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On January 27 during his general audience at Paul VI Hall in the Vatican, Pope Benedict XVI spoke at length about the impact St. Francis of Assisi had on the world. Francis revitalized the Church; he embraced Jesus completely and was not concerned with wealth or power.
 
   
 




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FOUR MEN BEGIN POSTULANCY PROGRAM WITH

THE CONVENTUAL FRANCISCANS IN ALAJUELA, COSTA RICA

We often try to change our lives with the onset of a new year. In Alajuela, Costa Rica, four men did precisely this when on the third day of 2010, they began the Postulancy Program with the Order of Friars Minor Conventual.

FRIARS MEET IN ARGENTINA

FOR FRATERNAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Last month in Pilar, Argentina, representatives from the Order of Friars Minor Conventual met for their Fraternal General Assembly. The Minister General of the Order, Friar Marco Tasca was also present at this gathering.

2009-2010 CONVENTUAL FRANCISCAN POSTULANTS

This year 11 men have entered the Conventual Franciscan Postulancy Program, an opportunity to learn about

St. Francis of Assisi and live the Franciscan way of life.

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Podcast Ministry

Franciscan Weekly: Friar Mark Steed says that we must pray with renewed vigour so that we may better reflect God's love to the world.

Daily Scripture Reflection: Friar Jude Winkler points out that within a church we experience God's presence in a more profound way.

Sunday Homily: Friar Mark Steed tells us that discovering the presence of God is the quest of every person.

Blogging Friars

Franciscan Blogs

Friar Matt Foley blogs about participating in the March for Life in Washington, D.C.

Friar Michael Lorentsen blogs about meeting friars from around the world in Madrid, Spain where they are preparing for next year's World Youth Day.
World Missions
The Conventual Franciscans work around the globe to improve the lives of the less fortunate. They also provide pastoral care and do their best to live life the Franciscan way Visit our World Missions page to find out more.
Community Outreach

Many of the young people at the Convenutal Franciscan parish of St. Francis of Assisi in Athol Springs, New York are engaged in doing outreach work in their wider community. Athol Springs is located near Buffalo. Jean Hymes coordinates the young people's various activities.
Environment: Faith in Action
St. Francis of Assisi treated the environment with respect and care. He challenges us to do the same today. Come and see how you can make a difference!