The following is a testimonial from Bill Wallwork, supporter of the Franciscan Friars, the Jamaica Mission, and the Revival School Project. If you arrive early enough at the Franciscan Mission of Mary Gate of Heaven Catholic Church in Negril, Westmoreland, Jamaica, you may catch Father Colin heading out…
Read MoreRaphael Ozoude checks the height and weight of a child. Photo by Colin King, OFM. In the cool hills surrounding Negril, where resources can be scarce and healthcare access is limited, St. Mary Clinic in Revival ensured that the children in the community were able to start the…
Read MoreFr. David Convertino, OFM Happy Feast of Our Lady of the Assumption! Before I share my reflection on today’s Feast Day, I must tell you that I am glad to be back from Rome. It was a business trip – meetings with the Order’s Minister General, who represents…
Read MoreThe Feast of St. Clare is celebrated on August 11. We've compiled resources to help you honor this great saint.
Read MoreSt. Benedict Scapular – Photo by Autom.com Years ago, I lost a very special ring. It was gone about a year. Eventually, I remembered to pray to St. Anthony and I then found it in a box of dog bones in my laundry room! Then, I lost my…
Read MoreEarly childhood education institutions play a crucial role in the development of young children, especially those in rural areas of the developing world. In Jamaica, these rural areas that are often forgotten about are called “The Bush”. We are working to build an Infant…
Read MoreFr. David Convertino, OFM My name is Fr. David, I would like to make a full confession – I’m a little nervous about my first letter to you. What should I say? How should I start? How should I acknowledge our beloved Fr. John? He is one tough…
Read MorePray the Solemn Novena to St. Clare of Assisi with us! Sign up to receive the novena prayers in your email inbox beginning August 2 through August 10, culminating in St. Clare's Feast Day August 11.
Read MoreI had put all four of our children in the car and fastened them into their car seats and prepared to run some errands. Not an easy task! But alas, I could not find my keys!
Read MoreFr. Colin King, OFM with a few of the young children he wants to be able to educate in the new and expanded school. A Jamaican man who gave a gift for the Revival Infant School at a small fundraiser told the volunteers, “People come and go making…
Read MorePhoto by Unsplash / Austin Schmid (Editor’s Note: This is Provincial Minister Mark Soehner’s homily from the SJB Province Mass of Thanksgiving, June 16, 2023, in its entirety. He draws his reflection from Matthew’s Gospel quoted below.) The eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which…
Read MoreA student came to my classroom asking if I had seen her Apple watch. She had lost it 2 WEEKS AGO and was afraid to tell her parents it was lost.
Read MoreSt. Anthony comes to the aid of a daughter searching for a missing picture of her father for his funeral service.
Read MoreFr. David Convertino, OFM, will be exploring St. Anthony of Padua's life, miracles, prayers, preaching, and more in a thought-provoking new video series!
Read MoreFr. Greg Friedman, OFM, enlisted the help of St. Anthony after losing some very important friary keys.
Read MoreDid you know you can use your IRA to create a charitable gift annuity that will provide you with lifetime income and support our Franciscan friars?
Read MoreRichard lost his cell phone when he was traveling in Spain! See how a prayer to St. Anthony helped.
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Read MoreCathy's favorite intercessor is St. Anthony. When she lost an earring in her classroom and couldn't locate it, she didn't hesitate to call on our trusted patron saint.
Read MoreSt. Anthony helped a couple locate a missing swimsuit after much prayer and searching.
Read MoreJanuary 16th is a significant date in the life of St. Anthony of Padua.
Read MoreIt's not too late to support the Franciscans with a tax-smart gift in 2022!
Read MoreFr. John Bok reflects on St. Francis, St. Anthony and the Incarnation of Jesus.
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