We offer the intercessions for the Liturgy of the Hours prepared by the Commission for the Cause of the Saints and approved by the Presidency for use in individual prayer or during fraternal meetings. EN INTERCESSIONS FOR LITURGY OF THE HOURS (PDF)...

Join the prayer for new vocations to the Secular Franciscan Order! The prayer campaign is initiated by the Commission for the Promotion of Vocations under the Presidency. 2025 Prayer Campaign (PDF)...

In 2025, we will celebrate the 800th anniversary of the composition of the Canticle of Brother Sun. In the spring of 1225, shortly after his experience at La Verna, St. Francis of Assisi chose to spend fifty days at the Monastery of San Damiano, where St. Clare and the first Poor Sisters lived. During his … Opening of the Eighth Centenary of the Canticle of Brother Sun Read More »...

OFS-YOUFRA MONTHLY PRAYER INTENTIONS (PDF) To emphasize communion with the Pope, we offer the Holy Father’s intention for the month and an intention for the OFS according to the life and important events of the Order. The local fraternities pray for both. 2025 January For the right to education. Let us pray that migrants, refugees … Monthly Prayer Intentions for 2025 Read More »...

This Tertiary pope of the 13th century, a friend of St. Bonaventure, was a true son of St. Francis, known for his love for the holy places in Palestine and his efforts to promote peace. Born Theobald Visconti in Piacenza in 1210, he distinguished himself through his virtue and academic success, particularly in canon law, … January 2025: Blessed Pope Gregory X (Jan. 10) Read More »...