Welcome to Jennifer Georgis, Director of Mission Advancement

Dear Brothers and Friends,

I am honored and excited to join the St. Bonaventure Province as the new Director of Mission Advancement. It is a privilege to become part of this community, and I look forward to working closely with the friars and all the ministries that make the St. Bonaventure Province a center of Catholic faith, Marian devotion, and service.

Together, I believe we can build upon the incredible work already being done, while investing in the education of future friars and the continuation of respectful care of the retired and infirmed friars.

I am grateful for the warm welcome I’ve received so far and look forward to getting to know each of you as we move forward together in hope and collaboration.

Brightest Blessings,

Jennifer Georgis

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.