New Video: “A Vocation Story”
Posted by Br. Joseph Mary Elder, O.F.M.Cap. at Mar
Introducing a new short film by the Capuchin Franciscans, Province of St. Conrad, featuring Fr. Joseph Mary. In this video Fr. Joseph recounts his conversion to Christ and the decision to follow St. Francis as a Capuchin Friar. Please share this video with friends!
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Rebuild My Church Retreat a Success
Posted by Br. Joseph Mary Elder, O.F.M.Cap. at Feb
Fifteen men participated in the Rebuild My Church vocation retreat at St. Anthony of Padua Friary in Denver, Feb. 7-9. Several of the men were from Denver, but others traveled from California, Nebraska, New Mexico and Texas to take part in the retreat. Led by vocation directors, Fr. Joseph Mary and Br. Joseph Patrick, the […]
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St. Ignazio da Laconi, O.F.M.Cap. 1701-1781
Posted by Deacon Jim Blume, OFS at Dec
was born in Laconi, Sardinia, December 17th 1701. His parents, Mattia Peis and Anna Maria Sanna, called him Francesco. From the time he was a child he distinguished himself by his innocence and devotion, to a degree that he was called «il Santarello». He became a Capuchin Lay Brother in November 10th 1721 and spent […]
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Announcing: “Rebuild My Church” Vocation Retreat, Feb. 7-9, 2014
Posted by Br. Joseph Mary Elder, O.F.M.Cap. at Nov
February 07-09, 2014 Denver, Colorado St. Anthony of Padua Capuchin Friary In the time of St. Francis, the people of God were wavering under the weight of corruption and the evils of the time. God raised up St. Francis as a great light to illuminate the love of Jesus Christ and to rebuild the Church. […]
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Professional Soccer Player Drew Beckie sees Fr. John Lager as “Father figure”
Posted by Deacon Jim Blume, OFS at Nov
Defending the Beauty of the Catholic Faith Columbus Crew rookie soccer player Drew Beckie asserts his appreciation for the Church. by TRENT BEATTIE 10/29/2013 Columbus Crew defender Drew Beckie In an age when a number of young people leave the Church, professional soccer player Drew Beckie remains happily at home with Catholicism. The former All-Mountain […]
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Blessed Angelo of Acri, O.F.M. Cap. was born on October 19th
Posted by Deacon Jim Blume, OFS at Oct
He was born Luke Anthony Falcone on October 19, 1669 in Acri, Calabria, Italy. At the age of 18 he decided to become a Capuchin Franciscan, but oppressed by doubts and uncertainties, he left the Novitiate twice; the third time he remained. He professed vows in 1691 and took the name “Angelo”. He confided to […]
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This is a test
Posted by Br. Joseph Mary Elder, O.F.M.Cap. at Oct
Please ignore. This is merely a test…
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Newly Professed Friar, Robert Kosi in New Guinea
Posted by Deacon Jim Blume, OFS at Aug
Brother Robert Kosi, OFM Cap., a native of West New Britain, make his final profession on August 26th at a parish about an hour away from Kimbe. Fr. Peter Meis, O.F.M. Cap. preached and received the vows. Fr. Jonathan Williams and several other brothers were here, too, for the celebration. Bishop Bill Fey, O.F.M. Cap. […]
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Post Tagged with New Capuchin “Blessed” to be named including Br. Thomas Acerbis of Olera
Posted by Deacon Jim Blume, OFS at Aug
Thirty-four new Blesseds will be added to the already extensive rolls of the Saints and Blesseds of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin. Br. Thomas Acerbis of Olera (1563-1631) will be declared blessed on September 21, 2013 in Bergamo. On October 13, 2013 in Tarragona, in a celebration that will be large because of both […]
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Un Fin de Semana para los que tienen interés en una vocación religiosa con los Capuchinos
Posted by Deacon Jim Blume, OFS at Jul
Los Franciscanos Capuchinos van a ofrecer un fin de semana para los que tienen interés en una vocación religiosa. El retiro tomará lugar los días 23-25 de agosto en el St. Anthony Friary en Denver. Es una oportunidad para jóvenes de 18 años o más de conocer a los Capuchinos, discernir la llamada de Dios […]
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Recent Posts
- New Video: “A Vocation Story”
- Rebuild My Church Retreat a Success
- St. Ignazio da Laconi, O.F.M.Cap. 1701-1781
- Announcing: “Rebuild My Church” Vocation Retreat, Feb. 7-9, 2014
- Professional Soccer Player Drew Beckie sees Fr. John Lager as “Father figure”
