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.”
Pilgrimage to Poland: Part 2 – Kraków
In Part 2 of the pilgrimage story, Felician Sisters visit Krakow.
Pilgrimage to Poland: Part 1 – Warsaw
In Part 1 of the pilgrimage story, Felician Sisters visit Warsaw.
Madonna University Breaks Ground for Felician Sisters Heritage Center
Madonna University's new Welcome Center will hold the Felician Sisters' Heritage Center and Archives.
Felician Associates Explore the Franciscan Crown
Felician Sisters and Associates in Buffalo join together for a "Franciscan Crown" rosary.
Felician Associates in Wisconsin Welcome Three New Members
The Felician Associates of Manitowac, WI welcomed three new members on May 4, 2019.
Three Felician Sisters Prepare for Perpetual Profession of Vows
In Holly, a summer gathering for Felician Sisters preparing for perpetual vows.
OLSH Students Visit Provincial House to Celebrate WPIAL Championships
Sisters at the Provincial House celebrate with OLSH students who won championships in basketball and football
Felician Sisters Celebrate 26th Anniversary of Beatification of Blessed Mary Angela
Felician foundress Blessed Mary Angela, who served those in need, was beatified 26 years ago.
Prayer Shawls Bring Comfort and Solace
The Prayer Shawl Ministry started in 1998 and enhances the lives of those in need of prayer.
Felician-Sponsored Ministry Leaders Walk in the Footsteps of the Franciscan Movement
Felician-sponsored ministry leaders traveled to several sites significant to the heritage and history of the Felician Sisters.
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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