The Franciscan Crown (or Seraphic Rosary) is a rosary consisting of seven decennaries in commemoration of the Seven Joys of the Virgin, namely, the Annunciation, the Visitation, the Nativity of Jesus, the Adoration of the Wise men, the Finding in the Temple, the Resurrection of Christ, and finally, either or both the Assumption of Mary […]
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Franciscan Gallery – FRANCIS LISTENS THE GOSPEL OF ST MATHEW
On February 24 of the year 1208, Saint Francis of Assisi made the decision to lead a life of poverty, which in time would become the very foundation of the Franciscan orders. It was the feast of Saint Matthias during mass celebration inside the “Porziuncola” of Assisi (which he had just repaired). The corresponding Gospel […]
Annual Theme for 2021 from CIOFS
“The care of our older brothers and sisters, their life and journey are part of the history of our Order” Please scroll down from the left at the bottom of the page to view the rest of the pages Here is the link you can print out by clicking here.
ENCYCLICAL LETTER – FRATELLI TUTTI
ENCYCLICAL LETTER FRATELLI TUTTI OF THE HOLY FATHER FRANCIS ON FRATERNITY AND SOCIAL FRIENDSHIP 1. “FRATELLI TUTTI” With these words, Saint Francis of Assisi addressed his brothers and sisters and proposed to them a way of life marked by the flavour of the Gospel. Of the counsels Francis offered, I would like to select the […]
Formation Course via Zoom
Terry Mortimer, our National Formation Minister will be organizing Formation course for Enquirers and those who are already doing Formation. The first course will be on Thursday 25th February, 2021 at 7pm Please contact Terry, mortimer968@uwclub.net for further information.