Margret, the nun, departs from Stuttgart to aid the homeless population
In the heart of Stuttgart, the "Franziskusstube" drop-in centre at Paulinenbrücke, a beacon of hope for the city's homeless, is set to close by the end of the month. For over two decades, the centre has been run by Sister Margret, a nun with a heart for the less fortunate.
Sister Margret, a member of the church, has faced criticism and praise alike for her efforts to help those in need. She has been a street worker in Stuttgart, offering food, clothing, first aid, and spiritual guidance to the city's homeless population since 1997.
However, Sister Margret has expressed her discontent with the decisions regarding the future of the "Franziskusstube" rooms, which were made without her input. She is particularly concerned about who will take over her work at the homeless facility.
Throughout her tenure, Sister Margret has shown no tolerance for unruly behaviour, expelling individuals who disrupt the peace of the centre. She has also acknowledged the reality of homelessness, acknowledging that some people use the services even though they don't truly need them.
One regular at the "Franziskusstube" is Edoardo Aguello, a 59-year-old homeless man who refers to himself as a "customer" of Sister Margret. He is not the only individual who has spent time at the centre. There are others, including two trained lawyers, a former athlete, and a former volunteer worker who became a doctor and provided medical care to other needy individuals at the café.
The Catholic City Deanery plans to renovate the rooms at Paulinenstraße by the end of the year. After renovation, the rooms could be used again from the beginning of 2026, but not exclusively for homeless people. The Deanery assures that they will maintain a visible church presence at the site, including crosses and Christian symbols.
As Sister Margret prepares to return to the Sießen Convent near Bad Saulgau, she expresses her concerns about the removal of religious symbols from the "Franziskusstube" rooms. She hopes that her ideas about the future of the rooms will be considered, as she understands that she will eventually have to leave Stuttgart due to her age.
The "Franziskusstube" will be missed by many in Stuttgart, but Sister Margret's legacy of helping the city's homeless will live on. She is an institution in the city, providing support and hope to those in need.
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