Secular Franciscans

The Secular Franciscan Order, formerly known as the Third Order of St. Francis, is an official Order within the Catholic Church, established by St. Francis of Assisi early in the thirteenth century. By profession, Secular Franciscans promise to follow a Rule of Life approved and confirmed by Pope Paul VI in June of 1978.

What We Do…

Ordinarily, Secular Franciscans do not live in community; rather, we live with our families and perform our jobs out in the world, gathering in fraternities on a regular basis. In these fraternities the brothers and sisters, led by the Spirit, strive for ongoing daily conversion, to turn away from sin and to be faithful to the Gospel. We seek, with and only with God’s grace, perfect charity in our secular state, helping one another in this journey closer to Christ, following in the footsteps of Sts. Francis and Clare.  If you are interested in pursing this way of life established by St. Francis of Assisi please contact us.  Visit our website for more information on who we are and what we do:  www.stfrancisofs.com

Fraternity Meetings:

The St. Francis Fraternity meets every 3rd Sunday of the month from 2 to 4 PM at Social Hall of St. Mary’s Basilica.  All visitors are welcomed.

Franciscan Young Adults (YouFra):

The St. Francis Fraternity also sponsors Franciscan Young Adults (YouFra) an outreach to young adults in their late teens, twenties, and thirties; single, married, divorced, or widowed; and with or without children who feel called to follow Christ in the example of St. Francis of Assisi.  For more information visit the following link:  Franciscan Young Adults (YouFra)

For More Information:

Formation Director
Dan Medina, OFS
Email:  [email protected]
Website:  www.stfrancisofs.com