On July 9, 2025, Friar Patrick ALLEN made his temporary profession of vows at the St. Francis of Assisi Novitiate in Arroyo Grande, California, USA.
Friar Patrick belongs to the Provincial Custody of Bl. Agnellus of Pisa in Great Britain-Ireland. The Provincial Custos, Friar Maximilian Mary MARTIN, came from Europe to receive his vows. The Custodial Vicar, Friar Colin Mary EDWARDS, was also present.
Friar Joseph DORNIAK, a member of the Province of Our Lady of the Angels in the USA (OLA) and the Spiritual Director at the novitiate, participated as a witness during the ceremony.
After a short period of rest, Friar Patrick will begin his studies in San Antonio, Texas, USA
Kevin A. KEENAN
Director of Communications for the Province of Our Lady of the Angels in the USA
