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Become a member of the Franciscan Federation

The Franciscan Federation strives to provide members with valuable resources and networking opportunities to promote the Franciscan charism among all who identify as Franciscan. We welcome all who live into the fullness of the Franciscan tradition and practice the spiritual values associated with Francis, Clare, and the early practitioners—both vowed and lay.

Membership types

The Franciscan Federation intentionally creates space for a community of diverse Franciscans, inclusive of all backgrounds and vocations, to support one another as we live out our particular and collective calls to the Franciscan life. Multiple types of membership options are available, read below for more details on each type.

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Canonical Community Membership

Canonical Community Membership continues to be the backbone of the Federation. This form of membership is meant to serve the needs of Congregational Leadership. Canonical community membership is open to religious institutes of vowed women and men religious (e.g., congregation, province, government unit, etc.). When a Canonical community joins the Franciscan Federation, every vowed member who belongs to that unit enjoys membership benefits. Learn more and get in touch.

Associate Community Membership

Associate Community Membership acknowledges the evolution of the lay associate movement in North America. This form of membership is meant to serve the needs of the Associate Leaders and Associate Communities of Third Order Regular Franciscan Congregations. When an associate community joins the Franciscan Federation, every Associate (Companion, Cojourner, Affiliate, etc.) who belongs to that community enjoy membership benefits.

Individual Membership

Individual membership is designed for individuals with a Franciscan Spirit who desire to keep informed of trends, information, and resources supporting the Franciscan tradition in the 21st century. It also provides an opportunity to connect with and build community with other members of the Franciscan family. Individual Members must have an email address to receive communications.

Supporting Organization

Supporting Organizations Membership is available to organizations and groups that work to support and share Franciscan values or have a desire to support the growth of the Franciscan charism and the strength of the Franciscan Federation. There are three types of Supporting Organization Membership; Franciscan Organizations, Nonprofit Organizations, and For-Profit Organizations.

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National Franciscan Federation staff visiting a Member congregation.