Felician Sisters of North America
Members of an international community of women religious founded in Poland in 1855, the first Felician Sisters arrived in North America in 1874. By the middle of the twentieth century, they had established eight provinces across the United States and Canada, pioneering in social services and education and following the example of their foundress, Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska. In 2009, they merged into one Our Lady of Hope Province. The Felician Sisters continue to follow the spiritual ideals of Saints Francis of Assisi, Clare of Assisi, and Felix of Cantalice, as they seek to fulfill their mission to “cooperate with Christ in the spiritual renewal of the world.”
A Sacred Space Renewed for Today’s Spiritual Seeker
An overview of Maryville Retreat Center, its mission, programs and recent updates.
Embracing Life in Religious Community
Explore the journeys, ministries and daily lives of Felician Sisters.
Mission: Possible
Volunteers in Mission share how serving with the Felician Sisters at Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit brings hope, connection, and lasting impact through service.
Sister Theresa Mary Pietrzak
Sister Theresa Mary was a Felician Sister for 64 years.
Petition to Stem Crisis in Haiti
Support efforts to address the crisis in Haiti by advocating for stronger measures to stop illegal arms flow and protect vulnerable communities.
Laudato Si’ Webinar
Join the Felician Sisters for a free Laudato Si’ webinar exploring Pope Francis’ call to address climate change and social justice.
Sister Mary Theophilia Tworzydlo
Sister Mary Theophilia was a Felician Sister for 72 years.
Sister Irene Marie Sarnecki
Sister Irene Marie was a Felician Sister for 74 years.
A Catholic Approach to Immigration Reform
Sister Maryann Agnes Mueller attended the Catholic Immigration Conference, exploring migration narratives, advocacy and Catholic perspectives on human dignity and border security.
Mission Visit to Our Lady Mother of Africa Province
Sisters visit Kenya’s Kipsing mission, assessing local needs and the impact of funding challenges.
Serving where needed since 1874
Founded in Poland in 1855, the Felician Sisters are a congregation of women religious inspired by the spiritual ideals of their foundress, Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska, and Saints Francis of Assisi, Clare of Assisi and Felix of Cantalice. Arriving in North America in 1874 following Blessed Mary Angela’s directive “to serve where needed,” they helped to weave the social service system. Today, the Felician Sisters founded, sponsor or support through the presence of our sisters, more than 40 ministries – all continuing to evolve to meet the needs of the people they serve.
Provincial Offices
Provincial Information
