What are some of the most important questions Secular Franciscans can ask themselves? Fr. Marek Stybor, OFM Conv., offers thoughts and reflections on our lives as Franciscans at the close of the 2026 Chapter in Wichita, KS.
Felix Rosado, OFS, received the 2026 Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) Award from the Secular Franciscan Order in the United States (OFS-USA) for his work in restorative justice.
Strengthening local fraternities and supporting members in living their Franciscan vocation were central to National Minister Jane DeRose-Bamman’s 2026 State of the Order message, presented Oct. 14 at the OFS-USA Chapter at the Spiritual Life Center.
Much remains to savor as we journey to follow Francis' example of living the Gospel of Jesus, Our Lord. As we prepare to officially remember Francis' passing, let us reflect on our vocation.
The National Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order in the United States welcomes you to a nationwide Zoom event celebrating the 800th anniversary of the transitus of Francis to eternal life.
Fr. Wayne Hellmann, OFM Conv., invited Secular Franciscans to listen deeply to the voices woven throughout the Jubilee Prayer of St. Francis during his presentation at the 21st Quinquennial Congress of the Secular Franciscan Order-USA.
A special moment of grace marked the 21st Quinquennial Congress of the Secular Franciscan Order on Saturday, Aug. 1, as His Excellency, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, joined hundreds of Secular Franciscans gathered in Lexington, Kentucky.
More than 500 Secular Franciscans from across the United States gathered in Lexington, Kentucky, this week for the 21st Quinquennial Congress. The Congress opened with the celebration of the Eucharist by the Most Rev. Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv., Bishop of the Diocese of Lexington. In his homily, Bishop Stowe challenged those gathered to embrace their Franciscan vocation as witnesses of hope in a world marked by division and distrust.
Do you like to entertain? Got talent? Respond to the casting call for a talent show at the Quinquennial in Lexington, KY, July 29-Aug. 2. There are still a few slots available. If interested, send an email to Amy Sperry amysperryofs@gmail.com. See video for details.
The Franciscan Federation will launch the Piazza, a new online community designed to foster connection, collaboration, and charism across the Franciscan world, on June 16.