Night of Stars Returns Live and In-Person to Rave Reviews

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On Monday, Feb. 28th at 11 a.m., the New York City Fire Museum will be hosting the grand opening of their new historical exhibit, “FDNY Franciscan Chaplain History,” which showcases the 40 year history of the Franciscan friars as FDNY chaplains.

Students enjoy the newly-renovated Damietta Cross-Cultural Center at Siena College. Featured on the walls is artwork by Br. Robert Lentz, OFM. (Photo courtesy of Br. George Camacho)

Iconic Redesign for the Damietta Cross-Cultural Center

By George Camacho, OFM Around the Province, Home Page – News

During the spring and summer of 2021, the Damietta Cross-Cultural Center at Siena College experienced a major redesign. The hallmark of this renovation includes a series of wall sketches depicting elements from the icon of Francis and the Sultan created by Br. Robert Lentz, OFM, of St. Bonaventure University.

Fr. Paul Osborne Dies in New Jersey

HNP Communications Friar News, Home Page – News

A professed Franciscan friar for 63 years and a priest for 57, he spent six decades ministering in more than a dozen cities and towns in four countries on three continents, serving in education, formation, pastoral care and administration.

Welcoming Afghan Refugees in Virginia

Maria Hayes Around the Province, Home Page – News

In mid-August, personnel on Marine Corp Base Quantico near Triangle, Virginia, were informed that the base would welcome 5,000 refugees from Afghanistan as part of Operation Allies Refuge. They were given three-days’ notice. Agencies in the area began racing against the clock to create temporary shelters and gather supplies for the arriving families.  John O’Connor, pastor of nearby St. Francis …