The Provincial Administration has announced new assignments for two friars. Russel Murray, OFM, has been approved by the Provincial Council to pursue studies for a licentiate in sacred theology at the St. Bernardine Institute of Ecumenical Studies in Venice, Italy. This institute is part of the Pontifical University of St. Anthony (Antonianum) in Rome. Russel plans to leave Siena College, …
Franciscan Missioners Honored with Commissioning Mass
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 …