Latest Event Updates
Registration Form: Spring Gathering
Local ministers have been sent the registration form for the Spring Gathering, to be held Saturday April 27th in Saginaw. To view or print an extra copy in PDF format, click HERE.
The 800th Anniversary of the Encounter between St. Francis and Sultan al-Malik al-Kāmil
In celebration of the 800th anniversary of the encounter between St. Francis and the Sultan, the General Minister of the Friars Minor, Br. Michael Perry OFM, has sent us a letter. To read the letter, click HERE.
A Message From St. David Fraternity, Washington, MI
Hello Brothers, and Sisters in Christ:
We, at Saint David Fraternity, are extremely excited to be sending this letter to all our surrounding OFS Fraternities! Saint David Fraternity in Washington, Michigan is requesting that we all come together at Saint Joseph Chapel and Shrine of the Immaculate Heart of Mary in Pontiac (400 South Blvd. West, Pontiac, MI 48341) on March 25th for the Feast of the Annunciation for Mass and fellowship.
Click HERE to continue reading the message from St. David Fraternity…
Emmaus Road: One Day, One Story
Full day workshop that includes lunch and childcare
Keynote Speaker: Francisco (Paco) Gavrilides from Sacred Heart Seminary
Other speakers during the day include David Seitz OFS
Schedule
9:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast (in Parish Activity Center—PAC)
9:30 a.m. Children’s Workshop (drop off 9:15 a.m. in gym)
9:30 a.m. Childcare (ages 6 months to 3 yr. old) drop off in school Preschool classroom
10:00 a.m. Opening Prayer (PAC)
10:15 a.m. Keynote Speaker (PAC): Francisco (Paco) Gavrilides
11:30 a.m. Workshop Session A
12:30 p.m. Portable Lunch available until 2:00 p.m. (eat in or carry to next session)
1:00 p.m. Workshop Session B
2:15 p.m. Workshop Session C
3:30 p.m. Join us for the Sacrament of Reconciliation in church
Cost: Free with Registration
St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Ann Arbor, MI
Click HERE for more information.
Registration is necessary. Register HERE.
January 2019 Divine Mercy Region Newsletter
The January 2019 Newsletter has been published. Local Fraternity Ministers will receive it in their email in-boxes shortly. Please make sure your members receive a copy.
Click HERE to see an online copy. It is in PDF format and can be viewed or downloaded for printing from here as well.
Statement from the 2018 National Chapter of the Secular Franciscan Order
We, the members of the National Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order – USA, gathered for our annual Chapter at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel in Missouri, October 9-14, 2018. Approximately 90 leaders and observers were present, representing over 12,000 members throughout the United States, including Guam.
The recent Grand Jury report in Pennsylvania is a cause of sorrow, pain and agonizing self-scrutiny for the Catholic Church in the United States. We recognize the tragic reality of sinful abuse perpetrated on the most vulnerable. It deeply saddens all of us. We stand firm and make no excuses. The brothers and sisters of the Secular Franciscan Order extend mercy and compassion to the victims of abuse and to their abusers. Trusting in God who allows the good seed and the weeds to grow together (Mt. 13: 24-30), we pray for healing, forgiveness, reconciliation and peace.
More than 800 years ago, our Lord asked St. Francis of Assisi to “rebuild my Church which is falling into ruin.” Francis accomplished this by living a life of penance and sacrifice according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As followers of St. Francis, we commit ourselves to do the same. We call the members of our Order and invite all people of faith to be vigilant for the sake of the vulnerable and to foster strong relationships throughout the Body of Christ. We support the clergy and religious who serve Christ Jesus and His Church. Let us go forth in the Light of Christ to rebuild our Church, that it may be renewed as a beacon of hope and safe refuge, grace and truth.
Annual Report
Each of the local ministers was sent a copy of the Annual Report Form. Click HERE for an extra copy.
