Ecumenical Trends Recognized By Catholic Press Association
The Catholic Press Association recently recognized Ecumenical Trends, a publication of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, in its 2018 Catholic Press Awards program.
Long-time Friend of the Friars Inspires Others To Pursue Spiritual Wellness
“When you needed to connect to spirit, that’s just where you went”, Kacey Morabito Grean shares about Graymoor. Kacey, a WHUD radio host and long-time friend of the Friars has been traveling to Graymor since she was a child.
Finding God in Assisi
Going into our travels to Italy, I knew that Assisi would be a highlight. I had heard wonderful things about it from everyone that I knew who had gone there. This compounded with the fact that I was going there with Franciscans and with a special appreciation for it now that I have been living and working with Franciscans for almost a month. What I soon came to realize was that this weekend would be the highlight of my entire experience in Italy.
Peace I Leave You, My Peace I Give You
Today our class met with both the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of Christian Unity and the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue. It was an incredible experience to see both of these great institutions.
The Friars Are Planting Seeds
There is great excitement over the Friars recently establishing San Damiano Farm, which gives the opportunity for men suffering from substance abuse to literally plant seeds and witness the fruits (and vegetables!) of their labor.
Obituary Notice for Reverend Thomas Gumprecht
Fr. Thomas C. Gumprecht, SA, a Franciscan Friar of the Atonement, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, June 19, 2018.
Diamond Jubilarians Reflect On Vocation
Five Friars: Fr. Timothy MacDonald, SA, Br. Gerard Hand, SA, Br. Daniel Houde, SA, Br. Louis Marek, SA, and Br. Savio McNeice, SA celebrated their Diamond Jubilee in 2018! Although Br. Savio passed into eternal life on Sunday, June 10, 2018, the Friars recognized and celebrated him for his years of service to the mission of “At-One-Ment.”
Through The Graymoor Spiritual Life Center the Friars Provide Opportunities to Explore 12 Step Spirituality
This month, the Graymoor Spiritual Life Center will offer two retreat opportunities for those wishing to enter more deeply into the spirituality behind the “12 Steps” and their use in everyday life.
Tears At The Tomb Of Christ
Fr. Jim Gardiner, SA, was invited to offer his insights as an experienced pilgrimage chaplain to the Holy Land at the Washington Theological Consortium board