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SUMMARY:The Yoga of St. Francis with Craig Bullock (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Shalom Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nDiscover a fresh doorway into Franciscan spirituality through the ancient practice of Kriya Yoga. In this virtual evening retreat\, Craig Bullock\, Spiritual Director of The Assisi Institute\, will explore how the life\, prayer\, and luminous presence of St. Francis resonate deeply with the contemplative heart of yoga. \n\n\n\nMany know yoga as a physical practice\, but its deepest roots are spiritual. Craig will guide participants in understanding how Kriya Yoga’s teachings — which hold special reverence for Jesus and St. Francis — can harmonize with Christian faith and enrich our own journey of transformation. Through stories\, reflection\, and gentle spiritual practice\, we’ll explore how Francis can help us hear Christ’s voice\, embody God’s goodness\, and become instruments of light in a world longing for peace. \n\n\n\nCraig brings decades of experience in mystical Christianity\, psychology\, and interspiritual dialogue\, offering a grounded and accessible path for seekers from all backgrounds. \n\n\n\nCost: $5 per personRegister by noon on Friday\, June 19 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-yoga-of-st-francis-with-craig-bullock-online-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Shalom Spirituality Center":MAILTO:info@shalomretreats.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Climate Communications to Empower Action and Solutions (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Catholic Climate Covenant \n\n\n\nHow we talk about climate change shapes how our communities respond. This webinar explores practical ways storytelling and clear communication can inspire action\, strengthen intergenerational dialogue\, and support our shared moral responsibility to care for future generations. \n\n\n\nJoin two leading climate communication researchers as they share insights on: \n\n\n\n\nHow storytelling can empower climate action and climate solutions\n\n\n\nHow to communicate about climate and sustainability in ways that motivate Church leadership and parish communities\n\n\n\nHow to engage across generations with hope\, clarity\, and moral purpose\n\n\n\n\nPanelists \n\n\n\n\nJoshua Ettinger\, Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, George Mason University Center for Climate Change Communication\n\n\n\nStylianos Syropoulos\, Director\, Intergenerational Decisions and Effective Action (IDEA) Lab\, and Assistant Professor\, College of Global Futures\, Arizona State University\n\n\n\n\nThe webinar will be recorded and shared with all who register. \n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/webinar-climate-communications-to-empower-action-and-solutions-online-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
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SUMMARY:The Padua Program (In-Person; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Forming leaders in the Franciscan mission \n\n\n\nHosted by the Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University\, the Padua Program is a year-long formation experience for leaders who serve in Franciscan institutions and ministries. Through an immersive on‑campus workshop in July and ten monthly online seminars\, participants explore the spirituality of Saints Francis and Clare and learn practical approaches to mission‑based leadership in today’s organizations. \n\n\n\nNow entering its eighth cohort\, Padua has equipped leaders across education\, health care\, social services\, and retreat ministry with the tools to preserve\, strengthen\, and animate the Franciscan legacy in their own contexts. Guided by nationally recognized scholars and practitioners\, participants engage in study\, reflection\, and skill‑building within a supportive learning community. \n\n\n\nCohort VIII will gather July 8–11\, 2026\, in the newly renovated Francis Hall on the scenic St. Bonaventure campus. Registration is $3\,000 and includes housing and meals. \n\n\n\nRegistration for the 2026 Padua Program is now open. \n\n\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-padua-program-in-person-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University":MAILTO:fip@sbu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T173000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260708T203341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T203343Z
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SUMMARY:Life Decisions: Discernment in the Franciscan Spirit (Online Retreat; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia \n\n\n\nAre you discerning an important life decision and seeking a prayerful\, Franciscan approach to the process? This free online retreat offers adult women and men an opportunity to reflect on major life choices with the guidance of Franciscan spirituality. Sr. Diane Tomkinson\, OSF will lead participants through a discernment process shaped by the wisdom of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi\, helping each person listen for clarity in their own unique path. \n\n\n\nFor details or to request participation\, please visit the event page or contact Sr. Diane at dtomkinson@osfphila.org
URL:https://franfed.org/event/life-decisions-discernment-in-the-franciscan-spirit-online-retreat-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Retreats,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T153000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T214659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T214702Z
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SUMMARY:Day of Reflection with Daniel Horan\, PhD (In-Person; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Transformed Through Hope: Addressing Our “Soul Sickness” and Renewing Our Faith in a Time of Fear \n\n\n\nIn a world marked by division\, anxiety\, and uncertainty\, this year’s Day of Reflection invites participants to explore what authentic Christian hope looks like today. Drawing on the Franciscan tradition—especially the wisdom of St. Francis and St. Clare—Daniel Horan\, Ph.D.\, will guide us in reflecting on the “soul sicknesses” that trouble our hearts and communities\, and how we might move toward healing\, courage\, and renewed faith. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome. Donate what you can ($5–$100) so all who wish to attend may do so. Online registration requested by July 8\, 2026. \n\n\n\nLocation: Wheaton Franciscans 26W171 Roosevelt Road\, Entrance 7 Wheaton\, IL 60187 \n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/day-of-reflection-with-daniel-horan-phd-in-person-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T210000
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CREATED:20260731T181743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T181745Z
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SUMMARY:Chasing Time (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join S. Cheryl Kemner and other Franciscans For Earth on Tuesday\, September 8\, 2026\, from 6:30 to 8 pm Central via Zoom\, for a free screening and discussion of the film “Chasing Time”.  \n\n\n\nThis 2024 documentary offers a reflective examination of time and mortality as it follows nature photographer James Balog and his team during the final phase of a multi-decade project that has produced more than one million images. \n\n\n\nAfter bringing some of the first and most striking visual evidence of our changing planet to the fore through the groundbreaking study of melting glaciers\, James Balog returns to Iceland to close the last chapter of his life’s work\, the Extreme Ice Survey. This project was launched in 2006 to record the effects of global warming using dozens of time-lapse cameras placed at glacier sites around the world. It has documented significant ice loss and glacier collapse. The documentary also highlights Balog’s ongoing research into the connections between melting ice\, wildfires\, and atmospheric change\, while reflecting on the personal meaning of his decades long work. \n\n\n\nThe documentary reunites Balog with the Emmy Award-winning team behind Chasing Ice and is directed by the first-time filmmaker Sarah Keo and Jeff Orlowski. It was shortlisted for the Best Documentary Short Film at the 98th Academy Awards. \n\n\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/chasing-time-online-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002273-1788897600-1788904800@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2026-09-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
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SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-09-10/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
UID:10002309-1789673400-1789678800@franfed.org
SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-09-17/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
UID:10002310-1790278200-1790283600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-09-24/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
UID:10002311-1790883000-1790888400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-10-01/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T235959
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260708T210559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T210601Z
UID:10002306-1790899200-1791158399@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Becoming the Stories We Tell: Exploring a Franciscan Spirituality of Narrative and Imagination (In-Person Retreat; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at the Franciscan Renewal Center (The Casa) \n\n\n\nJoin Dan Horan\, PhD\, for a weekend retreat exploring the storytelling heart of the Franciscan tradition. Drawing on the narrative richness of Franciscan spirituality and the wisdom of Saints Francis and Clare\, this retreat invites participants to reflect on how story and imagination shape the way we understand and live the charism today. Together\, we will consider how the Franciscan story continues to unfold eight hundred years after Francis’s death and how it can inspire responses to the urgent challenges of our time with a spirit of justice\, peace\, and care for creation. \n\n\n\nFriday\, October 2 at 4:00 p.m. through Sunday\, October 4 at 1:00 p.m. Fee (including meals): Single $325; Commuter $175  \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/becoming-the-stories-we-tell-exploring-a-franciscan-spirituality-of-narrative-and-imagination-in-person-retreat-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Retreats
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
UID:10002312-1791487800-1791493200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-10-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002274-1791921600-1791928800@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2026-10-13/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
UID:10002313-1792092600-1792098000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T172122Z
UID:10002314-1792697400-1792702800@franfed.org
SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-10-22/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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SUMMARY:From Leo to Leo\, Part II: Reflecting on Catholic Social Teaching Before the Midterm Elections (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis of Rochester\, Minnesota – Assisi Heights Spirituality Center \n\n\n\nJoin S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D. for an eight-week series (virtual or in-person) exploring how Catholic faith engages the social\, political\, economic\, and ecological realities of our world. Rooted in Scripture\, Catholic Social Teaching\, the social sciences\, and the wisdom of early Christian witnesses\, this course introduces participants to the foundations of Catholic social ethics. \n\n\n\nGuided by major social encyclicals and pastoral letters from across time and around the globe\, we’ll look at how the Church’s teaching shapes action\, policy\, and efforts toward justice\, the common good\, and reconciliation in an ecologically threatened and often violent world. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, September 10–October 29 7:30–9:00 p.m. ET Cost: $25 \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/from-leo-to-leo-part-ii-reflecting-on-catholic-social-teaching-before-the-midterm-elections-in-person-partner-event-2/2026-10-29/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-02-09/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270309T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270309T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-03-09/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-04-13/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-05-11/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-06-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002283-1815508800-1815516000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-07-13/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270810T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270810T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002284-1817928000-1817935200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-08-10/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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UID:10002285-1820952000-1820959200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-09-14/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271012T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002286-1823371200-1823378400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-10-12/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271109T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260811T044704
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002287-1825790400-1825797600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Online via Zoom • Monthly on the second Tuesday  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wheaton Franciscans for a 24‑month journey into the heart of Franciscan spirituality. Exploring the Franciscan Way of Life is open to people of all or no faith tradition who want to learn more about the Franciscan story\, deepen their spiritual life\, and build community. \n\n\n\nEach monthly session includes prayer\, input\, reflection\, and conversation\, with space for contemplative sharing. Together\, participants explore themes such as the lives of Francis and Clare\, incarnation\, community\, creation\, peace\, discernment\, and living Gospel values today. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation helps create a safe and caring community as we learn from one another and grow in the Franciscan way of life. \n\n\n\nOnline registration opens June 1\, 2026. Registration requested by August 18\, 2026 or until capacity is reached. \n\n\n\nClick here to register \n\n\n\nSession Dates & Themes\n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 8 — Introduction and Call to Holiness\n\n\n\nOctober 13 — Francis of Assisi: His Culture and Times\n\n\n\nNovember 10 — Clare of Assisi & the Franciscan Family\n\n\n\nDecember 8 — Incarnation\n\n\n\n\n2027 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 12 — Contemplative Sharing\n\n\n\nFebruary 9 — Community / Relationship\n\n\n\nMarch 9 — Conversion / Penance\n\n\n\nApril 13 — Humility / Minority\n\n\n\nMay 1 (Saturday) — Morning of Reflection: Contemplation\n\n\n\nSummer — Optional Book Study & Community Deepening\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 — Creation\n\n\n\nOctober 12 — Peace and Nonviolence\n\n\n\nNovember 9 — Joy\n\n\n\nDecember 14 — Wheaton Franciscan Charism\n\n\n\n\n2028 \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 8 — Servant Leadership of Francis & Clare\n\n\n\nMarch 14 — Trinity\n\n\n\nApril 11 — Discernment & Living Gospel Values\n\n\n\nMay 9 (Saturday) — Living the Franciscan Way of Life Today (Hybrid)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/exploring-the-franciscan-way-of-life-online-partner-event/2027-11-09/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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