Blessings Expressions of Faith
Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity
Item No.: SP079
History
The Congregation of Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity is an American Foundation. In 1866 Rev. Joseph Fessler felt it imperative to begin a parish school for the many immigrants settling around St. Nazianz, Wisconsin. A local girl, Teresa Gramlich (later Mother Gabriel), offered her services and was soon joined by three other girls. After a year of teaching they decided to live together and, under the guidance of Father Fessler, formed a religious congregation dedicated to the ideals of St. Francis.Purpose
The aim of the Congregation is the glory of God and the salvation of souls through work in the parish schools, in hospitals, homes for the aged, and Indian missions.Training
As postulants they devote one year to spiritual and scholastic training at Holy Family College while preparing themselves for the novitiate. The sisters make simple vows annually for five years and then vows for life. During this time their professional training is continued.Qualifications
• Age: not over 30.
• Completion of high school.Habit
The sisters wear a black habit, scapular, and veil, a white collar, coif, and wimple, a Franciscan rosary, and a cincture.
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