1860

1860

The primary purpose of the foundation was to address the suffering of the times and the Church, thus the principal task of the Sisters of Franciscan Sisters, Daughters of the
1860

1860

From their very foundation, they were known for their deep concern for the orphaned children of Olpe, so much so that they were referred to as the “Orphan Sisters.” The
1862

1862

The complexities related to the sisters’ ministry in the health care area remained unresolved. Therefore, in the spring of 1862, Mother Clara actively searched for another place. Finally, a place
1863

1863

In Salzkotten, the sisters lived and continued their ministry in extreme poverty. Their ministry consisted of the education of orphans, the care of the sick, and teaching in schools. The
1871

1871

Over a period of time, there was a kulturkampf in Germany, a political conflict that put the Roman Catholic Church under state control or a series of rules that had
2024

2024

In its 164th year of foundation, the Congregation continues to grow in ministry and number of sisters. Living in the spirit of the Charism of the Foundress, the ministries are
2024

2024

To deepen the sisterly relationship and mutual support of all countries, many international programs are organized such as international meetings, English courses in the United States, volunteering in Germany, Dutch
1860

1860

Franciscan Sisters, Daughters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (FCJM) was founded by Mother Maria Clara Pfaender on October 30, 1860 in Olpe, Germany. On this date, the