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Friar praises OFS while YouFra spreads joy
The day began with enthusiasm and a shared sense of hope and mission, thanks in part to the minister general of the Conventual Franciscan friars
Panelists: Love of God, Love for Others, Love of Self
LOVE OF GOD ROME — A panel discussion on several types of love was among the highlights of the General Chapter on Nov. 14. Former
Singing friar urges OFS to be counter-cultural
In addition to being minister general of the Third Order Regular friars, Amando Trujillo Cano, TOR, is a singer/songwriter. So, it didn’t come as a
Keynote presentation addresses our response to God’s love
Delivering the General Chapter’s keynote address, Michèle Altmeyer, OFS, first pointed to Saint Paul’s comment on Jesus: “He loved us.” And “so begins Pope Francis’
General Chapter approves revised International Statute
ROME – The voting body of the Secular Franciscan Order’s General Chapter overwhelmingly approved its revised International Statute on Nov. 12. At the previous General
Embrace one another and work harder to build a better world
Chatter and giggles erupted several times during the homily on Nov. 12, the fourth day of the General Chapter. It was because the celebrant, Fr.