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Vocation Questions and Franciscan Stories

Considering a vocation to Franciscan religious life?

Our Vocations Corner is your first stop for questions and answers.

Visit our Video Gallery to watch real stories about Franciscan life.

 
Come on In

The community at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio is run by the Conventual Franciscan Friars. Many pilgrims visit the basilica for the feast of Mary's Assumption. Find out more here.
 
   
 



 

Franciscan Vocations

 

In three short video interviews, Friar Ian Bremar speaks about various aspects of Franciscan life. To watch the videos, please click on Friar Ian's photo above.

Last week Friars Nader Ata and Nicholas Romeo professed their Solemn Vows at St. Casimir's Parish in Baltimore, Maryland. Click on the above photo

to learn more.

 

What's happening at franciscans.org?

WEST COAST FRANCISCANS CELEBRATE THE 30th

ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR PROVINCE

St. Joseph of Cupertino Province's first minister provincial - Friar Ron Olson - recently reflected on how the province

came into existence.

CONVENTUAL FRANCISCAN APPOINTED

BISHOP OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA

ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION SET FOR OCTOBER 18

Pope Benedict XVI appointed Friar Gregory Hartmayer Bishop of Savannah this summer. Find out more about Bishop Gregory on our webpage, which includes an interview with the newly appointed Bishop as well as his farewell address at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta.

 
Podcasting Ministry
Franciscan Weekly Podcast: Friar Francisco Nahoe points out that obedience to God comes from the heart.

Daily Scripture Reflections: Friar Jude Winkler reminds us to be grateful for God's many gifts in our lives.


Sunday Homily: Friar Canice Connors speaks about what it means to serve others.

 
Blogging Friar

Friar Jude Winkler blogs about flying to Vienna, Austria for a meeting. He describes his impression of the city.
World Missions
The Conventual Franciscans work around the globe to improve the lives of the less fortunate. They also provide pastoral care and do their best to live life the Franciscan way Visit our World Missions page to find out more.
Community Outreach

The Franciscan Church of St. Bonaventure in Toronto, Ontario will hold a number of events during the week of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi.
Faith in Action

FrancisCorps - a franciscan lay volunteer experience. Visit franciscorps.org and discover

St. Francis of Assisi treated the environment with respect and care. He challenges us to do the same today. Come and see how you can make a difference!