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Meet the New Vocation Director

We are happy to introduce Br. Bernard Mary as the new Vocation Director for Saint Bonaventure Province!

“Greetings! My name is Br. Bernard Mary and I am originally from Sydney, Australia. Prior to joining the Order in 2013, I was a High School History and Geography teacher. After completing my initial formation in Chicago, I returned to Australia for further studies in Theology and Church History. There, I assisted with our parish Youth and Young Adult Ministry; Sacramental formation process; and was the Director of our Franciscan Shrine of the Holy Innocents – a pro-life Shrine and retreat center.

Being back in Chicago and the Midwest is somewhat of a homecoming for me. It is a privilege to accompany these men who are earnestly discerning where and how God is calling them to serve. If you, or any Catholic men you know, are interested in learning more about the Franciscan Order, please contact me at friarvocations@franciscancommunity.org.

May the Lord give you His peace!”

       – Brother Bernard

Franciscans of Saint Bonaventure Province

Friars Minor Conventual

6107 North Kenmore Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60660

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Safeguarding Statement

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.