The updates below describe activities of Holy Name friars, featuring their celebrations, presentations, and ministry events. For more information, contact the friars by phone or email, connect with the HNP Communications Office, or visit links to the parishes and organizations mentioned. To provide news briefs for future articles, email information to Communications Director Jocelyn Thomas at communications@hnp.org. From the Provincial …
From the Provincial Minister’s Desk
The reflection below is the second in a series by Provincial Minister Kevin Mullen, OFM, about his observations and experiences as leader of Holy Name Province. The previous installment was published Sept. 10. Dear brothers and partners-in-ministry, During this festive season, I am feeling a sense of hope and I want to share that spirit with you. Advent is always …
U.S. Provincials Greet Immigration Changes with Hope, Caution
The leaders of the OFM provinces in the United States sent a letter to President Barack Obama this week thanking him for his recent action on immigration and recommending further reform to achieve justice for all. The Dec. 1 letter, signed by the seven U.S. provincial ministers, told the president that “it is a just and good thing that as …
Provincial Minister Honored by University of Albany Foundation
ALBANY, N.Y. — Former Siena College president Kevin Mullen, OFM, was recognized this month for his service to academics and the New York capital region with the 2014 Academic Laureate Award from the University at Albany Foundation. The Provincial Minister, who was president of the Loudonville, N.Y., college from 2007 until last summer, received the award Nov. 6 at a gala …
ESC Provincials Discuss Reconfiguration, General Chapter at Fall Meeting
The following is a compilation of recent news from the website and Facebook page of the English-speaking Conference of the Order of Friars Minor, composed of provinces from the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Lithuania and Malta. COCHRANE, Alberta, Canada — Earlier this month, the provincial ministers of the English-speaking Conference gathered at Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre for their …
Siena Bids Farewell to, Thanks Kevin Mullen
Last week, the Siena College community thanked Provincial Minister Kevin Mullen, OFM, for his accomplishments during his term as president during a reception called Thanks a Million. Kevin was named president of Siena in 2007 and this June, elected Provincial Minister of Holy Name Province. The story below is reprinted with permission and has been edited for style. LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. …
General Curia’s October Update
ROME — Only following in the footprints of Jesus Christ can make us friars and minors. There is no other way. This is the message sent by the General Definitory to the Order about the feast of St. Francis. The letter, signed by General Minister Fr. Michael Perry and his eight General Councilors, calls the friars back to the roots …
Provincial Minister’s Schedule
The next three months for Provincial Minister Kevin Mullen, OFM, include events in Canada, New Jersey and New York City. The dates of his commitments, subject to change, through December are listed below. Oct. 4 New York City St. Francis feast celebration at St. Francis of Assisi Church Oct. 5-10 Alberta, Canada Meeting of provincial ministers of the English-speaking Conference Oct. …
Guardians’ Meeting Focuses on Fraternal Life
POMPTON LAKES, N.J. — Fraternity and wellness were key issues discussed last week by nearly three dozen friars representing the Provincial houses during the annual guardians’ meeting. The participants, from friaries located from New England to Florida, spent Sept. 16 and 17 talking about their lives — as individuals and as leaders of communities. “The meeting confirmed what I have …
From the Provincial Minister’s Desk
The reflection below is the first in a series by Provincial Minister Kevin Mullen, OFM, about his observations and experiences as leader of Holy Name Province. As I begin my third month as Provincial Minister, I am concluding a hectic transition that has taken place at a number of levels. At the work level, I needed to step into my …
Three Friars Profess Final Vows as Franciscans
NEW YORK — Surrounded by friends and relatives who have supported them throughout their lives and in their formation, Ross Chamberland, OFM, Jeffery Jordan, OFM, and Michael Reyes, OFM, professed solemn vows at an 11 a.m. Mass here on Saturday, Aug. 23. Friars, relatives and members of various sister communities — from all parts of the United States — were …
Reconfiguration Process Begins as Councils Meet in Wisconsin
RACINE, Wis. — More than 60 friars representing the seven U.S. OFM provinces gathered at the Siena Retreat Center earlier this month to continue the national conversation regarding the state of Franciscan life in America. The event followed a series of gatherings and chapters held from March to June, during which all seven provinces voted to approve a proposal that …
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