News & Blogs - Franciscan Friars

A Franciscan Christmas

Br. Tim Sucher is your host for the virtual tour of "A Franciscan Christmas," showcasing his collection of nativities sets, a Dickens village, and much more.

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Franciscan Joy: Weaving a compelling yarn

Br. Mark Ligett's love of weaving has continued for over 50 years.

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Thanks, Fr. Fred!

The farewell to Fred for his 11 years as Pastor was expansive and heartfelt.

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Al Mascia’s excellent adventure

On Nov. 13, Br. Al Mascia set out from Berkley, Mich., in a 2003 VW van dubbed “Friar Truck” on a journey with a purpose, as prepared as he could...

Faith comes first

A year after celebrating its first Mass in Spanish, St. Clement has expanded the scope of its ministry to Latino families who bring with them “a sense of reverence and...

Thanks, Brothers!

Throughout the pandemic, friars have stepped up to help each other in all kinds of ways. It’s time we acknowledged their kindness.

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An encounter with Francis, the Friar Truck

A chance encounter on the road, as reported by Br. David Buer, OFM, founder of Poverello House, a ministry for homeless men in Tucson, Ariz.

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Finding our way to forgiveness

“There is only one place evil cannot enter, and that place is forgiveness.” And the place of forgiveness is the deeper place of prayer. It is to that place...

Fr. Tony Walter, OFM (1932-2020)

God blessed Fr. Tony with a gentle nature and a selfless spirit - qualities that inspired affection in those he served and in those who knew him best.

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Finding the man behind the myths

Fr. Tom Speier, OFM, has written, Chronology of Francis of Assisi and His Followers: 1181 - 1278, a day-to-day account of the life of St. Francis.

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We’re all in this together

Pope Francis’ encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, reads like a good series of sermons. They open up the words of Jesus and invite us to a life of joy and fulfillment...