Franciscan Federation Gathering at LCWR Please join us for a Franciscan Federation gathering at LCWR. Details of this event are as follows: Wednesday, Aug 12, 6 PM-8 PM ET Rosen Center Hotel Please join us for an evening happy hour with heavy appetizers, a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy… Continue Reading Franciscan Federation Gathering at LCWR
Experience the Spirit of Assisi—From Home Dates: July 19–23, 2026Time: 7:00–9:00 PM ET each eveningLocation: Online via ZoomRegistration: $80 (members) | $120 (non-members)| $175 (groups) Join us for a transformative five-day virtual pilgrimage to the sacred city of Assisi, the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Guided by esteemed pilgrimage leaders Jean… Continue Reading Virtual Pilgrimage to Assisi: Journey with Francis and Clare
Franciscan Federation Announces Historic $1 Million Gift to Establish Endowment [April 20, 2026] — The Franciscan Federation joyfully announces a historic and transformative gift of $1 million to establish the organization’s first-ever endowment fund, ensuring the vitality and legacy of the Franciscan movement for generations to come. This extraordinary seven-figure gift was made by a… Continue Reading Franciscan Federation Announces Historic $1 Million Gift to Establish Endowment
Some days it feels like our December Damiano released a year ago, and other days it feels like it was just an hour back. Wherever you find yourself as we move through this Lenten season, we hope you’re finding moments of peace, rest, and steadiness in the midst of a… Continue Reading Walking the Way of Peace
by Holly Fiedler, FCA The Franciscan Central Archive (FCA) has eleven confirmed partners! Three additional congregations are under discernment. Any remaining Franciscan entities consideringjoining the FCA are strongly encouraged to contact us ASAP! Plans for common spaces and storage capacity will be finalized in June. The archival center will open… Continue Reading Franciscan Central Archive: Call to Action!
by Debi Haug, AFCU In the Franciscan world, we are especially grateful to Pope Leo for recognizing this year as a Jubilee Year for Franciscans. Over the past several years, we have been commemorating the 800th anniversaries of pivotal moments in the life of St. Francis: the approval of the Rule of… Continue Reading Carrying the Franciscan Charism into This Jubilee Year
Reflecting on the O Antiphonsby Sister Elise Saggau, OSF During Vespers on December 17, the Church begins to use each day one of the seven “O Antiphons” to introduce the reciting or chanting of the Magnificat. These antiphons may also be used to introduce the daily Gospel readings at Mass.… Continue Reading Reflecting on the O Antiphons
The Franciscan Central Archive (FCA) has shared an exciting update about its future home and ongoing mission to support Franciscan entities in preserving their archival collections. At the end of the announcement, you’ll find an invitation to join an informational webinar on November 5 at 3pm ET, open to congregations,… Continue Reading Franciscan Central Archive Announces Future Home
In Loving Memory: Sr. Rita Marie Fritzen, OSF With deep sorrow, we bid farewell to Sr. Rita Marie Fritzen, OSF, of Syracuse, New York, whose vibrant spirit enriched the lives of many. Recently elected as general minister of the Sisters of St. Francis Neumann Community, Sr. Rita was called home… Continue Reading In Loving Memory: Sr. Rita Marie Fritzen, OSF