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
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