Franciscans say: Black Lives Matter

Amidst the upheaval over the killing of multiple black people, FAN staff joined a prayer vigil which served as a peaceful protest of a Presidential visit to the Saint John Paul II shrine.

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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The Franciscan Action Network connects Franciscans and Franciscan-hearted individuals from all branches of the Franciscan family tree through Franciscan Solidarity Tables, a grassroots advocacy initiative that is taking shape in cities throughout the country.

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Help us Nurture, Cherish, and Care for God’s Creation

May 6, 2020

This month we celebrate the 5th anniversary of Laudato Si’ – the environmental encyclical of Pope Francis that calls on the faithful to take up our...

“Faithful Democracy” Money in Politics Campaign

May 6, 2020

The Gospel of Matthew tells us that we must not serve God and money. (Matthew 6:24) After hearing God’s call to “rebuild His Church” a young St....

Creation 3-2-1

Apr 29, 2020

FAN Member Carolyn D. Townes, OFS is the National Animator of Justice Peace and Integrity of Creation for the U.S. Secular Franciscan Order and has...

Virtual Franciscan Ecumenical Advocacy Days Gathering

Apr 27, 2020

Each year, Franciscans gather at the Ecumenical Advocacy Days' (EAD) annual conference to build relationships, hear about advocacy opportunities and...

Faithful Democracy Town Hall: Protecting Our Democracy in the Face of COVID-19

Apr 23, 2020

The Franciscan Action Network (FAN) is a proud leader of the Faithful Democracy coalition. This is a multifaith coalition of faith-based...

FAN Works to Support DACA Youth and Immigrants

Apr 23, 2020

Faith communities across traditions have repeatedly demonstrated an unwavering commitment to immigrant youth and their families. Over the years, the...