… for Peace – Franciscan Voice

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…

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…

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…

Happy Earth Day 2026

Earth Day is always celebrated on April 22, followed by the Memorial of Blessed Giles of Assisi on April 23. This is a great time to raise awareness of the…

Something Strange

Friar Gary Johnson, Director of the Shrine of St. Anthony in Ellicott City MD, wrote the following for the Shrine’s newsletter - “Something strange is happening….” These are first words…

Happy Easter 2026

Friar Carlos Trovarelli, Minister General for the Friars Minor Conventual, sent an Easter message to his brothers. You can read the entire message on the Order’s website. Here’s a brief…