Franciscan Formation – Inspirations
Introduction
Dear Friars
I would like to share some reflections with you on various topics related to Franciscan formation.
Sometimes we read something that we may or...
The Mission of St. Francis of Assisi and the First Friars
This is the final article of the series on the Mission of St. Francis of Assisi and the First Friars.
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Second Annual Course for Formators on Franciscan Spirituality
St. Francis suffered when his friars claimed they admired him but knew they were not following him perfectly. We can say the same thing...
The Mission of St. Francis of Assisi and the First Friars
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The Mission of St. Francis of Assisi and the First Friars
10. A Missionary Orientation of Life
Although the Seraphic Father’ s first attempts to preach the Gospel to non-believers might have been unsuccessful, the “orientation...
Germany: OFS Visits and National Chapter
On October 6-8, Ana FRUK, a member of the International Council of the Secular Franciscan Order (CIOFS ) made a fraternal visit to the...