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.”
Sr. Mary Alicia Adametz
Celebrating 60 years as a Felician Sister
Sr. Mary Ursuline Hilinski
Celebrating 85 years as a Felician Sister
Congratulations to Sr. Inga: New American Citizen!
Read Sr. Inga Borko's reflection on achieving American citizenship, a momentous occasion in her life.
A Legacy of Faith: OLSH Creates Video for Catholic Sisters Week
Watch the heartfelt stories of five Felician Sisters from OLSH, reflecting on faith, service and devotion.
Sister Mary Antonia Popielarczyk
Sister Mary Antonia was a beloved member of the Felician Community for 72 years.
A Letter from Sister Maria Oksana Zhovnir
An update on Felician Sisters' aid to Ukraine: 300+ parcels distributed in Kherson despite ongoing conflict.
Tree Planting Initiative Lead by Felician Sisters in Kenya
Collaborative tree planting campaign fosters environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in Embu County
A Reunion of Nursing Pioneers at Madonna University
Madonna University reunion celebrates legacy, diversity, and contributions to the nursing profession.
“Leave Your Hopes and Burdens on the Cross”
At SEEK and NCYC, a wooden cross at the Felician Sisters' booth collects heartfelt prayers from attendees.
Sister Mary Josita Skiba
Sr. Mary Josita Skiba was a Felician Sister for 65 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.