Young Franciscans (YouFra)

Welcome to Young Franciscans (YouFra), a young adult ministry to college students and young adults (18-39 years).  A place to discover community, prayer and service in the Franciscan tradition. Please join us for one or all of our events.

Join the YouFra Roster:

Fill out the below information to be placed on the YouFra texting / email roster to receive the latest information or last minute updates.

Upcoming Events

Stations of the Cross and Dinner
Come follow the Franciscan practice of Stations of the Cross at the Casa, and join for a meatless soup afterwords in the Casa kitchen!

Date: Friday, March 1, 2024
Location: Franciscan Renewal Center

The Penitent Thief
Join us for a discussion on Jesus’ final moments, and those who were hung with him.

Date: Wednesday, March 13
Location: St. Mary’s Basilica Social Hall

André House Service Project
We will be preparing and serving food for women, men and families experiencing homelessness at AndrĂ© House. AndrĂ© House is dedicated to serving Jesus through others, as challenged in the Gospel, “… I was a stranger, and you welcomed me.  I was naked, and you gave me clothing.  I was sick, and you took care of me.  I was in prison, and you visited me.” (Matthew 25: 35-36). Volunteer and live the gospel.  

Date: Sunday, March 17, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: André House / 213 S 11th Ave / Phoenix, AZ 85007
Sign-Up: https://andrehouse.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/stmarysbasilica

Need more information?

YouFra Leadership
Email:  [email protected]

What is YouFra?
Young Franciscans (YouFra) is a fellowship of young adults in the United States who feel called by the Holy Spirit to make, in community, an experience of Christian life, in light of the message of St. Francis of Assisi, and to deepen their understanding of their personal vocation.