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By Layna Maher, OFS
National Formation Commission Chair
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Layna Maher, OFS – National Formation Commission Chair
Article 9 of the Rule reminds us: “The Virgin Mary, humble servant of the Lord, was open to his every word and call. She was embraced by Francis with indescribable love and declared the protectress and advocate of...
(This article originally appeared in the TAU-USA Spring 2026 Issue #119)
2026: A Year to Begin Again with Francis of Assisi
By Layna Maher, OFS • National Formation Commission Chair
Returning to the Original Grace
Every vocation begins with a moment of grace, a turning point that g...
Human dignity does not depend on a person’s abilities, wealth or position in life, nor on the right or wrong choices made. Instead, it is a gift that precedes and transcends each person, endowed by God as an expression of God’s unfailing love.
The Franciscan Federation is creating a new space for Franciscans to gather, share, encourage one another, and deepen their commitment to living the Gospel in the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare.
The Franciscan Federation will launch the Piazza, a new online community designed to foster connection, collaboration, and charism across the Franciscan world...
(This article originally appeared in the TAU-USA Spring 2026 Issue #119)
By Jerome Wolbert, OFM • National Spiritual Assistant
My Franciscan vocation began with the Seculars, so when the opportunity came for me to serve as a provincial delegate in 2011, I was happy to volunteer. I was in my second assignment after ordination – m...