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...
Argentina: Fraternal and Pastoral Visit to the National OFS Fraternity
From October 9 to 14, 2026, the National Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order (OFS) in Argentina received a fraternal and pastoral visit from...
Slovenia: Two Days of Continuing Formation in Olimje
On October 13 and 14, 2026, the friars of the Province of St. Joseph in Slovenia gathered at the friary in Olimje for two...
Vatican: New Guide on Mental Health and Pastoral Accompaniment Published
On October 13, 2026, the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development hosted a study day on “Mental Health and Pastoral Accompaniment in Humanitarian Contexts”...
Finland: Franciscan Mission and JPIC Come Together in Rauma
On October 10–11, 2026, the annual Days of St. Francis were celebrated in Rauma, Finland, marking the 800th anniversary of the transitus of St....
From Vis to Vukovar: Croatia Celebrates 90 Years of the Militia of the Immaculata
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, more than four hundred participants from across Croatia, from the island of Vis to the city of Vukovar, gathered...