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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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FAN Shows Up – 2024 Actions and Events
An important part of advocacy for social justice is attending and planning actions. These visible events help our lawmakers in Washington, D.C. and...
Recording of Faith in Democracy Vigil
On January 5, 2024 FAN and Faith in Peace Concerts hosted the third annual Faith in Democracy Interfaith Vigil. If you missed any of the event, you...
Christian Nonviolence Call-in Day
Please consider participating in a Christian Nonviolence Call-in Day on Wednesday, Dec. 20 Background: As people of faith, we are called not to turn...
January 5 Faith in Democracy Interfaith Vigil
As people of faith, we are called to act as peacemakers and bridge-builders. We will begin 2024 by calling on all Americans to respect and improve...
Franciscan Action Network Urges Asylum Protection
Immediate Release December 1, 2023 Media Contact: Janine Walsh | walsh@franciscanaction.org Franciscan Action Network Urges Asylum Protection In...
Christmas Peace Advocacy Card
As the horrific images of suffering Gazans and traumatized hostages continue to break our hearts, FAN and other faith based organizations seek ways...
Catholic pray-in at the White House calls for President Biden to support Israel-Hamas ceasefire
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: November 2, 2023 Catholic pray-in at the White House calls for President Biden to support Israel-Hamas ceasefire ...
FAN Needs You in 2024
What a year this has been for our work together as the Franciscan Action Network (FAN)! While our planet struggles with climate crises, the world’s...
Franciscan Justice Leadership Conference a great success!
One couldn't help but feel the positive energy in the room at the first Franciscan Justice Leadership Conference held Oct. 13-16 with the theme...
