FRANCISCAN SISTER OF CHRISTIAN CHARITY
Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity – Sister Mary Galilea of the Resurrection, O.S.F.
Founders: Reverend Joseph Fessler Mother Maria Gabriela (Teresa Gramlich)
Places: St. Nazianz, (“Little Nazareth”) Wisconsin originally; Manitowoc, Wisconsin presently
Years: 1866 A.D. (St. Nazianz); 1869 A.D. (Manitowoc)
Her Charism: With a generous heart this Sister responds to God’s call inspired by St. Francis of Assisi’s Gospel way of life. She strives to live Gospel values in simplicity built on faith in a loving God, a joyful acceptance of poverty, love for the Church, and selfless dedication to the service of others. Her religious profession is deeply rooted in her baptismal consecration and is a fuller expression of it. Centered on the Eucharist, her ministry is to teach, to heal, and to love as Jesus did with a spirit of gentleness, reverence, and hospitality for all.