How to address a nun in mail

When addressing a nun in mail, it's considered polite to use a formal title and last name, if possible. Here are some guidelines:

  1. Sister: If you know the nun's name and it's followed by "Sister," you can use "Sister [Last Name]" as the salutation. For example: "Sister Mary Johnson."
  2. Sister [First Name] [Last Name]: If you know the nun's first name, you can use "Sister [First Name] [Last Name]" as the salutation. For example: "Sister Margaret O'Connor."
  3. The Reverend Mother [Last Name]: If the nun is a Reverend Mother, you can use "The Reverend Mother [Last Name]" as the salutation. For example: "The Reverend Mother Mary Johnson."
  4. The Reverend Sister [Last Name]: If the nun is a Reverend Sister, you can use "The Reverend Sister [Last Name]" as the salutation. For example: "The Reverend Sister Margaret O'Connor."
  5. If you don't know the nun's name: If you don't know the nun's name, you can use a general salutation such as "Dear Sisters" or "Dear Sisters of [Order's Name]." For example: "Dear Sisters of the Sisters of Mercy" or "Dear Sisters of the Dominican Order."

Remember to always use a formal tone and language when addressing a nun in mail, as they are representatives of a religious order.

Here's an example of a formal letter:

[Date]

Sister Mary Johnson [Order's Name] [Address]

Dear Sister Mary,

[Your message or inquiry]

Sincerely, [Your Name]

Remember to proofread your letter for spelling and grammar errors before sending it.