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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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Fact Sheets Outlining the Pathways to Legalization
We have a real shot at immigration reform this year. Congress is on the verge of creating a new, long overdue pathway for millions of immigrants...
Season of Creation Lecture: Creation Care – What & Why?
On September 9, 2021 the Franciscan Action Network hosted a lecture in celebration of the Season of Creation: “Creation Care - What and Why?” We...
PRESS RELEASE: Franciscan Action Network applauds passage of HR4 in the House
Urges Senate to Act Immediately August 25, 2021 Washington, DC - “As Franciscans and Franciscan-hearted people, we believe that all human beings...
Four Phases of Franciscan Justice Circles
The Franciscan Justice Circle process follows four phases. While not always linear in their progression, the phases help guide us to build upon our...
Faith, Farming & U.S Policy: How Proposed Agriculture Bills Address Climate Change
On Thursday, June 17, 2021 the Franciscan Solidarity Table of NYC hosted a webinar about proposed agricultural legislation critical for food justice...
Belonging Begins with Us Video Homily Campaign
We’ve all had moments where we’ve felt we didn’t belong, but for people who moved to this country, that feeling lasts more than a moment. We all...
The Covid Vaccine: A Franciscan Perspective
As part of our commitment to promote the Covid-19 Vaccine and equity in distribution, Franciscan Action Network hosted a webinar on June 30, 2021 to...
Solidarity With Seafarers Campaign
Each year, the Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking (CCOAHT), of which Franciscan Action Network is a member, launches a...
#WeAreEssential Fast for Freedom Launches in Washington, D.C.
June 9, 2021 was the launch of the #WeAreEssential Fast for Freedom in Washington, D.C. (pictured, below, left) to shine a spotlight on our nation’s...