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By God's grace, the Ursuline Franciscan Congregation, founded in Mangalore, Karnataka, has grown beyond borders and continues its mission across the world through diverse apostolic ministries. Discover our identity, heritage, and mission as you journey through these pages. Know us better, be inspired and share in our vision of love and service.

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NORTH EAST PROVINCE -GOLDEN JUBILEE GIFT COMES TO FRUITION: HOUSE INAUGURATED

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1 June 2026

NORTH EAST PROVINCE -GOLDEN JUBILEE GIFT COMES TO FRUITION: HOUSE INAUGURATED

As part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Northeast Province, financial assistance was earlier extended to a deserving family as a Jubilee gift. Today, we are happy to share that the house, built with that support, has been successfully completed and inaugurated.

North East Province

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AFRICAN REGION- SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF SR NIRMALA RODRIGUES

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10 May 2026

AFRICAN REGION- SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF SR NIRMALA RODRIGUES

With hearts full of gratitude and joy, the Ursuline Franciscan Sisters of African Region celebrated the Silver Jubilee of Sr Nirmala Rodrigues on 10th May 2026, marking 25 years of faithful religious life and dedicated service to God and His people. Sr Nirmala has been a true witness of prayer, humility, simplicity, and loving service. In a special way, we gratefully acknowledge her pioneering missionary service in the African Region for the past 22 years, where she continues to touch many lives through her commitment, compassion, and leadership.

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TEMPORARY PROFESSION AND PERPETUAL PROFESSION -NORTH EAST PROVINCE

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30 April 2026

TEMPORARY PROFESSION AND PERPETUAL PROFESSION -NORTH EAST PROVINCE

The Congregation of Ursuline Franciscan Sisters of the North East Province marked their Profession Day with a joyous celebration at Assisi Higher Sec. School, Dimapur on 31st April. Centered on the theme “Consecrated to Love and Serve,” the event reflected the Sisters’ commitment to their vocation of faith and service.

North East Province

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21 April 2026

PERPETUAL PROFESSION -2026

The Congregation of Ursuline Franciscan Sisters rejoiced in the celebration of the Perpetual Profession of six Sisters on Tuesday, April 21st, 2026, at St Joseph Church, Jeppu, Mangalore.

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SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF SR ELIZABETH AND SR ROSEMARY

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20 April 2026

SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF SR ELIZABETH AND SR ROSEMARY

The Silver Jubilee of religious profession of Sr Elizabeth Iniappanavar and Sr Rosemary Yanthan was joyfully and grandly celebrated in in Tabor UFC Provincialate, Dimapur, on 20th April 2026, marking twenty-five years of grace, fidelity, and generous self-giving in the Ursuline Franciscan Congregation and in the service of the Church.

North East Province

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MYSORE PROVINCE CELEBRATES GOLDEN AND SILVER JUBILEE OF THE RELIGIOUS PROFESSION OF NINE SISTERS

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12 April 2026

MYSORE PROVINCE CELEBRATES GOLDEN AND SILVER JUBILEE OF THE RELIGIOUS PROFESSION OF NINE SISTERS

The Golden and Silver Jubilee Celebration of the Religious Profession of Ursuline Franciscan Sisters of Mysore Province was joyfully held on 12th April at Maria Niketan, Bogadi. The occasion marked a significant milestone in the lives of our Sisters, celebrating years of faithful commitment, dedicated service and deep-rooted love for their vocation.

Mysore Province

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URSULINE FRANCISCAN CONGREGATION, MANGALORE PROVINCE CELEBRATES GOLDEN AND SILVER JUBILEE OF NINE SISTERS

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11 April 2026

URSULINE FRANCISCAN CONGREGATION, MANGALORE PROVINCE CELEBRATES GOLDEN AND SILVER JUBILEE OF NINE SISTERS

The Ursuline Franciscan Congregation, Mangalore Province solemnly celebrated the Golden and Silver Jubilee of religious profession of nine Sisters on 11th April 2026 at Assisi Central School Auditorium, Derlakatte. The Golden Jubilarians were Sr Laureen Cutinha, Sr Rosy D’Souza, Sr Stella D’Souza, and Sr Violet Sequeira, while the Silver Jubilarians were Sr Anitha Rodrigues, Sr Laveena D’Souza, Sr Leena D’Souza, Sr Rita D’Souza, and Sr Wilma D Almeida.

Mangalore Province

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TEMPORARY PROFESSION CEREMONY HELD AT SOMARPANN NOVITIATE, DERLAKATTE

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9 April 2026

TEMPORARY PROFESSION CEREMONY HELD AT SOMARPANN NOVITIATE, DERLAKATTE

Five novices made their Temporary Profession at Somarpann Novitiate, Derlakatte, in a solemn and grace-filled ceremony held on April 9, 2026.The Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr Henry D’Souza, OFM Cap., Novice Master of Fidelis Friary, Farangipet, along with other oncelebrants. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the lives of the young Sisters who committed themselves to religious life.

Generalate

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GOLDEN JUBILEE OF RELIGIOUS PROFESSION: SR TRECILLA DIAS UFS CELEBRATED AT HOLY ROSARY CONVENT, JEPPU, MANGALORE

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8 April 2026

GOLDEN JUBILEE OF RELIGIOUS PROFESSION: SR TRECILLA DIAS UFS CELEBRATED AT HOLY ROSARY CONVENT, JEPPU, MANGALORE

April 8, 2026 – The Holy Rosary Convent, Jeppu, was filled with joy and gratitude as the Central Delegation of the Ursuline Franciscan Congregation celebrated the Golden Jubilee of Religious Profession of Sr Trecilla Dias UFS.

Central Delegation

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION AT MAJEVU, TANZANIA

Apostolate

7 March 2026

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION AT MAJEVU, TANZANIA

International Women’s Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Majevu on 7th March. The program was organized by Assisi Social Work Centre and was attended by 128 women from the village and surrounding self-help groups. The celebration aimed to recognize the strength, dignity, and contributions of women in the community.

Social Development Social Action Centres

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Message from the Superior General

Walking in Faith,
Serving with Love

“We, the Ursuline Franciscan Sisters, belong to a religious institute of Pontifical Right called Ursuline Franciscan Congregation, dedicated to apostol…”
“We, the Ursuline Franciscan Sisters, belong to a religious institute of Pontifical Right called Ursuline Franciscan Congregation, dedicated to apostolic works, following the Rule and Life of the Brothers and Sisters of the Third Order Regular of St Francis of Assisi. It was founded on April 10, 1887, Easter Sunday by Fr Urban Stein SJ, the then Parish Priest of Rosario Cathedral, Mangalore. The motto of the Congregation is ‘Pro Amore Dei’ (For the Love of God). This Motto is the heritage received by the members of the Company of St Ursula, from St Angela Merici. In the first Legacy she writes – Firstly, then, dearest Mothers and Sisters in Jesus Christ, try with the help of God to acquire and maintain within you such an attitude of mind and heart that in your task of governing, you act solely for the love of God and zeal for the salvation of souls.”
— Sr Milly Fernandes

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