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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)
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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

The fast-paced and noisy nature of much of life seems to leave us with a desire for something deeper, calmer and more subtle. We intuitively sense that there is more to life than the surface busyness, and we long to access that which provides meaning and purpose to the outward activity. I regularly give workshops on theme of discernment; teaching some basic principles, and giving an opportunity for people to deepen their own understanding of the ways in which we can be in touch with the presence and action of God in our everyday lives, and in the decisions and choices we face....

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A thirst for discernment

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The fast-paced and noisy nature of much of life seems to leave us with a desire for something deeper, calmer and more subtle. We intuitively sense that there is more to life than the surface busyne…
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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

FCJ Sisters in Indonesia, are celebrating twenty years of presence in the Archdiocese of Ende, in the island of Flores. One of the events to mark the anniversary has been a workshop to encourage people to care for the earth, our shared home. Participants learned to make eco-friendly soap from used cooking oil waste led by the now expert hands of Sisters Meita and Tyas fcJ

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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

A fun evening with products from our very urban garden in London at FCJ Centre for Spirituality and EcoJustice. ... See MoreSee Less

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Laurel Hill Coláiste FCJ students are getting ready for the school's 90th anniversary.

These four transition year students prepared commemorative pins and a special prayer for each student at a special service led by Sr Geraldine FCJ to kick off the 90th anniversary celebrations today. Congratulations! ... See MoreSee Less

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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

Lots of activities being planned for Advent by our sisters around the world, online or in person: retreats, talks, events for young adults, workshops and helps for prayer, community outreach, volunteering...

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Events - Faithful Companions of Jesus

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Find out about upcoming events organised by FCJ Sisters and institutions around the world.
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Prayer for all young people participating in Adoremus at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral this Saturday.

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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

As a vocations director for a religious congregation in Europe I often get asked whether there are still people interested in the vocation to religious life. The simple answer is YES , but it is also true that both the question and answer are more nuanced in reality. CERTAINLY I believe that God is still calling women and men to live their vocation in religious life....

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God is still calling

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As a vocations director for a religious congregation in Europe I often get asked whether there are still people interested in the vocation to religious life. The simple answer is YES , but it is al…
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'We’ve had a huge impact on the face of Limerick': City school to mark nine decades of teaching

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The celebration will take place on November 8, beginning with a special Mass celebrated by Bishop Brendan Leahy
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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

A big thank you to Fr Manny Domingo sdb for their support of our Camino Companions project to welcome English-speaking pilgrims in Santiago de Compostela. And lots of gratitude too to all our volunteers, without whom the project would be impossible, and to the staff at the Oficina de Acogida al Peregrino ... See MoreSee Less

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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

From 17th - 27th October 2025, delegates from across the FCJ Society gathered in Godalming, Surrey for the General Chapter. Prior to the meeting the delegates had entered into a time of retreat together, helping to deepen the bonds between them and form the group as a discerning body, open to the movement of God's Spirit among them. The outcomes from this important meeting will be promulgated in the coming months, but you can find out more about the process, content, and elections by following the link to the FCJ Website: …...

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FCJ General Chapter 2025

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From 17th – 27th October 2025, delegates from across the FCJ Society gathered in Godalming, Surrey for the General Chapter. Prior to the meeting the delegates had entered into a time of retre…
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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

Having elected Sr Patricia Binchy, fcJ as General Superior, our General Chapter elected the three members of the General Council: Sisters Afra Primadiana, Clare Hand and Judith Routier.

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The Chapter Elects a General Council - Faithful Companions of Jesus

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The General Chapter has elected three General Assistants, who with the General Superior, will form a new General Council.
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We are delighted to share the news that Sr Patricia Binchy, fcJ has been elected our General Superior. Read more about her: ... See MoreSee Less

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A New General Superior for the Faithful Companions of Jesus - Faithful Companions of Jesus

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The Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus, are delighted to share the news that Sr Patricia Binchy, fcJ has been elected General Superior!
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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

The General Chapter spent a very fruitful Monday morning with International Coordinators of the FCJ Companions in Mission Sue Cawley and Lisa Gilead. They shared on their experience of the evolution and growth of the Companions in Mission since the last General Chapter. ... See MoreSee Less

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The Golden Thread that Unites Us - Faithful Companions of Jesus

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The Chapter spent a very fruitful Monday morning with Sue Cawley and Lisa Gilead, Companions in Mission, ...
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Some photos of the participants from various Areas of the FCJ Society attending the General Chapter. Please continue praying for us. ... See MoreSee Less

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Who Are the Capitulars? - Faithful Companions of Jesus

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See the group photos of the FCJ General Chapter delegates and ex-officio members.
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Marie Madeleine D'Houët (Foundress of the FCJ Sisters)

Yesterday, October 17, we FCJ Sisters celebrated the formal opening of our General Chapter at Franciscan Centre Ladywell after a weeklong silent retreat. You can find out more about the Chapter on our website (link below).

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General Chapter: The First Day - Faithful Companions of Jesus

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Capitulars at the FCJ General Chapter celebrated its formal opening on 17 October.
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