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Inspired by the Gospel of Jesus, and the example of Saints Francis and Clare, the Franciscan Action Network is a collective Franciscan voice seeking to transform United States public policy related to peace making, care for creation, poverty, and human rights.
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Take Action: Sign the Faith Family Reunification Petition
In 2018, through the ‘zero tolerance’ policy, 5,500 migrant families were cruelly separated. To this day, families remain separated and the trauma...
Franciscan Action Network Joins Climate Crisis Policy
At the invitation of Franciscan Solidarity Table members in New York, Franciscan Action Network is proud to announce our participation with the...
Take Action: Urge Lawmakers to Pass Background Check Legislation
Our country's gun violence takes the lives of more than 100 people, on average, every single day. We need more than thoughts and prayers from our...
PRESS RELEASE: Franciscans Applaud Passage of D.C. Statehood Bill in the House
April 22, 2021 Urge its quick passage in Senate Washington, D.C. - "As Franciscans and Franciscan-hearted people who are inspired by Saints Francis...
PRESS RELEASE: In wake of Chauvin Verdict, Franciscans Cry Out for Justice for Daunte Wright, Adam Toledo, and Ma’Khia Bryant
April 22, 2021 It is long past time our nation and our church confront white supremacy Washington, D.C. - The Franciscan Action Network welcomes...
PRESS RELEASE: Franciscans Call on President Biden to Take Action for Refugees
April 15, 2021 Keep your promise and sign the Presidential Determination immediately Washington, D.C. - The Biden Administration must act for...
Fratelli Tutti: Finding Sisterhood and Brotherhood to Overcome What Divides Us
Description: Inspired by Saint Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis’ Fratelli Tutti calls for a way of life marked by the "flavor of the Gospel." The...
PRESS RELEASE: Franciscan Action Network: Peace in America is Incompatible with AR-15s
March 23, 2021 Washington, D.C. - Shocked and saddened by yesterday’s mass murder in Boulder, Colorado, the Franciscan Action Network (FAN) calls...
PRESS RELEASE: Franciscans Applaud the Introduction of The For The People Act in the Senate
March 18, 2021 Washington, D.C. - “As we advocate in the spirits of Saints Francis and Clare and believe in the human dignity of all, the Franciscan...