This August, the Junipero Serra Fraternity (Northbrook) was re-established as a fully active fraternity. Originally established in 1975, the fraternity requested satellite status in 1994 and was associated with the Northwest Franciscan Community of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Palatine). We’re delighted at their growth and give thanks for their re-establishment!
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October 2009 Newsletter Now Available
Download the October 2009 SFO News PDF. Included in this edition: Happy Feast Day, New Spiritual Assistant; Franciscan Action Network Update; “Francis, Build Up My Church”; Feast of Saint Francis.
Br. Joe Middleton, OFM Appointed New Regional Spiritual Assistant
As mentioned in the September SFO News, Fr. Don Blaeser, OFM was transferred to a new assignment and, as such, was no longer able to continue serving as our Regional Spiritual Assistant. Our Region has been working to fill this position, and we’re happy to announce that Br. Joe Middleton, OFM has been appointed as…
September 2009 Newsletter Now Available
Download the September 2009 SFO News PDF. Included in this edition: Changes, Events, and Elections; Stay in Touch with ILSFO.org; “Francis, Build Up My Church”; Regional Retreat: “Fire Burning in My Heart”.
Presentation and Handouts from Regional Gathering Available
During our August 1 Regional Gathering, Fr. Sergius Wroblewski, OFM and Sr. Madge Karecki, SSJ-TOSF gave a presentation on the 800th Anniversary of the Franciscan Order. In addition, Fr. Wroblewski shared a handout detailing the life of Christ with corresponding sections in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Because we received many requests to view…