Blessings Expressions of Faith
Felician Sisters O.S.F. (Nursing Habit)
Item No.: SP073NR
History
The Felician Sisters, who were founded by Mother Sophia Truszkowski in 1855, trace their origin to Warsaw, Poland, where the Foundress rented a few garrett rooms in which she established a sanctuary for the poor and destitute of the city. Here Mother Sophia founded a religious community under the rule of the Third Order of St. Francis. The Congregation which spread rapidly through-out the world, came to the United States in 1874, when a band of five Sisters, in response to a request
by Father Joseph Dabrowski, arrived in Polonia, Wisconsin.Purpose
The purpose of the congregation was twofold: first, the glory of God and sanctification of its members through the observance of the three vows of religion; secondly, the salvation of souls through the education of youth from kindergarten to college, including mentally disabled children and the deaf, and charitable works in orphanages, hospitals, and homes for the aged.Training
The twelve month postulancy is followed by a one year novitiate. Tempory vows are made for six years, after which final vows are pronounced.Qualifications
• Age: 15 to 30.
• Eighth grade graduates, who are accepted, are admitted into the Juvenate where they receive their high school education.
• Completion of high school or college.
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