Saint Francis

Changing of the Guard...Guardian at St. Anthony Shrine

Newsletter, Saint Anthony, Saint Francis

Fr. Carl Langenderfer Fr. Carl Langenderfer spent the last 12 years at St. Anthony Friary and Shrine, first as formation director for the Postulants, then as Guardian and Director of the St Anthony Shrine.  On July 1, Fr.…

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You are invited to an evening with Robert Ellsberg

Events, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Anthony, Saint Clare, Saint Francis

Robert Ellsberg Bestselling author Robert Ellsberg to speak at St. Anthony Shrine ~ Please join the Franciscan friars on Wednesday, July 19 at 7:00 PM, as Franciscan Media hosts an evening with Robert Ellsberg at the St.…

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The spiritual wisdom of Fr. Joe Rayes, OFM

Missions, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Francis, Senior Friars

Fr. Joe Rayes, OFM In 1987, Fr. Joe Rayes, OFM wrote a book called Living Religious Vows, but what impressed people the most was that he lived what he preached.  Fr. Joe was a passionate man…

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New Leadership Team

News, Saint Francis, Vocations

On May 31st, elections were held at the Provincial Chapter meeting at St. Meinrad Abbey in Indiana. Our newly elected leadership team (from left) Councilors Br. Vince Delorenzo, OFM, and Br. John Barker, OFM; Minister Provincial Mark Soehner, OFM,…

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Book recommendations from Franciscan Media

Jesus, News, Newsletter, Pope Francis, Prayer, Saint Clare, Saint Francis

Meeting God in the Upper Room: Three Moments to Change Your Life Monsignor Peter J. Vaghi Recalling his own Holy Land pilgrimage experience, Monsignor Peter Vaghi explores three significant events in the life of the early Church…

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Lent with Br. Casey Cole, OFM

Lent and Easter, Prayer, Saint Francis, Vocations

Br. Casey’s latest video, “Confidence” ~ Lent is upon us, a time of prayer, reflection, and unity with God. But sometimes we miss important aspects of this holy season while we are in the midst of it.

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Authentic peace begins with charity

Jesus, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Francis

Robert H. Mace When I first encountered the Franciscan Friars, my life was forever changed because the lives, ministries and message of these dedicated men was profoundly compelling.  I am reminded of St. Bonaventure’s suggestion that authentic peace begins…

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Praise for 'Lent with St. Francis'

Jesus, Lent and Easter, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Francis

Lent with St. Francis, 2017: Meditations and Prayers for Each Day of Lent was very popular and we completely ran out.  We asked you to share your thoughts about the booklet. Mark Carroll, Secular Franciscan from Bay Village…

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Mardi Gras Fundraiser

Events, Missions, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Anthony, Saint Francis, Senior Friars, Vocations

Friars Frank Jasper, Al Hirt, and Jeff Scheeler toast the release of St. Anthony’s Quad Beer Mission Fundraiser at Urban Artifact ~ On February 28, 2017, Mardi Gras, the St. Anthony Quad Beer was released to the…

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St. Anthony Quad Beer Release Fundraiser

Events, Missions, News, Prayer, Saint Anthony, Saint Francis, Senior Friars, Vocations

Fr. Frank Jasper and Fr. Carl Langenderfer invite you to the St. Anthony Quad Beer Release Party and Fundraiser at Urban Artifact Brewery Party with the Friars from 4 PM till Midnight on Mardi Gras! ~ Join…

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