About Us
The Catechist Sisters of Mary Immaculate Help of Christians (SMI) were founded on December 12, 1948, in Krishnagar, India, by Bishop Louis LaRavoire Morrow, who was inspired by his “burning thirst for souls.” Since then, the congregation has grown into a vibrant community of women religious dedicated to serving God through faith, compassion, and selfless service.
Founded in 1948 with the motto “To love God and help others to love God.”
Reaching communities through catechesis, home visits, and village outreach.
Managing schools, dispensaries, hospitals, and literacy programs.
Supporting women, youth, and marginalized groups through upliftment projects.
Years of Existence
What began in Krishnagar, India, in 1948 has grown into a worldwide mission. Guided by the motto “To love God and help others to love God,” the Sisters of Mary Immaculate have carried their work of faith and service far beyond their birthplace.
Today, the congregation is present in India, Africa, Europe, and the U.S.A., where the sisters continue to serve through education, healthcare, pastoral care, and social empowerment. Wherever they go, their mission remains the same: to spread God’s love through compassionate action.
Our History
The Catechist Sisters of Mary Immaculate Help of Christians (SMI) were founded on December 12, 1948, in Krishnagar, India, by Bishop Louis LaRavoire Morrow, S.D.B. Inspired by his “burning thirst for souls,” Bishop Morrow envisioned a congregation of women religious who would dedicate their lives to spreading God’s love through catechesis, service, and compassionate outreach.
From the very beginning, the SMI sisters committed themselves to pastoral care, education, and healthcare, reaching out especially to the poor, the sick, and the marginalized. With deep faith and dedication, they opened schools, dispensaries, and centers for social development, helping to uplift communities and strengthen the Church’s mission.
Over the decades, the congregation grew beyond its humble beginnings in Krishnagar. Today, the SMI sisters are present not only across India but also in Africa, Europe, and the United States, carrying forward their mission of love, service, and evangelization.
What started as a small seed of faith in 1948 has now blossomed into a global mission, touching countless lives through the guiding motto:
“To love God and help others to love God.”
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