent by Candlelight, MO
Barnes n' Noble Storytime, Ladue, MO
Barnes n' Noble Storytime, Manhasset, NY
Catholic Faith Network Live Show, Uniondale, NY
Catholic Women for Christ Conference, Book Sale/Booth Signing, Saint Louis University High, MO
Coalition for Life Rally, Maryland Heights, MO
Divine Mercy University Research Symposium, Sterling, VA
EWTN Studio and Radio Station, Irondale, AL
Holy Infant School, Ballwin, MO
Love Reigns, St. Petronille, Glen Ellyn, IL
Marian Conference (Booth Signing), St. Louis, MO
Pope St. John Paul II Prep School, St. Charles, MO
Sacred Heart Elementary, Cullman, AL
Sacred Heart Elementary, Florissant, MO
St. Austin’s School, St. Louis, MO
St. Cecilia’s School, St. Louis, MO
St. Clare of Assisi School, Ellisville, MO
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, St. Charles, MO
St. Michael's School, South Sioux City, NE
St. Louis Catholic Therapist Guild at Saint Louis Counseling, November 14, 2025, Fenton, MO
St. Raymond-St. Elizabeth Church, Vacation Bible School, Crestwood, MO
Society of Catholic Social Scientists Annual Conference, October 24-25, 2025, Steubenville, OH
Steubenville Youth Conference (Booths) 2024, Rochester, MN
Visitation Academy, St. Louis, MO
Upcoming:
Advent Recollection Dec. 6, Columbus, OH
St. Louis Marian Conference, Friday, May 15, 2026, Saint Louis, MO
American Heritage Girls (St. John Parish), Nov. 14, 2025 Clinton, MA
Ascension Early Childhood Center, Chesterfield, MO
Ascension Parish, Advent by Candlelight, MO
Barnes n' Noble Storytime, Ladue, MO
Barnes n' Noble Storytime, Manhasset, NY
Catholic Faith Network Live Show, Uniondale, NY
Catholic Women for Christ Conference, Book Sale/Booth Signing, Saint Louis University High, MO
Coalition for Life Rally, Maryland Heights, MO
Divine Mercy University Research Symposium, Sterling, VA
EWTN Studio and Radio Station, Irondale, AL
Holy Infant School, Ballwin, MO
Love Reigns, St. Petronille, Glen Ellyn, IL
Marian Conference (Booth Signing), St. Louis, MO
Pope St. John Paul II Prep School, St. Charles, MO
Sacred Heart Elementary, Cullman, AL
Sacred Heart Elementary, Florissant, MO
St. Austin’s School, St. Louis, MO
St. Cecilia’s School, St. Louis, MO
St. Clare of Assisi School, Ellisville, MO
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, St. Charles, MO
St. Michael's School, South Sioux City, NE
St. Louis Catholic Therapist Guild at Saint Louis Counseling, November 14, 2025, Fenton, MO
St. Raymond-St. Elizabeth Church, Vacation Bible School, Crestwood, MO
Society of Catholic Social Scientists Annual Conference, October 24-25, 2025, Steubenville, OH
Steubenville Youth Conference (Booths) 2024, Rochester, MN
Visitation Academy, St. Louis, MO
Upcoming:
Advent Recollection Dec. 6, Columbus, OH
St. Louis Marian Conference, Friday, May 15, 2026, Saint Louis, MO
Affiliates and Friends
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
Chaste Heart of St. Joseph, pray for us.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
Chaste Heart of St. Joseph, pray for us.
