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Revival Project Testimonial

Missions, Revival School Project

The following is a testimonial from Bill Wallwork, supporter of the Franciscan Friars, the Jamaica Mission, and the Revival School Project. If you arrive early enough at the Franciscan Mission of Mary Gate of Heaven Catholic Church in Negril, Westmoreland, Jamaica, you may catch Father Colin heading out…

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Fostering health and unity in Jamaica

Missions, Revival School Project

Raphael Ozoude checks the height and weight of a child. Photo by Colin King, OFM. In the cool hills surrounding Negril, where resources can be scarce and healthcare access is limited, St. Mary Clinic in Revival ensured that the children in the community were able to start the…

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August Newsletter: Happy Feast of the Assumption

Newsletter, Uncategorized

Fr. David Convertino, OFM Happy Feast of Our Lady of the Assumption! Before I share my reflection on today’s Feast Day, I must tell you that I am glad to be back from Rome. It was a business trip – meetings with the Order’s Minister General, who represents…

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Happy Feast of St. Clare

Prayer, Saint Clare

The Feast of St. Clare is celebrated on August 11. We've compiled resources to help you honor this great saint.

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St. Anthony Comes through Again, Again, and.... Again??

Saint Anthony

St. Benedict Scapular – Photo by Autom.com Years ago, I lost a very special ring. It was gone about a year. Eventually, I remembered to pray to St. Anthony and I then found it in a box of dog bones in my laundry room! Then, I lost my…

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Revival School Project: Goal and Objectives

Revival School Project

Early childhood education institutions play a crucial role in the development of young children, especially those in rural areas of the developing world. In Jamaica, these rural areas that are often forgotten about are called “The Bush”. We are working to build an Infant…

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Where to Begin?

Newsletter

Fr. David Convertino, OFM My name is Fr. David, I would like to make a full confession – I’m a little nervous about my first letter to you. What should I say? How should I start? How should I acknowledge our beloved Fr. John? He is one tough…

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St. Clare Novena

Prayer, Saint Clare

Pray the Solemn Novena to St. Clare of Assisi with us! Sign up to receive the novena prayers in your email inbox beginning August 2 through August 10, culminating in St. Clare's Feast Day August 11.

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The Kids are in the Car... Where are the Keys?!

Saint Anthony

I had put all four of our children in the car and fastened them into their car seats and prepared to run some errands. Not an easy task! But alas, I could not find my keys!

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Getting Serious About Education in Jamaica

Revival School Project

Fr. Colin King, OFM with a few of the young children he wants to be able to educate in the new and expanded school. A Jamaican man who gave a gift for the Revival Infant School at a small fundraiser told the volunteers, “People come and go making…

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God is with us always from Fr. Mark

Newsletter, Uncategorized

Photo by Unsplash / Austin Schmid (Editor’s Note: This is Provincial Minister Mark Soehner’s homily from the SJB Province Mass of Thanksgiving, June 16, 2023, in its entirety. He draws his reflection from Matthew’s Gospel quoted below.) The eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which…

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Thanks and Welcome

News

Thank you, Father John! For being my beloved friend and guide – our beloved friend and guide. ..... And join me in a warm and inviting Franciscan welcome to Fr. David!

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Faith endures at St. Mary of the Angels

Missions

As parishioners at St. Mary of the Angels (SMA) in New Orleans’ Upper Ninth Ward gather for Mass each Sunday Morning, there is an overwhelming sense of joy and gratitude for the goodness of God and the presence of the Franciscan friars.

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The Timeliness of
St. Anthony

Saint Anthony

A student came to my classroom asking if I had seen her Apple watch. She had lost it 2 WEEKS AGO and was afraid to tell her parents it was lost.

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St. Anthony Helps a Grieving Family

Saint Anthony

St. Anthony comes to the aid of a daughter searching for a missing picture of her father for his funeral service.

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Mass Times: 2023 Feast of St. Anthony of Padua

Events

View the Mass schedule for the 2023 Feast of St. Anthony of Padua here!

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Join Us for a Weeklong Celebration of St. Anthony!

Saint Anthony

Fr. David Convertino, OFM, will be exploring St. Anthony of Padua's life, miracles, prayers, preaching, and more in a thought-provoking new video series!

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St. Anthony Never Sleeps

Saint Anthony

Fr. Greg Friedman, OFM, enlisted the help of St. Anthony after losing some very important friary keys.

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Boost Your Retirement Income and Support the Franciscans with Your “Legacy IRA”

Estate Planning

Did you know you can use your IRA to create a charitable gift annuity that will provide you with lifetime income and support our Franciscan friars?

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A St. Anthony Miracle Indeed

Saint Anthony

Richard lost his cell phone when he was traveling in Spain! See how a prayer to St. Anthony helped.

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Easter 2023 Mass Schedule

Lent and Easter

View the 2023 Easter Mass schedule for the Shrine here!

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Jamaican Medical Clinic Challenge Grant

Missions

The Jasper Foundation is offering a Challenge Grant for the friars' medical clinic in Jamaica. All gifts up to a total of $20,000 will be matched from February 15 through March 15!

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St. Anthony Helps a Teacher

Saint Anthony

Cathy's favorite intercessor is St. Anthony. When she lost an earring in her classroom and couldn't locate it, she didn't hesitate to call on our trusted patron saint.

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Day of Prayer to End Racism

Prayer

January 14th has been designated by the OFM Franciscans of the English-speaking world as “A Day of Prayer to End Racism."

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Jamaican Medical Clinic Update

Missions

Get an update from the friars about their medical clinic in Jamaica.

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St. Anthony and Eight Days of Nonstop Prayer

Saint Anthony

St. Anthony helped a couple locate a missing swimsuit after much prayer and searching.

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A Significant Date in the Life of St. Anthony

Saint Anthony

January 16th is a significant date in the life of St. Anthony of Padua.

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Support the Franciscans with a Tax-Smart Gift!

Estate Planning

It's not too late to support the Franciscans with a tax-smart gift in 2022!

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Advent Prayer

Advent and Christmas, Prayer

Join us in a prayer for the Advent Season.

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St. Francis, St. Anthony, and the Incarnation

Advent and Christmas

Fr. John Bok reflects on St. Francis, St. Anthony and the Incarnation of Jesus.

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