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Brazil
In 1960, five members of the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor
arrived in Brazil at the request of Pope John XXIII and
began their mission in Pires di Rio. Since then, the
Sisters have expanded their ministries throughout Brazil and
currently have more than 10 comprehensive programs working
to provide direct service and immediate relief to those in
need.
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Italy
The Franciscan Sisters of the Poor have been serving in
Italy for over 60 years (since 1947). For over half a
century, they have upheld and furthered the mission of
caring for the poor and needy — those who have been
neglected and ignored by greater society. Today, the
Sisters have over 10 different programs in a multitude of
areas and locations.
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Senegal
The Sisters established their first
community in Senegal in 1978, at the invitation of Bishop
Adrien Theodor Saar. The Sisters quickly opened clinics and
began serving the many medical needs of the community.
Today, the Sisters have established educational programs
such as a kindergarten and elementary school, as well as
health clinics.
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United
States
A small group of Sisters came to the United States from
Germany in 1858 to minister to the poor and sick. Today,
the United States is the headquarters for the Franciscan
Sisters of the Poor and the FSP Foundation. Sisters in the
United States work in a variety of different ministries.
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