Download and print the PDF version Envisioning Fran Fed for the Year 2070 In August, the Franciscan Federation board gathered in Chicago to begin work on our new strategic plan. Guided by facilitator Cameron Trimble of Convergence, nearly fifty people including board members, vowed Franciscans, lay members, and friends participated… Continue Reading September 2025 Newsletter
From the National Office Happy Summer from the Franciscan Federation! The past few months have been filled with exciting developments, and I’m delighted to share our Summer edition of The Damiano with all our members. To start, please join me in welcoming Brady Young, our new Manager for Member Engagement and Communications.… Continue Reading June 2025 Newsletter
From the National Office From the Executive Director It is with great enthusiasm and a sense of homecoming that I step into the role of Executive Director. My journey through Catholic higher education has prepared me for this moment, where I find myself drawn back to the rich tapestry of… Continue Reading March 2025 Newsletter
From the National Office In many ways, 2025 is off to an incredibly challenging start. I have heard so many people say that January has already felt months long. Between the humanitarian disaster in the Middle East and the fires in Southern California, and the recent ICE raids and the… Continue Reading January 2025 Newsletter
From the National Office Joyful Christmas greetings! I hope all of you had a peaceful Advent season and are enjoying these celebratory days of Emmanuel. The national office has been busy in these recent months with transitions and new projects. To this end, I have been asked by the Board… Continue Reading November/December 2024 Newsletter
From the National Office Federation Announces Leadership Transition The Federation has announced that Sara Marks, its first lay executive director, will resign on September 30, 2024, after more than two years in the role. Sara is stepping down to focus on completing her doctoral dissertation and expanding her consulting business.… Continue Reading September 2024 Newsletter
From the National Office A photo of our staff in front of the statue of St. Francis at San Damiano Retreat Center, where we had our special Evening of Storytelling event on April 27th. We had a fantastic turnout! The beautiful Fireside Lounge was full as the evening began, with… Continue Reading May 2024 Newsletter
From the Desk of the Executive Director We are excited to launch the new newsletter of the Franciscan Federation; The Damiano! Leaning into our Franciscan origin story, The Damiano represents the continuation of the Franciscan story as we embrace change, expand our membership, and collaborate cross-organizationally. The Damiano will be… Continue Reading The Damiano: March 2024