Check out the latest newsletter! In this issue, we highlight the Solemn Professions of two of our friars and enjoy snapshots from Transitus celebrations around St. Bonaventure Province. You’ll also enjoy updates from our Apostolates (ministries) across the Midwest including photos from our annual Pet Blessings.
The Conventual Franciscan Friars of Saint Bonaventure Province are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-aligned Administrative Assistant & Database Coordinator to support both the Provincial Office and Mission Advancement Team.
The Conventual Franciscan Friars are seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the Vocation Office of Saint Bonaventure Province. The Coordinator serves as lead staff person for developing and implementing the office’s communications strategy.
On October 4th, the Conventual Franciscan Friars celebrate the Feast of our Seraphic Father, Saint Francis of Assisi. May our Seraphic Father, St. Francis, intercede for us all, and inspire us to witness to the radical love and mercy of Christ in today’s world.
Just in time for ‘Franciscan Month,’ the Vocation Office has released two new holy cards. Adding to our collection of holy cards of Franciscan saints, the Vocation Office has created two brand new additions, Saint Clare of Assisi and Blesseds Michał and Zbigniew.
🎥 Watch a special message from our Minister Provincial, Fr. Paul Joseph Langevin, inviting you to join us in celebrating Franciscan Month.
The Franciscan Friars Conventual of St. Bonaventure Province are committed to creating safe environments for children and vulnerable adults.
Every friar in active ministry must complete training in Virtus (the National Catholic Risk Retention Group) and any other safe environment compliances required by the dioceses in which they serve.
In addition, St. Bonaventure Province has its own Safe Environment Commission that oversees the implementation and monitoring of the Province’s Policies, Procedures, and Protocols for Ethical Ministry with Minors and Vulnerable Adults.
Any allegation regarding the Franciscan Friars Conventual of this Province receives an immediate response. This includes the Province’s full cooperation with local law enforcement authorities and Ordinaries who have ecclesial jurisdiction over these matters, as well as a duly diligent investigation by a qualified third party in order to substantiate credibility.
