Our work on Immigration and Human Rights

Our work on Immigration and Human Rights

The foundation for FAN’s work on Immigration is found in scripture, Catholic Social Teaching, and Franciscan tradition and values. Welcoming the stranger is a mandate in the Hebrew Scriptures. In the 25th chapter of Matthew, the Last Judgment, Jesus teaches that we...
Recording: Transitioning to a Peace Economy

Recording: Transitioning to a Peace Economy

On Thursday, April 11, 2024, Executive Director Michele Dunne participated in a discussion hosted by Peace Economy Project on the foundational principles of a peace economy and the practical steps towards achieving this goal. Watch the recording on YouTube by clicking...
Preparing our Hearts to be Peacemakers

Preparing our Hearts to be Peacemakers

On February 29, 2024 the Franciscan Action Network hosted a Lenten program, “Preparing our Hearts to be Peacemakers.” Our speakers included renowned Franciscan scholar Fr. Michael Cusato OFM, scholar in residence at St. Bonaventure University, and Rachel Kleinfeld,...