A Jubilee Invitation: Reflecting on “Sister Death—Gate of Life”
The Franciscan University of Steubenville will host an academic conference in honor of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi. Secular Franciscans are invited to attend.
Celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi with a Pilgrimage
All members of Franciscan religious orders and the faithful can obtain plenary indulgences for visiting any conventional Franciscan church or place. of worship anywhere in the world dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi. A searchable list of sites operated by Franciscan friars is available as well as other resources that can be used to learn more about St. Francis. See the special Jubilee page.
Personal Experiences from the Opening of the 8th Centenary of the Transitus of St. Francis
Kathy Vore, OFS, minister of the San Damiano Fraternity, in Ruskin, FL, shares her experience at the opening of the 8th Centenary of the Transitus in Assisi, Italy.
New article highlights lives of those lay religious groups
In a recent article, the St. Louis Review offers insight into the lives and thoughts of those living the secular life and how they profess their charisms in daily life.
Subscribe for updates on Franciscan events
All members of the Franciscan family are invited to subscribe to CIOFS e-newsletter and be informed of the events planned to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the transitus of St. Francis of Assisi as well as other news.
Call to Franciscan Accompaniment
Emphasizing justice, unity, and solidarity, a Call to Franciscan Accompaniment invites fraternities to assess community needs, support immigration reform, and accompany those who are suffering with visible, compassionate service.
Enduring in Peace
The first time I heard about Father Louis Vitale, OFM, was when he joined the protests at Fort Benning’s infamous School of the Americas.
Embracing All Brothers and Sisters: Building an Accessible Franciscan Community
Accessibility Committee members will share experiences and guidance as professed seculars on the benefits of accommodating their and others’ OFS journeys.
Recording of the Canticle of the Creatures Presentation is Available
The Zoom recording of the Canticle of the Creatures presentation is now available to view.
Carolyn Townes, OFS, Honored with JPIC Award at National Chapter Gathering
"We try so hard to steer clear of anything that smacks of pain and suffering, although we are a nation in pain with tremendous suffering. We are brokenhearted. But the Psalmist tells us that God is close to the broken-hearted," Carolyn said in her JPIC award speech.