Franciscan Missioners Honored with Commissioning Mass

Maria Hayes Franciscan World

WASHINGTON — As the 29th class of Franciscan missioners was recognized during the Commissioning Mass held last month at the Franciscan Monastery, they knew the end of their formation program was the start of a greater journey. During the Nov. 17 Mass, Valerie Ellis, Hady Mendez, and Nate and Mary Mortenson of the Franciscan Mission Service each read personal mission …