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Helping Young People Find Hope

I’m writing this article in the wake of another school shooting, this time in Wisconsin. On the morning after, I heard one young woman outside of Mass say to her mom, “I thought we were supposed to ‘Do what’s right and just.’” Her mom simply put an arm around her shoulders and continued walking to their car. I didn’t hear her response, but said a quick prayer that the mother would know what words would comfort her daughter and give her hope.

2025-04-24T15:26:19-04:00April 28th, 2025|Categories: From the Newsletter, FYYA|0 Comments

JPIC: Sharing the Joy and the Hope

We can probably agree that “the Church’s best kept secret” is not the most desirable nickname for the Secular Franciscan Order. As a regional vice minister, I was asked to initiate a “vocations ministry” a few years ago. This resulted in a handbook which referenced the national Vocations Toolkit along with best practices from around St. Elizabeth of Hungary region.

2025-04-14T10:46:10-04:00April 21st, 2025|Categories: From the Newsletter, JPIC|0 Comments

Jubilee Year of Hope: Not To Lose Heart

A Jubilee Year is a particular year in the life of the Church to encourage the faithful to deepen their spiritual life, repenting their sins, and forgiving the sins of others—the full expression of the mercy of God. In a letter announcing the Jubilee Year of Hope, Pope Francis stated, “As pilgrims of hope, we must fan the flame of hope that has been given us and help everyone to gain new strength and certainty by looking to the future with an open spirit, a trusting heart and far-sighted vision.” ...

2025-03-24T20:01:07-04:00March 31st, 2025|Categories: CNSA, From the Newsletter|0 Comments

Are you filled with hope?

It’s the beginning of 2025, and we are in the Jubilee Year of Hope. “Pilgrims of hope” is the theme. We are people of hope – never despairing. That is great news, and it is worth sharing. ... Over the years, we have come to learn that the seeds we plant do not sprout immediately. We may not see results until months down the road, however we must sow seeds now to reap a harvest later. ...

2025-03-18T17:38:58-04:00March 24th, 2025|Categories: From the Newsletter, Minister’s Message|0 Comments

Regional Roundup

In TAU-USA issue #113, five of the 30 Regions are highlighted. La Verna region, Our Lady of the Angels Region, Tau Cross Region, Our Lady of Guadalupe – Empress of the Americas Region, Santa Maria de las Montanas Region (Saint Mary of the Mountains Region)

2025-03-05T10:52:56-05:00March 10th, 2025|Categories: From the Newsletter|0 Comments

Servant Leadership in YouFra

One charism that defines the spirituality of a Secular Franciscan is that of servant leadership. Our spirituality is based on journeying together as a community of love – a fraternity. To be a leader is to guide and animate the fraternity with hope and joy; to assume responsibility and hold authority, but not power; and to have a collegial relationship with those we serve, always inviting others to share their gifts, talents, and ideas. ...

2025-02-19T13:23:54-05:00February 24th, 2025|Categories: From the Newsletter, FYYA|0 Comments
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