MISSIONARY SISTERS OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD - CPS

By Sr. Christine Masivo  From the hills of Mariannhill to the far corners of the world, the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood continue to pour out love and service across generations and continents. In 1885, the seed of a powerful missionary legacy was planted in the heart of South Africa by Father Francis Pfanner , a visionary Trappist monk from Austria. Responding to the spiritual and social needs of the time, he welcomed the first women missionaries from Germany later known as the White Sisters  to Mariannhill, near Durban. This marked the humble but fervent foundation of the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood (CPS) , the first missionary congregation for women established in South Africa. Now, 140 years later, the congregation stands as a vibrant testimony of faith, resilience, and boundless service . Rooted in the Precious Blood of Christ, the Sisters have taken their charism of reconciliation, healing, and compassionate presence to every corner of the wor...

By Sr. Marian Muskulak CPS “This truly is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!” This year, the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood (CPS) joyfully celebrate 100 years of missionary service in the United States. What began humbly in Princeton, New Jersey, where our Sisters first worked alongside the Vincentian Fathers at St. Joseph’s Preparatory College and the Vincentian novitiate in Germantown, has blossomed into a century-long legacy of faith, service, and dedication. Celebrating 100 years of mission in the NAP Province A Century of Service in Education Education has always been at the heart of our mission. From our early years at schools such as Our Lady of Pompeii in Bethlehem, Immaculate Conception, Star of the Sea in Tremont, and Precious Blood Convent Day Care Center, to more recent ministries at La Salle Academy, Holy Name, Central Catholic High School, John Paul II Center for Special Learning, and Alvernia University, CPS Sisters have dedicated ...

  200 Years of Abbot Francis Pfanner Celebration in Langen Austria In 2025, on 21 September, the 200 th anniversary of the birth of Franz (Wendelin) Pfanner (1825–1909) marked a historic era. The visionary missionary and founder whose life of faith and service continues to inspire people across the world. A farmer's son, priest, seeker, Trappist, founder of monasteries and religious orders, missionary and modern apostle to the Gentiles, visionary and adventurer in a habit, obedient rebel, silent prayer The jubilee celebration was held in  Langen, Austria , the birthplace of Abbot Pfanner, where he first opened his eyes to life two centuries ago. The  Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood (CPS)   and the  Missionaries of Mariannhill (CMM)  came together with family descendants, parishioners, and the local community of Langen to honor his legacy in the very village where his journey began. Known for his deep spirituality, courage, and pioneering missio...