News from General Chapter in Rome Nov. 9-17
Follow reports from the XVII General Chapter of the Secular Franciscan Order celebrated in Rome from Nov. 9-17, 2024.
Triduum of St. Francis of Assisi
Begin observing the feast of St. Francis of Assisi today with Triduum prayers just released by CIOFS. Day 1 begins with this encouragement from St. Francis, "In that love which is God, I entreat all my friars, ministries and subjects, to put away every attachment, all care and solicitude, and serve, love, honour, and adore our Lord and God with a pure heart and mind; this is what He seeks above all else."
The Pilgrim Continues His Way Discussion Planned
The Ecumenical/Interfaith Committee will host a discussion of The Pilgrim Continues His Way at 11 a.m. Eastern on Saturday, Sept. 28. This is 10 a.m. Central, 9 a.m. Mountain, and 8 a.m. Pacific time.
St. Francis, the Stigmata, and La Verna
On Friday, January 5, 2024, at the Tuscan Sanctuary of La Verna, the Franciscan Family officially opened the VIII Centenary of the Stigmata of St. Francis, with an event entitled “From the wounds to new life.” Eight centuries ago this year, up on the same mountain, on September 17, 1224, he received the stigmata; that is, the wounds of Christ were revealed on his hands, feet, and side.
Come, Let Us Welcome Him
“In Greccio there was no nativity scene. There were no statues around but living people. I invite you all to experience this miracle, together with Saint Francis, being those around the ‘Christmas crèche.’ Let us be the living family, in which Jesus can be born and can find a warm family spirit,” Tibor Kauser, CIOFS General Minister, said.
Franciscan Lenten Resources
It is that wondrous time of year again! Our Seraphic Father Francis said that for us. Lent is all year round. And for these six weeks, Holy Mother Church will share it with us!
The Latest from National Chapter
Louise Sandberg, OFS, was announced Wednesday as the 2022 recipient of the National Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) Award presented at the Secular Franciscan Order’s National Chapter held Oct. 11-15 in Detroit.
Blessed Feast of St. Francis from Markus Heinz, OFM
Looking into our actual world we can get an impression that humanity is in process of destroying all this beauty; not respecting the inherent dignity given by God our Creator, which we as humans share with all creatures. ...
Interfaith Council Seeks Leader Applicants
The National Executive Council is seeking applicants for the position of National Ecumenical/Interfaith Committee Chair. If you are interested in this position or know someone you would like to nominate, request an application prior to March 20, 2022.
The Spirit Is A Movin’
“The Spirit is a movin’ all o-o-ver, all o-o-ver this land.” Remember that lovely song from back in the day? Admitting this will give evidence to the age of most of us—but it’s still a great song, and very appropriate for our times.