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FRANCISCAN ACADEMY 2026–2027 INAUGURATION
A New Year of Franciscan Formation, Study, and Research Begins
14 July 2026, Kolbe Ashram – The Franciscan Academy for the academic year 2026–2027 was solemnly inaugurated on 14 July 2026 with the celebration of Vespers, marking the beginning of another year dedicated to Franciscan formation, study, and intellectual pursuit. As part of the inaugural ceremony, the Directory of Kolbe Ashram was officially released. Friar Belgin introduced the publication and expressed his sincere gratitude to all who contributed to its completion. The directory was formally published by Fr. Louis, Rector, who presented the first copy to Fr. Naveen.
The occasion also included a felicitation address by Friar Jomon, followed by the publication of the previous year’s Franciscan papers and the announcement of the winners of the Franciscan paper presentations. A Schola Brevis was delivered by Fr. Naveen Kandathil on the theme, “The Conversion of St. Francis According to His Testament,” offering profound insights into the spirituality and transformative journey of the Seraphic Father. The academy concluded with presentations by the friars on their Franciscan papers, reflecting their commitment to study, research, and Franciscan scholarship.