Vocations Corner

Considering a vocation to Franciscan religious life?

Our Vocations Corner is your first stop for questions and answers.

 
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Conventual Franciscan Friar John P. Grigus is the associate pastor at St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Rockford, Illinois. In a recent parish bulletin, Friar John reminded his community that their Baptism is an incredible gift that most Christians rarely think about. Without Baptism, we would be adrift and grappling in the darkness. During times of crisis, we’d become overwhelmed by despair.

 
   
 




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A LECTURE ON THE PSALMS

As Catholics we must strengthen our faith through education. This is why St. Peter’s Church in Point Pleasant Beach,

New Jersey recently held a lecture called

“Introduction to the Psalms”.

GETTING READY FOR MADRID

Next year – from August 15 to the 20 - young Catholics from around the world will gather in Madrid, Spain for the 2011 World Youth Day. The Conventual Franciscan Friars are already working to help make this experience one of true fellowship and spiritual growth.

FRIAR JAMES MCCURRY ELECTED MINISTER PROVINCIAL

OF ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA PROVINCE

The Friars of St. Anthony of Padua Province recently elected Friar James McCurry to the position of Minister Provincial for their jurisdiction. Friar James will take over this role from

Friar Michael Kolodziej.

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