Humility, Listening, Mercy

Since 1774, the Ministry of Confessions in St. Peter’s Basilica has been under the care of the Conventual Franciscans.Recognizing the 250th anniversary, Pope Francis spoke recently to the Vatican College…

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25 Years of Peace and Prayer

On October 11, 2024, The Franciscan Place celebrated 25 Years of Peace and Prayer. The Franciscan Place (TFP) is located at Destiny USA – a shopping mall in Syracuse, New…

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Indigenous Peoples’ Day

(This is an excerpt from an article originally posted in October 2021. To read the whole article, please click here. This year, Indigenous Peoples’ Day falls on the 14th.)New Mexico…

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Bishop Michael T. Martin OFM Conv. Visits Areas Devastated by Hurricane Helene
(Photo and excerpt from Catholic News Herald: 'Grieving Swannanoa residents greet bishop, share stories of devastation from Helene' by Christina Lee Knauss)

Bishop Michael T. Martin OFM Conv. Visits Areas Devastated by Hurricane Helene

As we watch the development of Hurricane Milton and Florida prepares for this now category 5+ storm, people continue to suffer from the devastating impact of Helene.On Friday, October 4,…

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