Safety, Security and an Income for Life Franciscan Gift Annuities support the long-term mission of the Conventual Franciscan Friars. The friars place your lump-sum donation of $5,000 or more and…

[vc_empty_space]The Feast of the Assumption in Carey, Ohio By Friar John Bamman OFM Conv. It had not rained during the Procession of Mary as far back as any local could…

In a recent letter to Minister General Carlos Alberto Trovarelli, Pope Francis writes: “I associate myself spiritually with all those who shall participate, through prayer and charity, in the various…

Br. Bob Roddy prepares to record a video. By Friar Bob Roddy OFM Conv. Like our parish communities, Retreat Centers have been hit especially hard by the recent Covid-19 pandemic.…

[vc_empty_space]By Friar Mario Serrano OFM Conv. 2020 marks the 800th year of “St. Anthony’s conversion.” In 1220, a young Augustinian friar named Fernando was moved by the missionary spirit of…