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Welcoming Relics of Blessed Martyrs to the Friary

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On the evening of August 9, 1991, in the village of Pariacoto, Peru, two Conventual Franciscan friars, Fr. Michał Tomaszek and Fr. Zbigniew Strzałkowski, were abducted and killed by the terrorist group the Shining Path. Their story continues to inspire, especially as Christians around the world still suffer persecution. In honor of their witness and to encourage vocations, the Province of St. Bonaventure was presented first-class relics of the martyrs.

World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life

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Today is the World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life. Celebrated on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (February 2), this day calls all the members of the Church to give thanks and pray for the deepening of this vocation and for many more to hear the call to the Consecrated Life.

The Seraph Newsletter (Winter 2025)

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Check out the latest issue of The Seraph, the newsletter of Saint Bonaventure Province. See how our Apostolates got into the Christmas spirit. Get an update from our Vocation Director about the SEEK 2025 Conference. You can also find out about upcoming events to add to your calendars!

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.