Missionary Franciscan Sisters

of the Immaculate Conception

Health Ministry

“Franciscans and healthcare have always been intimately connected. Care of the sick, especially those who are most vulnerable can be considered among the basic charisms of our Franciscan Movement.”

Franciscan and Healthcare: Our Heritage. Dominic Monti, OFM. Franciscan and healthcare: Facing the Future: The Franciscan Institute. St. Bonaventure University 2001. P. 3

Many of our Missionary Franciscan Sisters continue this ministry to the sick and vulnerable.

  • Healthcare Ministry in Papua New Guinea

    In keeping with our Franciscan tradition and the MFIC commitment to care for the poor and vulnerable, our sisters in Papua New Guinea continue to minister to the sick.  Sr. Clara Vaula works at the clinic at Kunjingini Wasara.  In her ministry Sr. Clara uses her skills as a nurse and shares her appreciation for *read more*