Tag: Pope Francis
Pope Francis to us Franciscans: Our Charism Is Always Relevant!
On April 23, 2025, the world paused to bid farewell to the pontiff. His body arrived in St. Peter’s Square that morning, where thousands...
My Memories of Pope Francis
Speaking from the depths of my heart, I wish to honor Jorge Mario BERGOGLIO who became Pope Francis by means of a conclave and...
In memory of the Holy Father Pope Francis
Cari fratelli e sorelle, Pace e bene a tutti i fratelli e le sorelle della Famiglia Francescana!
Nel momento in cui il nostro amato Papa Francesco ci ha lasciato, sentiamo l'urgenza di riflettere sul significato profondo che la sua presenza ha avuto per noi, figli e figlie di San Francesco d'Assisi. Non è stato casuale che Jorge Mario Bergoglio abbia scelto il nome del Poverello d'Assisi per il suo pontificato: questa scelta rivelava già dall'inizio un programma di vita e di missione che ha seguito con coerenza fino alla fine dei suoi giorni.
Pope Francis Has Returned to the House of the Father
Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God.
Papal Audience for JPIC
On January 30, 2025, Pope Francis received a small delegation representing the Laudato Si’ Movement, the Union of Superiors General, the International Union of...
Vatican: Friars of the Vatican Penitentiary Meet Pope Francis
On October 24, 2024, in recognition of the Conventual Franciscans’ 250th anniversary of service as penitentiaries at St. Peter’s Basilica, our friars were welcomed...
The Challenge of Synodality for the Mission
On June 13, 2024, the annual meeting with the Moderators of the International Associations of the Faithful, Ecclesial Movements and New Communities took place...
Rome: Pastoral Care and Material Support from the Chaplains at Regina...
Pastoral care and material support are the two activities performed by the chaplain friars at the Regina Coeli Prison in Rome. The friars have...
Letter from Pope Francis to the Members of the Franciscan Family
TO THE MEMBERS
OF THE FRANCISCAN FAMILY
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
It is with joy in my heart that I wish to send you my best wishes...
Rome: Youth from Communità Frontiera of Bari Given Audience with the...
On Saturday, October 22, 2022, many members of the public association “Communità Frontiera” were received in audience by Pope Francis in the Clementine...
Kolbe Exhibit in Carini During Gathering of M.I. of Sicily
On February 14, 2026, an exhibition recounting the life, activities, and heroic sacrifice of the martyr from Poland was inaugurated and blessed at the...
Portugal: Delegation Retreat: “The World as Our Cloister”
On February 8-12, 2026, the eleven friars of the Provincial Delegation in Portugal gathered in Fátima, Portugal, for their annual retreat. Friars from the...
Mexico: Day of Solidarity and Blessing at Cinco Panes y Dos Peces Franciscan Center
On February 11, 2026, in connection with World Day of the Sick and the memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Cinco Panes y...
Three Continuing Formation Courses in the Italian Province of the Immaculate Conception
0n January 19-23 and again on February 7-8, 2026, three continuing formation courses were held at the Kolbe Center – Villa Belvedere in Carini,...
Brazil: 3rd Custodial Meeting for Men in Formation and Profession of Simple Vows
On February 2-7, 2026, the Provincial Custody of St. Bonaventure in Brazil (Maranhão) conducted its third annual meeting for men in formation. The event...