Pray for Q 2022
Check out our special prayer cards and join in praying for the success of the 2022 Q. These colorful cards can be downloaded, printed and shared. Find them here.
2022 Quinquennial Congress is coming
Calling all Secular Franciscans and Friends to our 2022 Quinquennial Congress. The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Secular Franciscan Order in the United States is pleased to announce registration for the 2022 Quinquennial Congress will open on August 1, 2021. The event is scheduled for August 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona.
2021 NAFRA Chapter and National Elections
The OFS-USA National Fraternity Council has agreed that we need to meet virtually for the 2021 NAFRA Chapter, scheduled for October 26-31, 2021. Given the decision to hold the Chapter virtually, National Elections needed to be rescheduled.
FRATERNITY LIFE – FRATERNITY AND ITS BEGINNING
Welcome! Beginning a new fraternity is a great and rewarding task. ... Follow St. Francis’ advice to his brothers. “Pursue what you should desire above all else, namely, to have the Spirit of God and God’s grace working in you…” (cf. Earlier Rule XVII*). When you come right down to it, all the attitudes and techniques in the world are insufficient to form a genuine ecclesial community. The Holy Spirit is the one who breathes life into your fraternity, who molds you and brings you together as one.
Calling All Early birds!
Do you consider yourself an “Early Bird” or want to be considered one? If so, it’s time to register for the Q. OFS-USA 20th Quinquennial Congress “JUBILEE” (regfox.com). It may be a good time to call the hotel to make your […] |
Registration is open for the 2022 Quinquennial Congress
Do you consider yourself an “Early Bird” or want to be considered one? If so, it’s time to register for the OFS-USA 20th Quinquennial Congress.
National Minister’s Message: Chosen for Each Other
When Mike and Michelle moved in across the street two years ago, I welcomed them to the neighborhood. Since then, we take time to chat when we see each other outside. Last fall, when I was diagnosed with cancer, I let my neighbors know that I would be away a few weeks, as I would be recovering from surgery at my son’s house.
Read about speakers for Q
What does a university professor, a Bishop, two married couples and a married woman have in common? They are all keynote speakers at the 2022 Q, August 3 – 7, 2022, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Q Event Schedule Available
Just a day before registration begins for the 2022 Q. If you are still on the fence about deciding whether you will attend the Q, perhaps checking out the daily Schedule of Events will convince you that won’t want to miss it.
Q is coming
Don’t keep it a secret! The 2022 Quinquennial Congress will be a time to celebrate and renew our Franciscan calling.