From August 21 to 26, 2026, the 2nd OFS–YouFra Pan-African Congress took place in Kampala, Uganda, under the central theme “Be Peacemakers.” The motto guiding the gathering was: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called Sons of God” (Mt 5:9). It should be noted that the 1st Pan-African OFS–YouFra Congress took place in […]
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The Secretariat for Formation presents the fourth module on deepening our understanding of our way of life by examining articles of our OFS Rule. Concordances – Module 4. (PDF)
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The Secretariat for Formation presents the third module on deepening our understanding of our way of life by examining articles of our Rule (the form of life of the OFS) (Concordances – 3) Concordances – Module 3 (PDF)
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From the Secretariat for Formation It is a great joy for us to share with you this material which invites local fraternities that have brothers and sisters who, due to advanced age or illness, find themselves more limited in their direct participation in meetings. Care for sick & elderly brothers & sisters (PDF)
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OFS and challenges of contemporary world (PDF)
Secular Franciscans in the contemporary world (material from Family Commission) Read More »
Secretariat for Formation presents the second module on deepening our understanding of our way of life by examining articles of our Rule (the identity of the OFS) (Concordances – 2) Concordances – 2 (PDF)
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Secretariat for Formation presents the first module on deepening our understanding of our way of life by examining the first three articles of our Rule (the identity of the OFS)(Concordances – 1) Concordances – 1 ({DF)
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Jubilee Letter and Hope for Peace (PDF)
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This reflection was prepared by the Vocation Promotion Commission. SPIRITUAL REFLECTION ON VOCATION PROMOTION (PDF)
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