Founded by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209, the Conventuals are a fraternity of brothers devoted to the Gospel through humility, poverty, and joy. Living in community, they serve God through prayer, preaching, education, and charity. Their mission continues worldwide: to bring Christ’s presence and peace to every corner of society.
Rooted in the Gospel invitation — “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few” — the Vocation Ministry seeks to awaken God’s call in young hearts. Through prayer, witness, and accompaniment, friars invite candidates to discover their Franciscan calling and nurture it through a process of discernment and formation inspired by St. Francis.
Inspired by St. Maximilian Kolbe, this ministry uses modern communication as a means of evangelization. It aims to spread the Franciscan message of peace, fraternity, and love through digital media, publications, and social platforms, fostering dialogue between faith and contemporary culture.
Pastoral outreach remains at the heart of our mission, seeking to build vibrant communities rooted in the Gospel and Franciscan joy. Each branch of this ministry brings a distinct charism that contributes to the renewal of the Church and society: OFS (Order of Franciscan Seculars), MI (Militia Immaculata), FCPD (Franciscan Centre for Peace and Dialogue), FRR (Franciscan Retreat and Renewal)
Guided by the social dream of the Gospel, this apostolate commits to serving the poor, marginalized, and voiceless. It promotes justice, peace, and care for creation through concrete acts of solidarity and advocacy, embodying a prophetic Franciscan presence in society.
Education is seen as both mission and ministry — forming hearts and minds in truth, compassion, and fraternity. Through schools, formation houses, and academic initiatives, the friars strive to create environments where faith, reason, and service grow together for the transformation of society.