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Francistide Retreat in the Upper Midwest
Our first ever joint regional retreat! Registration packet can be downloaded here: Registration Packet
Greetings from Br. Rat
Having spent the better part of the summer rehabilitating Rhodies and getting a handle on the “elements of communion”, I was surprised when my spiritual journey took yet another turn in the direction of what I would define as a religious experience. …
Greetings and Gnawings
It is not easy being a Rodent on a Franciscan journey especially when one of your assignments is community building with cats. There are times when I’m not sure if I’m reaching my intended audience. Maybe I just need more exposure to cat body language or a better understanding of…
ACT Now!
On April 3-5, 2018 the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA and our partners will gather in Washington, D.C. for a historic event to launch its Truth and Racial Justice Initiative. As we mark 50 years since the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.…
Joint Committee on Franciscan Unity
A Statement on DACA
The following statement was prepared by the OEF Servant Council: Jesus said, “Love one another as I have loved you.” This is not optional for us. As followers of Jesus, we in the Order of Ecumenical Franciscans must say “No” to ending DACA. Our values based on the Gospels leads…
OEF Tri-State Gathering- Inquirers Welcome!
Save the Date
Plenty of folks have asked and we’re happy to confirm that Chapter 2018 has been scheduled for June 28-July 1 in St. Louis, MO. The host for our community will be the Pallotine Renewal Center in Florissant.
Flat Francis Heads to Chicago!
Flat Francis is coming to Chapter! St. Francis Episcopal Church in Holden, MA has dispatched Flat Francis as a summer vacation and travel companion to all of their parishioners. The Associate Rector, Rev. Karen Safstrom was kind enough to send one to OEF, so Flat Francis could attend a Chapter…
Chapter 2017 Schedule
Even if you can’t be there, please pray along with us as we meet! Order of Ecumenical Franciscans Chapter 2017 @ Cenacle Center, Chicago Wed. June 21st early arrivals after 2pm 6pm Dinner 8pm Vespers led by Shoshanah Informal time for Fellowship Thurs. June 22nd 8am Breakfast 9am Morning prayer…