Felician Sisters of North America – Volunteers in Mission
Goal of Program: Felician Volunteers in Mission (VIM) is the volunteer program of the Felician Sisters of North America. The program offers formation in the Felician- Franciscan values, spirituality and charism, engagement with Felician Sisters and service to those in need.
The first Felician Sisters arrived in North America in 1874 to minister to immigrant and indigenous families. Pioneers of social services, the Sisters sponsor hospices, schools, childcare centers, hospitals, homeless shelters, food pantries, nursing homes, affordable housing communities and missions in Haiti and Canada. Constantly evolving to meet the needs of the time, they continue to follow God’s will and their Foundress Blessed Mary Angela’s directive to “serve where you are needed.”
Placement Type: Volunteer alongside Felician Sisters to help nurture a safe, welcoming, faith-inspired community that upholds the dignity of every person.
Domestic Volunteer Opportunities
Live in our Volunteer Community — a five-bedroom apartment in Corktown, Detroit, Michigan — for 8 weeks, 4 months, or 10 months while serving in a variety of ministries.
Programs and Areas of Ministry
Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit: Welcome guests, serve daily hot meals, coffee, and refreshments, and offer a ministry of presence through listening, learning about the neighborhood, and identifying additional needs.
Food Pantry: Restock pantry shelves, pick up donations, and assist guests as they select food items.
Literacy Program: Work one-on-one with adults or children to assess and strengthen reading skills.
Community Garden: Dig, plant, weed, harvest, and share — producing fresh vegetables and herbs for the neighborhood.
Art Program: Help facilitate art classes that bring beauty, creativity, and pride to guests’ home