A Community of prayer, concern, caring and loving
service for others was the spirit of Mother Anna Brunner when she founded the
DAUGHTERS OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI in 1892 in Budapest, AustriaHungary. Under
her guidance, a group of young women came together to share in prayer, work and
community life, following the Rule and Spirit of St. Francis.
As the Community grew
in fervor and numbers, it expanded and began a new Province in Romania,
Slovakia, and in 1946, the United States. Today, our Sisters are serving in
Illinois
and Missouri.
LIFE: Through our life of prayer and ministry, the
Daughters of St. Francis of Assisi, carry on the mission of Christ in the world,
through caring for the sick, aged, and youth in hospital, nursing home, CCD
class, and social work.
As Franciscans, our Sisters have dedicated
themselves to the service of God, joining the Spirit of love of the Gospel, joy,
humility, simplicity and poverty. Holy Mass and the Divine Office are celebrated
daily within the Community.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRANCE
-Young women desiring to
respond to Christ's call- "Come Follow Me" -are welcome into our
Community. They are asked to be:
- Free to enter religious life
- Have a desire to live a spiritual life of
dedication
- Good mental and physical health
- Ability to fulfill
the duties of a Franciscan religious
- A high school
diploma
FORMATION - The Formation Program consists of a
one year Postulancy, two year Novitiate, and four to five years of Temporary
Vows. Under the guidance of the formation team, the new religious grows in a
deeper understanding and appreciation of her vocation, the vows, the Christlife,
and the Franciscan spirit. The Formation Program is to assist the young
religious to grow in a personal love for Christ and a deepening sense of
Christian Community.
Visit their website:
www.laconfranciscans.org
