The Gift That Arrives Late

By John Edgar Rediscovering Music, Vocation, and God’s Continuing Call There comes a time in life when we begin to look backward more often than forward. Wereflect upon the years that have passed, the goals we have pursued, and theaccomplishments that have shaped our lives. We may even begin to … Continue Reading →

From Meditation to Contemplation: Living OFS Rule 8

I have found myself returning to a question that seems simple at first: When does meditation become contemplation? For Secular Franciscans, this is not merely an interesting spiritual question. It goes to the heart of Rule 8, which reminds us that, because Jesus was the true worshipper of the Father, … Continue Reading →

Eight Centuries of the Poverello: Celebrating the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi

In 2026, the global Franciscan family gathers to commemorate a profound milestone: the 800th anniversary of the Transitus—the passing of St. Francis of Assisi from this life into eternal life on October 3, 1226. To mark this historic octocentenary, a Jubilee Year spanning from January 2026 to January 2027 has … Continue Reading →

ARG 2026

Another blessed year at the ARG in Ridgecrest, NC! Once again, we were gifted with an amazing time sharing in God’s presence, enjoying the beauty of creation, breaking bread together, and deepening our Franciscan bonds. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who pitched in to make this year special. Whether … Continue Reading →

Profession 2026

Celebrating Our Newly Professed Members: Carey, Lisa, and Drew! August 22nd, 2026 was a day of abundant joy and grace for our fraternity! On the feast of Queenship of Mary – we gathered at St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Duluth, GA, to celebrate the Profession Mass for our dear brothers … Continue Reading →

Greccio – Christmas Potluck – 2025

Merry Christmas! We had a very nice Greccio celebration and the Christmas potluck in St. Monica Catholic church in December. Thanks to Christine to preparing and leading the celebration. Thanks to all that were able to join us and share the food, time, and other blessings! Merry Christmas and Happy … Continue Reading →

ARG 2025

Another year, another ARG in Ridgecrest, NC. Amazing time with God, nature, people, food, and overall experience. Thanks for all who participated with the display, adoration room, snacks, gleaning bags, transportation, etc. We had a good spiritual time, time with Jesus in the adoration room, discussions with fellow Franciscans and … Continue Reading →

ARG 2024

After a year, our fraternity was able to participate in another ARG – Annual Regional Gathering – in Ridgecrest, NC. The weekend was filled with spiritual, social, and educational gatherings. Thanks to all who contributed and participated in this beautiful event. From Liturgy, board, banner, snacks, Eucharistic adoration, social, presentations, … Continue Reading →

Rite of Admission

We have 3 new Candidates!Praise the Lord! We were blessed that Lisa, Carrey and Drew became our newest candidates. Thanks to David R, Deacon Tom, Margi and all that were involved in forming these 3 new candidates to become so far. Peace and all good!