by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Jun 13, 2023 | Events
The faith, dedication and humble service of 14 jubilarians was celebrated during a joyous Mass of Thanksgiving at St. John the Baptist Friary in Cincinnati on July 29, Memorial Day. The guests of honor were recognized for commitments ranging from 25 to 70 years as a...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Jun 13, 2023 | Ministry & Mission
As parishioners at St. Mary of the Angels (SMA) in New Orleans’ Upper Ninth Ward gather for Mass each Sunday morning, there is an overwhelming sense of joy and gratitude for God’s goodness and the presence of the Franciscan friars who have served the faith community...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Jun 1, 2023 | Friar Voices
We asked the 2023 jubilarians to reflect on the question: “After all these years as a friar, what are you the most grateful for?” Here are their responses: Luis Aponte-Merced, OFM 25 Years Profession After 25 years as a professed friar, there are many...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Jun 1, 2023 | Ministry & Mission, Revival School Project
Colin King reports that two of his parishioners in Jamaica recently graduated from the Continues Adult Religious Education Program (CAREP) at St. Michael’s College and Seminary in Kingston. Tahira Leachman, church secretary and member of St Mary, Revival, and Marie...
by Fr Mark Soehner OFM | Jun 1, 2023 | Friar Voices
It all starts with a simple “yes,” one that is a risk on the future, a release of control. We are celebrating the jubilees of friars who have professed vows or been ordained to serve for 25, 50, 60, 65 and 70 years. I am certain that most of them as younger friars...
