About Us

The Little Sisters of the Poor are an international congregation, founded in 1839 by Saint Jeanne Jugan. We welcome into our Homes the elderly poor, abandoned and destitute, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, providing them with basic necessities of food, clothing, shelter and medical relief, accompanying them with love and devotion till the end of their lives. We serve the elderly poor as our unique mission in over 32 countries around the world with the collaboration of Associates Jeanne Jugan, Salaried Personnel, Volunteers, Friends and Benefactors.

Charism

"We, the Little Sisters of the Poor are consecrated to God and dedicated to the service of the elderly poor which is sealed by our vow of hospitality. Trust in divine Providence and collecting are at the heart of the charism of Saint Jeanne Jugan, of her spirit and of her mission."

Saint Jeanne Jugan - Foundress

Jeanne Jugan, also known as Sister Mary of the Cross, was a French woman who became known for the dedication of her life to the neediest of the elderly poor. Her service resulted in the establishment of the Little Sisters of the Poor, who care for the elderly who have no other resources throughout the world. She has been declared a saint by the Catholic Church.

ISSAC JOHAN

Touching Testimony of Issac Johan

Issac Johan was born thanks to the intercession of Saint Jeanne Jugan. Issac Johan gives his testimony.

Let me introduce myself: I am Isaac Johan, 19 yrs. old, studying 2nd Year BCA at St. Joseph’s University, Bangalore.

My mother is Christabelle Rani and my father is Thomas Kennedy Babu.They were married in June 1997 at St. Mary’s Basilica, Shivajinagar, Bangalore.They longed for a child and as days passed into months and months into years their hopes for one did not diminish. But, my mother faced a lot of criticism, sometimes hurtful remarks and at times her presence was seen as taboo at certain ceremonies e.g. baby showers. Nevertheless both my parents did not give up on the power of prayer neither of them gave up on divine intervention.

It so happened that my uncle Mr. Gilbert Merino who was working in an NGO as executive from Aircel met a Little Sister and spoke to her about my mother’s distress at not being able to conceive. Sister listened and handed him 2 medals of St. Jeanne Jugan together with a prayer card that they should pray everyday. They prayed and they also wore the medal the Little Sister had given.

On the eleventh day the miracle happened. My mother conceived and they attributed this to St. Jeanne Jugan. I was born on the 31st. August the day following Jeanne Jugan’s feast day and during the novena to Our Lady

My grandmother Angel Vimala, wanted me named after Jugan so my mother chose the name Isaac ( the child of God’s promise fulfilled to Abraham & Sarah in their old age) and Johan, after Jeanne Jugan.

I am happy to give this testimony and make the hidden St. Jeanne Jugan known.

Issac Johan

Dated 3-3-2025

Prayer to Saint Jeanne Jugan

Jesus, you rejoiced and praised your Father for having revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven. We thank you for the graces granted to your humble servant, Saint Jeanne Jugan, to whom we confide our petitions and needs. (pause to voice your personal needs and intentions) Father of the poor, you have never refused the prayer of the lowly. We ask you, therefore, to hear the petitions that she presents to you on our behalf. Jesus, through Mary, your Mother and ours, we ask this of you, who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit now and forever. Amen.

Saint Jeanne Jugan, Pray for us.