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.”
Volunteers Share Their Time to Make an Impact
Volunteers share their time and talents to tutor students in Haiti, helping them improve English, build confidence and prepare for a brighter future.
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Behind Marywood Nursing Care Center — and the secret to their success
Let’s Finally Ban the Bomb
A reflection on nuclear nonproliferation, faith, and the urgent call to work for peace in a world threatened by nuclear weapons.
A New Day
Maryville Retreat Center invites a broader audience to retreat and renew their spirit
A Dream Becomes a Reality
Explore the journey of the completed chapel windows at Holy Name of Mary College School in Mississauga, Ontario.
Gala Honors, Supports and Empowers Families
St. Anne's Family Services hosts the 44th "Evening of Angels" Gala.
Sister Helen Marie Strawa
Sister Helen Marie served her religious community for 72 years.
Madonna University’s New Series Features Sr. Nancy Jamroz
Discover Madonna University's new video series, "Conversations with Chris," as President Dougherty introduces Sr. Nancy Jamroz and her reflections on the university's rich history.
Sister Mary Virginita Tarnacki
Sister Mary Virginita was a Felician Sister for 70 years.
Sister Mary Colette Michniewicz
Sister Mary Colette was a Felician Sister for 76 years.
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.
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