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The Seraph Newsletter (Summer 2025)

Check out the latest issue of The Seraph, the newsletter of Saint Bonaventure Province, for news and notables from the Friars.

In this issue, you’ll meet our student friars — this summer, five novices were invested with the Franciscan habit in Arroyo Grande, California and nine postulants began their formation journey in Chicago, Illinois! Also, enjoy photos from Corpus Christi processions around St. Bonaventure Province and read updates from our Apostolates (ministries) across the Midwest. Learn some exciting news from the Mission Advancement team, and lastly, add our upcoming events to your calendars.

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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.