"Historically Franciscans have supported the arts and the Art Festival at Holy Cross Retreat Center continues to help us appreciate the beauty around us in God's creation and creativity." Friar…
On July 10-12, 2023, the third Franciscan Symposium took place at the São Bonaventura Institute (ISB) in Brasilia, Brazil. The event was focused on the Later Rule of St. Francis…
In order to grow in our love of the Blessed Virgin Mary it is important to increase our knowledge of her. We can do this by reading good books about…
Friar Emmanuel Wenke was ordained to the priesthood on Tuesday, August 15, the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, by the Most Reverend Gregory J. Hartmayer, Archbishop…
On August 14, 2023, the Vigil of the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Friar Antonio Moualeu professed his solemn vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. Friar Antonio…
“Life begins to make sense when we recognize and acknowledge God’s infinite goodness and our absolute dependence on Him. Our response will be praise and total love expressed in obedience.”…