Franciscan School of Theology is offering a new series on Laudato Si beginning this October. The series will consist of four lectures commemorating the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’, an encyclical crafted to provide guidance on Earth’s care. Please see the flyer below for more details and registration… Continue Reading Laudato Si @10 Years
This book is intended as a contribution to the celebration, in 2023, of the eighth centenary of two important events for the Franciscan family: the confirmation of the Later Rule (Regula bullata) by Pope Honorius III, on Nov. 29, 1223, and the celebration of Christmas at Greccio, just a month… Continue Reading CELEBRATING LIFE: THE RULE AND CHRISTMAS AT GRECCIO (1223-2023) MARTÍN CARBAJO-NÚÑEZ
This issue of Spirit+Life is dedicated to the great mystery of our salvation, which Francis lived in a tangible form during the Christmas celebration in Greccio, where the town of Bethlehem (the house of bread), was rendered visible in the Bread of Life, the Word made flesh, in the manger. Francis contemplated the Nativity of Christ and lived the experience of poverty and humility of the Incarnation. Greccio became a new Bethlehem. Continue Reading Quarterly Journal of Franciscan Culture focused on Greccio
This resource is designed by Michael Lasky, OFM Conv. and Artist Joseph Dorniak, OFM Conv. to help bring the spirituality of Saint Francis and the words of Pope Francis into our Advent preparation. This resource is available in 14 languages and can be accessed on the Franciscan Voice website under resources. Continue Reading Greccio and the O Antiphons
The Federation has received requests to use the Power Point presentation to accompany the Stations of the Creche prayer service. As we continuing to celebrate the 800th anniversary of Greccio, and as we move toward the Advent and Christmas seasons, we wanted to make this available to our members. The… Continue Reading Update: Stations of the Creche Resource
Franciscan Action Network, the Franciscan Federation, and the Order of Friars Minor Holy Name Province JPIC office are working together to raise awareness about and advocate for environmental justice, focusing on communities of color and low wealth that are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation. We invite you to participate in a… Continue Reading Environmental Justice Series
Tau Publishing has introduced their new 2024 Franciscan Sanctuaries of Solitude Wall Calendar-featuring the feast days of Franciscan Saints and Blesseds – a captivating tribute to the mesmerizing beauty and spiritual serenity of these inspirational Franciscan sanctuaries. Immerse yourself in a year-long journey through the tranquil landscapes of these iconic religious… Continue Reading Franciscan Sanctuaries of Solitude Wall Calendar: Percentage of Sales to Federation
Franciscan Morning & Evening Praise prayer book is not back in print through Tau Publishing. It has been reprinted in a two volume set with no ribbons. A limited supply has been reprinted and can be purchased through Tau Publishing. More information and a link to purchase can be found… Continue Reading Franciscan Morning & Evening Praise Back in Print
In June, the Franciscan Federation announced A Year of Listening & Learning 2024. We are excited to share the dates for both in-person and virtual sessions and encourage you to Save-A-Date! All sessions will have a consistent structure, offering members the opportunity to voice their aspirations and desires for the Federation.… Continue Reading SAVE THE DATE: A Year of Listening & Learning 2024
The Franciscan Central Archive (FCA) will be a physical center, following national archival standards, with a reading room, exhibition space, lecture hall, and robust virtual presence. Researchers will be able to study congregational ministries, shared vocations, and Franciscan charism across the collections. The FCA will be supported by charism- based… Continue Reading Franciscan Central Archive Monthly Newsletter