Franciscan Missionaries of Christ the King
- Franciscan Missionaries of Christ the King
The Franciscan Missionaries of Christ the King (FMCK) is a Roman Catholic religious congregation for women that originated in Pakistan and founded schools, orphanages, homes for the aged and disabled and hospitals throughout the country. [Not to be confused with the Franciscan Sisters of Christ the King from USA] [cite web |title = Franciscan Sisters of Christ the King | url= http://www.papastronsay.com/franciscan_sisters.htm] .
The order was founded in 1937 by Mother Bridget Sequeira in Karachi. [cite web |title = Founders Goan Origin | url= http://www.goacom.org/saligao_tinto/articles/church.htm#home1] It’s mother house is located in Karachi.
Due to the increasing numbers and apostolates spread through various parts in India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, a need was felt to decentralize the administration for better efficiency and organization. During the 10th General Chapter, the Congregationdn decided to have two provinces -- Province of St Francis of Assisi in Pakistan and St Clare's Province in India. The Province in India consists of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman, Archdiocese of Mumbai, Dioceses of Vasai and Pune. The Sisters are engaged in educational, pastoral, health and social work. Concern for the rights of the poor will be their main thrust.
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