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CHARISM

“The Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, burning with love, are the strength to bring blessings to oneself, the community, the Church, society and all creation.”

MOTTO

“Let love be the queen, the rule, the spirit and the life of the Congregatio.”

“Day and night they offer their humble and fervent prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, who is present in the Blessed Sacrament. This weapon must not fall. Like incense, our prayers should draw heavenly blessings to the Church and its faithful.”
Mother Maria Clara Pfänder

A BRIEF HISTORY OF FCJM

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History
1860
The primary purpose of the foundation was to address the suffering of the times and the Church, thus the principal
History
1860
From their very foundation, they were known for their deep concern for the orphaned children of Olpe, so much so
History
1862
The complexities related to the sisters’ ministry in the health care area remained unresolved. Therefore, in the spring of 1862,
History
1863
In Salzkotten, the sisters lived and continued their ministry in extreme poverty. Their ministry consisted of the education of orphans,
History
1871
Over a period of time, there was a kulturkampf in Germany, a political conflict that put the Roman Catholic Church
History
2024
In its 164th year of foundation, the Congregation continues to grow in ministry and number of sisters. Living in the
History
2024
To deepen the sisterly relationship and mutual support of all countries, many international programs are organized such as international meetings,
History
1860
Franciscan Sisters, Daughters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (FCJM) was founded by Mother Maria Clara Pfaender on

Seek Rest With God in the Most Holy Sacrament

Mother Maria Clara Pfaender
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PERPETUAL ADORATION

Prayer is the breath of the FCJM sisters’ souls and allows them to experience a deeper intimacy with their Creator. The message of the Foundress of the Congregation, Mother Clara Pfaender to “pray unceasingly before the Blessed Sacrament in perpetual adoration” is a precious quiet time. We replay memories in silence and the depths of our souls are filled with God’s grace. He is the ceaseless power, He is the organizer of all.