Happy May 25 2026
Today, May 25, 2026, there’s a trifecta of celebrations.First, it’s the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church. Alleluia, alleluia. O joyful Virgin, who gave birth to…
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Happy May 25 2026
What is Peace?
Lessons in Nonviolence from Assisi From April 22-29, 2026, pilgrims gathered in Assisi, Italy, for the Assisi Peace and Justice Pilgrimage, a retreat exploring the spirituality and practice of nonviolence in…
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What is Peace?
What is Chapter?
You may have noticed that the provinces in the United States have been celebrating their Ordinary Provincial Chapters.St. Joseph Cupertino, St. Bonaventure, and Our Lady of Consolation Provinces have completed…
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What is Chapter?
Franciscan Nurses
Healing the Whole Person From the beginning, Franciscans have given spiritual comfort and physical aid to the suffering. Even before attracting his first followers, St. Francis served the lepers around…
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Franciscan Nurses
Mothers Day 2026
As we celebrate mothers in May, don't forget about Mary - Our Greatest Cheerleader. In the video below, Friar Michael Zielke reflects on his devotion to Mary.https://youtu.be/QOh1TvLaBOAAlso, here’s a link…
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Mothers Day 2026
Two Paths
Religious Brothers Day is celebrated officially on May 1 (which is also the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker) but it’s always a great time to celebrate our friar brothers.Within…
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Two Paths