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
Desiring to deepen your understanding and leadership skills during this time of Climate Crisis? This course, taught by Franciscan Friar Keith Douglas Warner, OFM and TA Edgar Kelly Garcia, from the Franciscan School of Theology, will help you reimagine ethics and spirituality in service of social transformation. Take this class… Continue Reading Spirituality in the Time of Climate Crisis: Leadership, Ethics, and Laudato Si
Creches of the World, a video created by media tech, Logan Riley who serves as the Media Technology Coordinator with the Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque, is now posted under resources and on the AFC 2023 conference page. It was used as part of the prayer experiences at AFC… Continue Reading Creches of the World
Many of our members have been inquiring about the use of prayer services created for AFC 2023. The Federation has now posted the opening and closing ritual along with Sr. Ilia Delio’s keynote slide deck. We hope that our members may use these resources to continue to celebrate the Centenary… Continue Reading AFC Resources Posted!
Cathy Tisel Nelson has just released her fourth CD entitled “Hearts on Fire!” This album includes our conference theme song “Hearts on Fire!” from AFC 2022, “Now Is the Time” from AFC 2021, and “Love Is the Reason” from AFC 2023! Check out Cathy’s website at cathynelsonmusic.com for all her… Continue Reading NEW CD “Hearts on Fire!” by Cathy Tisel Nelson now available!
Over the past few years, the Federation has been engaged in the hard work of transformation. As part of the final stage of that process, the Federation is engaging all of our membership and potential membership in a Year of Listening & Learning. In place of an AFC 2024, the… Continue Reading Federation Announces a Year of Listening & Learning
Please note that twice a year (Starting July 1st and September 1st) the Sisters of St. Francis of Penance and Christian Charity take grant applications for their Sacred Heart Charitable Fund. This grant opportunity is available for ministries of Franciscan women. This information is now posted in the Resource section… Continue Reading Sacred Heart Charitable Fund Grant
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