On Friday, May 19 and Monday, May 22, 2023, representatives from the National Board presented the process and board restructuring proposal that will be voted on by the Convocation of Canonical Leaders (CCL). Membership was invited to attend a session to learn more about the process and proposal in preparation… Continue Reading Board Restructuring Pre-AFC Meeting Recording
AFC attendees are invited to a lunch reception, hosted by Franciscan Mission Service (FMS), on Sunday, June 11th. Rooted in participatory prayer, FMS will share the history and ministry of FMS, explore collaboration with congregations in their cross-cultural mission sites, and invite engagement with FMS’ work and that of its partners. Pre-registration… Continue Reading FMS Luncheon at AFC 2023
We are Five weeks away from many of us coming together in St. Louis for the Annual Federation Conference. This AFC Advent prayer series has been put together by the AFC Planning Committee. Those members include Michele Dunne, OFS; Susan Marie Pleiss, OSF; Carolyn Townes, OFS; Cheryl Wint, OSF; Brother… Continue Reading Week 1 AFC Advent
A reflection and offering from Eunice J. Park, Commission Coordinator Every year in May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize in a particular way the contributions of API Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Of course, no amount… Continue Reading Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Having written a biographical screenplay – well grounded in Franciscan spirituality, but with lyrics suitable for more modern melodies-the assistance of a skilled composer is needed to collaborate on creating the music, as well as assistance/connections (and funding) to get the film produced in time for release during the 800th… Continue Reading Assistance Needed in Creating a Tribute for the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis’ Death in 2026
There is urgency for congregations in diminishment to find permanent repositories for their archives. In 2017, Franciscan Federation President, Kathie Uhler, OSF, sent a letter to Third Order Regular USA leadership asking for discussion. Those meetings led to the Franciscan Central Archive Initiative. Our vision is a sustainable, charism-based collaborative… Continue Reading Franciscan Central Archive Initiative
The Pauda Program at St. Bonaventure University helps Franciscan institutions and ministries transmit the values of Saints Francis and Clare to new generations of leaders. Infusing this mission into the daily operations of Franciscan schools, hospitals, retreat centers, and social service programs requires competent leaders. Individuals completing the program will… Continue Reading The Padua Program Opens Registration
Catholic Theological Union 18 Credit Hours Since it’s founding in 1968, the Catholic Theological Union (CTU) has been blessed with the Franciscan presence of the Friars Minor, the Capuchins, the Conventuals, Franciscan Sisters and Secular Franciscans. CTU’s commitment to the Franciscan Family has been constant throughout the years and especially… Continue Reading Graduate Certificate in Franciscan Spirituality
International Franciscan Conference would like to remind Federation Membership of their search for a new administrator. The search will close on March 24, 2023. IFC-TOR, through the leadership of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis religious femaleand male religious institutes, societies of apostolic life, addresses the life and concerns… Continue Reading Executive Director Search: International Franciscan Conference of the Sisters and Brothers of the Third Order Regular
The Formation-Education subcommittee of the Commission for Life and Mission, invites those serving as formation (initial and ongoing) and spirituality ministers – to a consultative Zoom session. We want to hear directly from you about your ministries and how the Federation may be able to support you in these endeavors. This… Continue Reading Commission for Life & Mission Consultation with TOR Formation and Spirituality Ministers