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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\nAbout the Presenter S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D.\, is the Erica and Harry John Family Professor Emerita of Catholic Theological Ethics at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She is also a member of the Commission on the Franciscan Intellectual‑Spiritual Tradition (CFIT). \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-hybrid-partner-event-2/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T190000
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CREATED:20260922T163642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T163644Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Transitus Service (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, Oct. 2 at 5pm MT\, the Franciscan Action Network will host a virtual Transitus service to honor the passing of St. Francis. This year’s gathering will be more reflective and interactive\, offering space to consider Francis’s journey and our own moments of transition. The service includes meditation\, guided reflection\, and small‑group sharing. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join! \n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/virtual-transitus-service-online-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T210000
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SUMMARY:Being a Voice for the Palestinian Christian Community (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sisters of Saint Francis in Rochester\, MN for a hybrid evening with Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos on October 7 from 6:30–8:00pm. You’re welcome to attend in person at 1001 14th St. NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901\, or join us virtually from wherever you are. \n\n\n\nMother Agapia will share her firsthand experience living and serving in the Holy Land\, offering a grounded\, human perspective on the realities facing Palestinian Christians today — stories of faith\, resilience\, and community that rarely make it into headlines. \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but seating for the in‑person gathering is limited and an RSVP is required.Click here to register for in-person attendanceClick here to join virtually
URL:https://franfed.org/event/being-a-voice-for-the-palestinian-christian-community-in-person-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T031049Z
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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\nAbout the Presenter S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D.\, is the Erica and Harry John Family Professor Emerita of Catholic Theological Ethics at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She is also a member of the Commission on the Franciscan Intellectual‑Spiritual Tradition (CFIT). \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
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CREATED:20260824T171549Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer + Mindfulness Retreat (Online via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Allow yourself the gift of time to be attentive to the Presence in this retreat offered by SSF Companions\, Edythe-Preston Hardie and Debbie Scott. Edythe brings her experience of mindfulness practice through her study at Plum Village and the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh\, and Debbie offers 19 years of experience in leading centering prayer groups. \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to this day of bringing your whole self — body and spirit — before God\, to welcome God’s Presence and action within our hearts.  \n\n\n\nThis retreat is free and offered on Zoom. To receive the link\, please register with Debbie at debbie@mountainlightretreatva.com
URL:https://franfed.org/event/centering-prayer-mindfulness-retreat-online-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Retreats,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T210000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260917T171050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T171053Z
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SUMMARY:Single-Use Planet: Film Screening & Discussion (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join the FSPA Sisters and Franciscans For Earth on Tuesday\, October 13\, from 6:30–8 p.m. Central for a free Zoom screening and discussion of Single-Use Planet\, a 2025 documentary exploring the political\, economic\, health\, and environmental impacts of single-use plastics. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll consider the growing impact of plastic waste on our communities\, oceans\, and the wider web of creation\, and reflect on what our Franciscan commitment to care for creation might call us to do. \n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/single-use-planet-film-screening-discussion-online-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
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/2026-10-13/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T031049Z
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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\nAbout the Presenter S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D.\, is the Erica and Harry John Family Professor Emerita of Catholic Theological Ethics at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She is also a member of the Commission on the Franciscan Intellectual‑Spiritual Tradition (CFIT). \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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T203000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20261007T234123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T234125Z
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SUMMARY:Cry of  the Earth\, Cry of the Poor: A Synodal Conversation (Online; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Franciscan Spiritual Center\, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia \n\n\n\nMany of us are carrying deep questions about the environment\, rising energy costs\, the links between climate change and migration\, and the future today’s young people will inherit. This synodal conversation is a chance to bring those concerns into a shared space of prayer\, listening\, and honest dialogue. \n\n\n\nThe Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia invite you to extend the spirit of the Season of Creation by joining Cry of the Earth\, Cry of the Poor: A Synodal Conversation. Together\, we’ll listen to one another and to the voice of the Spirit — hearing and responding to the cries of Sister Mother Earth and of those most vulnerable to the impacts of the ecological crisis. \n\n\n\nThe fruits of this conversation will be shared with the national and global synodal process through the Catholic Climate Covenant\, contributing to a wider Catholic movement of prayer and action in response to the environmental crisis. \n\n\n\nIn this Franciscan Jubilee Year\, as we honor the witness of St. Francis 800 years after his death\, we hold his prayer close: “May the Lord show us what is ours to do.” \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register \n\n\n\nIf you live near Philadelphia\, there is an in-person offering of this event on October 15. Click here to learn more and register.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/cry-of-the-earth-cry-of-the-poor-a-synodal-conversation-online-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T210000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T031049Z
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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\nAbout the Presenter S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D.\, is the Erica and Harry John Family Professor Emerita of Catholic Theological Ethics at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She is also a member of the Commission on the Franciscan Intellectual‑Spiritual Tradition (CFIT). \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T210000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260724T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T031049Z
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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\nAbout the Presenter S. Dawn M. Nothwehr\, OSF\, Ph.D.\, is the Erica and Harry John Family Professor Emerita of Catholic Theological Ethics at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She is also a member of the Commission on the Franciscan Intellectual‑Spiritual Tradition (CFIT). \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T235959
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20261005T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T171522Z
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SUMMARY:Conference - Love\, Conflict\, and an Unfolding Universe (Hybrid; Partner Event)
DESCRIPTION:The World Institute for Science\, Religion and Culture (WISR) is hosting a landmark conference this November exploring how love\, creativity\, and evolutionary consciousness shape our moment. Love\, Conflict\, and an Unfolding Universe marks a decade of WISR’s visionary work at the intersection of spirituality\, science\, and culture. \n\n\n\nMany of the speakers will be familiar to the Franciscan community\, including Ilia Delio\, OSF\, Kathleen Duffy\, SSJ\, Daniel P. Horan\, PhD\, and others whose scholarship continues to influence spiritual thinkers across traditions. \n\n\n\nThis gathering offers an important space for anyone discerning how we arrived at this moment in history — and how we might imagine and build something better together.  \n\n\n\nLearn more and register: https://wisrinstitute.org/2026-conference/
URL:https://franfed.org/event/conference-love-conflict-and-an-unfolding-universe-hybrid-partner-event/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002275-1794340800-1794348000@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/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
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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:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002277-1799784000-1799791200@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/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002278-1802203200-1802210400@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/2027-02-09/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270309T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270309T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002279-1804622400-1804629600@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/2027-03-09/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002280-1807646400-1807653600@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/2027-04-13/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002281-1810065600-1810072800@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/2027-05-11/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002282-1812484800-1812492000@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/2027-06-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
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:20261011T105839
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270914T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270914T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271012T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271012T220000
DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
CREATED:20260618T215424Z
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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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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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002288-1828814400-1828821600@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/2027-12-14/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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UID:10002289-1831233600-1831240800@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/2028-01-11/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTAMP:20261011T105839
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215953Z
UID:10002290-1833652800-1833660000@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/2028-02-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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