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Established on this continent in 1874, when five pioneer sisters first came from Poland to Polonia, Wisconsin, the Felician Sisters quickly grew into a significant presence in North America. Women who identified with their charism joined the mission of the Felician Sisters, establishing diverse ministries to educate and serve in the Franciscan tradition. In 2009, eight former provinces merged into Our Lady of Hope Province, establishing a new chapter in our history. Learn more about the ways that Felician Sisters have listened to God’s call and followed the example of our foundress, Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska.
Felician Franciscan Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi
Read about our recent Pilgrimage, where faith, history and community intertwined.
Sr. Mary Ursuline Hilinski Shares Words of Wisdom on her 100th Birthday
Watch the news story of Sister Mary Ursuline Hilinski who received second dose of the Moderna vaccine just hours before her 100th birthday.
The Pilgrimage Continues: Part 7 – Rome Continued
In Part 7 of the pilgrimage story, Felician Sisters visit more sites in Rome.
The Pilgrimage Continues: Part 6 – Rome
In Part 6 of the pilgrimage story, Felician Sisters visit several important sites in Rome.
The Pilgrimage Continues: Part 5 – Assisi
In Part 5 of the pilgrimage story, Felician Sisters visit Assisi.
Pilgrimage to Poland: Part 3 – Przemyśl
In Part 3 of the pilgrimage story, Felician Sisters visit Przemysl.
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.
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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