The Franciscan Missionaries of Mary is an international congregation of women religious founded in India in 1877 by Mother Mary of the Passion. They were the first missionary community of women to be founded by a woman and dedicated to universal mission.
For Mary of the Passion, the witness of sisters from different cultures and nations living together in community was an expression of the universality of the Church.
Our mission today is reflected in many diverse works that witness to Gospel values, with a commitment to justice, peace and the integrity of creation. We are present in 75 countries throughout the world. Here we would like to share with you what makes us live in hope and joy inspired by the simplicity of St. Francis of Assisi