A Franciscan Reflection in a Time of Crisis

Through our uniquely Franciscan relational love, we have compiled some resources here for our members and friends during this troubling time.

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Apr 17, 2020

Covid-19 has devastated normalcy and we pray for all the families tragically struck by this disease. Most at risk are those in whom we, as...

Urge your Members of Congress to Oppose EPA Rollbacks

Apr 9, 2020

In a newsletter I receive from the Little Portion Farm (a ministry of the Franciscan Friars Conventual, Our Lady of the Angels Province in Ellicott...

Various Opportunities to Participate in Virtual Stations of the Cross

Apr 3, 2020

As we enter Holy Week, we recognize that this year will look and feel so very different from the typical celebrations we are accustomed to. While...

PRESS RELEASE: Franciscans Deeply Concerned over Supreme Court DACA Decision Amidst Pandemic

Mar 27, 2020

Immediate Release March 27, 2020 Media Contact: Janine Walsh walsh@franciscanaction.org | 203-685-1856 Franciscans Deeply Concerned over Supreme...

Support DACA-mented and Immigrant Brothers and Sisters

Mar 23, 2020

As a community facing the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone can take steps to make an impact. As we practice social distancing, we can still show support...

A Franciscan Reflection in a Time of Crisis

Mar 17, 2020

"Let them manifest their love in deeds. With confidence let them make known their needs to one another so that each can find and offer to the other...

Urge Congress to Pass Democracy for All Amendment

Mar 12, 2020

Pope Francis calls on each of us to “meddle in politics" and we interpret this concept as a requirement that all Americans must have an equal say in...