by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Sep 19, 2023 | Events
For more than a century, the St. John Passion Play has brought the Gospel to life and shared a message of hope. Local organizers remain deeply grateful to the Franciscan friars who have encouraged and supported the play over the years, especially Richard Wurth, OFM,...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Sep 19, 2023 | Ministry & Mission
It’s a long way from Easton, Pa. to Mesilla Park, N.M., but Henry Beck made the journey with excitement and gratitude (after a few weeks of vacation and visiting with family in Dayton), firm in the belief that God was calling him to return to ministry in the...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Aug 30, 2023 | Justice & Peace
Discussions about racism can certainly be challenging, but when approached with the Franciscan spirit of openness, acceptance and fraternity, they can also be eye-opening, transformative and strengthen the bond of community. This has been the case with the friars of...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Aug 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Franciscan connection runs deep, regardless of the path one takes in life. Such was the case for Rick Parker, who attended the former St. Francis Seminary during his freshman and sophomore years in high school in the mid-1960s. Although God ultimately called Rick...
by Sr Eileen Connelly OSU | Jul 26, 2023 | Ministry & Mission
During a recent Mass at St. Margaret Hall (SMH), David Kohut’s powerful voice led those gathered in singing “Come Holy Ghost,” the opening hymn. Louis Bartko presided at the June 29 liturgy on the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, while Bert Heise, senior of SJB Province...
