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Donor Story – Vernetta Haywood

2022 Summer Newsletter - Transitions
4 years ago
Donor Story – Vernetta Haywood As Joe Berghausen and I pulled up to the suburban house outside of New Orleans we were immediately an object of interest. I was in…

Federation of Conventuals in Latin America

2022 Summer Newsletter - Transitions
4 years ago
The Federation of Conventuals in Latin America (FALC) is the largest Federation of the Conventual Franciscan Order, in terms of the number of friars and jurisdictions represented. (The Order is…

Brother Olive Tree

2022 Summer Newsletter - Transitions
4 years ago
A common sight in Italy is the tour guide’s umbrella, leading folks in and out of churches, museums, gift shops, and any door that says gelato or espresso. This coming…

Transitioning Our Relationship With Our Environment

2022 Summer Newsletter - Transitions
4 years ago
With the launching of the Franciscan Earth Care Initiative in November 2018, the Conventual Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Consolation have committed to implementing the message…

Let Us Build A House Where Love Can Dwell

2022 Summer Newsletter - Transitions
4 years ago
The new Residence Hall will provide twelve bedrooms with a bath and shower in-between each bedroom; a laundry room on the second floor; and a large living room (735 square…

Transitions

2022 Summer Newsletter - Transitions
4 years ago
“He has been raised!” Our Fifty Days of Easter lead us to the Gift of Pentecost, the Gift of the Fullness of the Spirit. The Spirit that raised Jesus fills…

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For the Conventual Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Consolation, Praesidium Accreditation is more than a seal of approval — it reflects our enduring commitment to creating environments of safety, accountability, and care in every aspect of our ministry.

Accreditation by Praesidium, an independent leader in abuse prevention, affirms that we have strong policies in place, regularly train friars and lay collaborators, and maintain clear, independent processes for responding to concerns. It is not a one-time designation but an ongoing commitment, maintained through annual reviews and continuous alignment with evolving national standards.

Through this process, we foster a culture of awareness and formation — equipping friars, staff, and volunteers not only to prevent harm, but to actively promote safety, healing, and trust. We actively engage those closest to our ministries — families, lay collaborators, and ministry partners — to help us recognize risks early, support safe environments, and uphold a culture of accountability.

Any report of misconduct is taken seriously, investigated by an independent professional, and reviewed by an external board. Our safeguarding practices are designed to protect the vulnerable, ensure transparency, and respond with integrity and care.

We invite anyone who has experienced abuse in a Church setting to come forward. Our commitment to justice and healing compels us to listen with compassion and act responsibly.

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