"In the poor and suffering , I recognized my Divine Saviour
as clearly as if I had seen Him with my bodily eyes."

Frances Schervier

Today healing continues to be  the mission of the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor. They are called to give witness to the love of God by being instruments of compassion and hope for the community of life. We work primarily in  health care, family and youth ministry, andsocial servicesin Brazil,Italy,Senegal,Philippinesand theUnited States.