On Saturday, December 7, Marytown held its annual Christmas Cheer Franciscan Style, event as a way for the Friar’s to say thank you to all who support Marytown. Those who attended enjoyed having their pictures taken with Saint Nick, refreshments, and Holiday music.
Check out this poster that highlights the scientific contributions to civilization of clergy and Religious! (Created by Br. Joseph Wood, OFM Conv.)
Check out the latest issue of The Seraph, the newsletter of Saint Bonaventure Province!
Since arriving in the U.S. only a few months ago, Br. Bernard has certainly hit the ground running! Read his reflection on his time as Vocation Director and the latest Come & See that was hosted in Chicago.
We’ve added a new member to our team. Say hello to Jennifer Georgis, our new Director of Mission Advancement.
Meet Saint Bonaventure Province’s new Vocation Director!
Living fully in Christ means continually turning to God. Among the many Catholic ways of discerning God’s direction for us, the Franciscan approach comes from the lived example of St. Francis of Assisi. Read our new trifold to learn more.
For over 800 years, the Conventual Franciscans have continued to live the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. You can learn more about our world-wide Order and our Midwest-based Province in our new trifold brochure and booklet!
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.
