PERFORMANCES: SATURDAY DECEMBER 16, 2023 AT 7PM SUNDAY DECEMBER 17, 2023 AT 2PM FREE TO ALL BRING FAMILY AND FRIENDS
"St. Francis 'Lived in the Scriptures': The Biblical Roots of Franciscan Spirituality" A program presented in partnership with Franciscan School of Theology One of St. Francis’ earliest biographers, Thomas of Celano, tells us that Francis “lived in the Scriptures.” We see an intense focus on the Gospels within the writings of St. Francis. The Synoptic […]
Fr. Conrad Targonski, Greg Masiello and Rev. Dr. Bill Reese A Franciscan Retreat for Veterans and Service Members This retreat is designed to offer active-duty service members and veterans healing insights from one of the most beloved but misunderstood saints, St. Francis of Assisi. Most people don’t know that St. Francis was a soldier and […]
Friday, Mar 8, 2024, 4:00pm through Sunday, Mar 10, 2024, 1:00pm Fr. Steven McMichael A weekend retreat that will immerse you in St. Francis' writings. In recent years, Italian scholars have produced many books and articles on the theme of mercy and compassion in the writings of Francis of Assisi. This retreat presents the fruit […]
A program presented in partnership with Franciscan School of Theology "Frescos in the Basilica of St. Francis: Unveiling Franciscan Spirituality through Visual Art" We will closely observe paintings in the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi. Through this immersive experience, we will witness how the visually magnificent portrayal of the life of St. Francis captivates […]
A program presented in partnership with the Franciscan School of Theology "The Humility of St. Francis" Jesus tells us "Learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart" (Matthew 11:29). Humility is a virtue, but most of us don't want to have anything to do with it. St. Francis, on the other hand, […]
