HOW WE SERVE
Each friar contributes to the mission of the Order by developing and applying his God-given talents. Teaching, nursing, administering sacraments, tailoring, and sharing musical or artistic abilities are just some of the ways we build up the Kingdom of God. We also place special emphasis on serving the most vulnerable of society.
Universal Presence
The Italian heart of the Order is centered in our continuous ministry at the 13th century basilica tombs of St. Francis in Assisi and St. Anthony in Padua. Today, Conventual friars serve in 67 countries on six continents.
Local Identity
St. Bonaventure Province was established in 1939 to serve the Midwestern United States. Our friars currently minister in the Archdiocese of Chicago, Milwaukee, and Detroit, and the diocese of Peoria, IL.
Chicago Area
St. Bonaventure Friary
Provincial Residence & Postulancy (1st year of initial formation) Program
Mary, Mother of God Parish
The National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe (Marytown, Libertyville, IL)
Central Illinois
St. Mary Catholic Church (Wenona, IL), St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (Lostant, IL), St. Patrick Catholic Church (Minok, IL), and St. Ann Catholic Church (Toluca, IL)
Detroit Area
St. Hedwig Cemetery (Dearborn Heights, MI)
St. Linus Church (Dearborn Heights, MI)