Tag: The Earlier Rule of St. Francis of Assisi
“Being Minors”: A Daily Exercise
In chapter VII of the Earlier Rule, Francis talks to us about the way we should serve and work, a way founded on our...
On Equal Terms
A lack of understanding of what it means to be “minor” threatens the balance of the fraternity, especially regarding the the relationship that can...
Let the Greater Become the Least
In chapter V of the Earlier Rule, it is interesting that when Francis asks the friars to be minor, he does not relate this...
“Be Careful Not to Be Disturbed or Angered at Another’s Sin...
In the previous reflection we talked about the term “minor” and we also emphasized that “being minor” is one of the two pillars of...
Do to No One What You Yourself Hate
In Chapter IV of the Earlier Rule, St. Francis talks about the relationship that the Superior should have with the friars and the friars...
Doing Penance…
In the previous reflection, we mentioned prayer and fasting. Both the life of prayer and the life of fasting can be summarized in one...
The Franciscan Style of Prayer
In the Earlier Rule, St. Francis of Assisi wrote: “let all the brothers... recite (...) let all the brothers fast…” Certainly this corresponds to...
“To Follow the Teaching and Footprints of Our Lord Jesus Christ”
These days the word "follow" seems to be in fashion, especially in youth circles, through social networks. Influencers insist on being "followed," so that...
“The Rule and Life of the Friars Is This, Namely…”
In the first chapter of the Earlier Rule, St. Francis of Assisi tells us that the foundation of this Rule is the Gospel of...
The Earlier Rule of St. Francis of Assisi
Dear Franciscans all over the world and supporters of Franciscan spirituality, you must surely be asking: why should we reflect today on such an...
39th Studium Course of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints – 2027
Prot. n. 898/2026
Rome, October 15, 2026
Subject: 39th Studium Course of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints – 2027
Dear Brothers,
May the Lord give you...
Assisi: An Ecumenical Guest at CEFID
During my meetings with my confreres, I am often asked where I currently live, given my role as General Delegate for Ecumenism and Interreligious...
Zambia: Franciscan Family Celebrates the 800th Anniversary of the Transitus of St. Francis
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the Franciscan Family in Zambia gathered at St. John’s Convent School in Kitwe to commemorate the 800th anniversary of...
Romania: Relic of St. Francis Makes “Pilgrimage of Peace” to 52 Communities
The relic of St. Francis has returned to Assisi after completing a pilgrimage through eight dioceses and eparchies in Romania, where it was venerated...
Rome: Work Continues on the Document Discernment in Fraternity
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the second meeting of the “Validation Group” was held at the Seraphicum College in Rome. The group is collaborating...