Our Mission
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.
Peace Making
Care for Creation
Poverty
Human Rights
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Acting Franciscan Podcast
How are we called to live the gospel life in the Franciscan Tradition in our modern world? While we do not have all the answers, we know that...
Creation Care in Cleveland
Moved to action by the decision of the state of Ohio to allow fracking in designated wildlife areas and state parks, a Cleveland Area - FJC member...
Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Franciscan Justice Circle Events
On April 21, members of the Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Franciscan Justice Circle participated in a viewing and discussion of the film, The Letter-A...
Bi-lingual Earth Day Prayer Liturgy in New Jersey
The Justice, Peace & Integrity of Creation Team at St. Mary’s Church of Pompton Lakes, NJ held a bi-lingual Earth Day Prayer Liturgy on 4/22/24...
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...
Befriending our Impoverished Neighbors & Becoming Blessed
In 2023 for the first time, Franciscan Action Network held an unconventional benefit; we invited members of our Network to sponsor or buy a ticket...
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...
Awakening to Environmental Justice – Part 1 & 2
On April 2, 2024 Part 1 of FAN's “Awakening to Environmental Justice” training workshop offered tools to use in researching instances of...
Call the White House to Ask for No More Bombs for Gaza War
Franciscan Action Network joins other faith organizations in urging calls to the White House to ask President Biden to immediately cease delivering...
