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Friar Eric De La Pena, OFM Conv. has recently taken over the ministry of vocation director for Immaculate Conception Province from Friar Michael Lorentsen. In his new role, Friar Eric will help men discern their vocations and share Franciscan values with young people.
Parishioners at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Bloomington, Minnesota have a deep emotional connection to their spiritual home. Their community maintains
Last autumn the Conventual Franciscan-run Ysleta Mission in El Paso, Texas – with Friar Charles McCarthy as pastor – held its first Annual Ysleta Mission Walk, Run, and Health Fair.
Recently several Conventual Franciscan friars traveled to Assisi on a retreat. With ideal weather, the North American friars had many opportunities to wander the streets of Assisi, much the same as Francis and Clare had done so many centuries before.
Franciscan Weekly: Friar Rick Riccioli tells us that we sometimes search for material things to give us fulfillment when what we need is to open ourselves to Jesus. Jesus always quenches the thirst in our soul.
Daily Scripture Reflection:Friar Jude Winkler recounts to us the story of when Jesus chose Peter to be the head of the new Church.
Sunday Homily: Friar Mark Steed speaks about why and how we pray.
Friar Michael Lorentsenblogs about the recent and unexpected death of one of his brothers, Friar John-Joseph Dolan.
World Missions
The Conventual Franciscans work around the globe to improve the lives of the less fortunate. They also provide pastoral care and do their best to live life the Franciscan way Visit our World Missions page to find out more.
Community Outreach
On a warm day late this spring, volunteers who work at the weekly Coffee and Donuts meetings in Syracuse, New York and a number of guests who drop by the meetings every so often traveled to nearby Willow Bay Park for a day of good food and companionship. The Coffee and Donuts meetings are part of the Franciscan Collaborative Ministries.
