Ministries

The Little Sisters’ ministries are diverse but united by a single mission: to reach out to the Poor and Marginalized in the spirit of St. Francis and Mother Kevin

  1. Healthcare Ministry
    • The sisters are widely known for their service in hospitals, health centers, and clinics across Uganda, Kenya, and other regions.
    • They provide medical care, maternal and child health services, HIV/AIDS support, and palliative care, with a special concern for the poor who cannot afford treatment.
    • They also run nursing schools to train healthcare workers.
  2. Education Ministry
    • The congregation has established schools ranging from nursery to tertiary institutions.
    • They focus not only on academic excellence but also on moral, spiritual, and social formation.
    • They empower young people, especially girls, through quality education and life skills.
  3. Pastoral and Spiritual Care
    • The sisters engage in catechesis, parish work, and retreats.
    • They provide spiritual guidance, promote Christian values, and foster vocations.
    • They are often involved in parish ministries like liturgy, choir training, and faith formation of children and youth.
  4. Social and Developmental Work
    • In the spirit of St. Francis, the sisters reach out to the marginalized, orphans, widows, and vulnerable families.
    • They are engaged in social work, women’s empowerment, and development projects to improve livelihoods.
    • They promote justice, peace, and care for creation, following the Franciscan charism.
  5. Care for the Elderly and Vulnerable
    • Many communities run homes for the aged and abandoned, offering love, dignity, and care.
    • They also extend compassionate service to people living with disabilities.

In summary:
The Little Sisters of St. Francis are women of prayer and action, serving in healthcare, education, pastoral care, and social development. Their ministries are practical expressions of the Gospel and the Franciscan spirit of simplicity, humility, and service, bringing hope and healing to countless lives.