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The Secular Franciscan Order (SFO) is a branch of the world-wide Franciscan Family. We are single and married. Some of us are diocesan clergy. We work, worship and play in the community where we live.

The SFO was established by St. Francis of Assisi more than 800 years ago. Our purpose is to bring the gospel to life where we live and where we work. We look for practical ways to embrace the gospel in our lives and try to help others to do likewise.

A local group of Secular Franciscans is probably meeting near you. Please use this map to locate your closest fraternity or feel free to contact one of the members of our Regional Executive Council who will be happy to put you in touch with a Fraternity near you.

About our region

All local Secular Franciscan fraternities in the United States are organized into one of 30 regions. The Saint Katharine Drexel Region includes parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. There are currently 27 local fraternities in the region. We are under the patronage of St. Katharine Drexel, who was a Secular Franciscan and whose feast we celebrate on March 3rd.

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Easter Message 2020 from the Regional Minister

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 12th, 2020

Dear brothers and sisters, the Lord is RISEN!  Alleluia!! Alleluia!!  I’m sure you are thinking that is a mighty strange picture for Easter Sunday so let me explain. I have never seen a picture like this before.  It speaks to my very soul.  After all that Jesus has gone through this past week, when he finally gets back to the Father, Jesus is held against the Father’s chest while the Father gently kisses His Son.  I don’t see them, but I think God the Father has a tear or two rolling down His cheeks.  This picture says a whole lot to me about the situation we are in right now.  When we can be with our families again there will be wildly, joyful, exuberant hugs.  But there will be that one family member who just holds you against his or her chest, gently kissing your head while tears stream down his or her cheeks.
Our Lord has RISEN, risen, indeed! We, however, are still in this hell with no end in sight.  Our day for rejoicing is coming.We could never make it through without this day occurring.  Be grateful today that our Lord has triumphed over death.  But remember, He was alone when it happened.  Just like we are alone now.  He understands how we are feeling. So, some time today, lean into His chest and wait for the kiss.  He understands and He is waiting for you! Alleluia! Alleluia!!
May the Lord comfort you today and may you enjoy today in whatever way you can!
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Petition Pray for CoronaVirus

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 10th, 2020

Dear Father, Almighty Healer and Physician, we bring our fears, anxiety and petitions to you during this outbreak of coronavirus.  Please restore our inner peace so that we can be a shining light to those stuck in the darkness.

And let us pray for

+        All those who have the virus and fear the outcome, may they find their peace in you.

+        All the medical staff who cannot work from home but need to be in the ‘trenches’ taking care of the sick, may they have the stamina and good health to continue to serve.

+        For all the working parents who are suddenly faced with their childrens’ schools being closed. Help them to find a solution that does not impact their earnings too greatly.

+        For all those who are worried, please grant them the peace to get through this time.

+        For all those working extra hours to provide more test kits, masks and sanitizer, shower them with the ability to keep up their difficult schedule.

+        And for all the rest of us, please help us make good decisions about where we go and when to stay home, what supplies we buy and how much/many, and most especially keep us calm and filled with Your grace so that we are able to reach out to others in need.

We ask these things through the Sacred Heart of Your Son, Jesus.  May we be open to Your Ministering to us so that we are equipped to minister to others.   Amen

 

 

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Sight and Sound Theater presents free version of their show Jesus

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 7th, 2020

Special thanks to Beth DeLuca, OFS, from St. Maximilian Kolbe for sharing this one!  I saw the show last Fall at the Sight and Sound Theater.  Magnificent production!  If the link isn’t working, copy and paste it into your browser.  IT IS AVAILABLE ON EASTER WEEKEND

https://watch.tbn.org/sight-sound-theatres-presents-jesus

 

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Divine Mercy Novena in English and Spanish

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 7th, 2020

Divine Mercy novena goes digital as prayers to end pandemic continue

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The Triduum with Dan Schutte

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 6th, 2020

The Triduum with Dan Schutte

https://www.ncronline.org/feature-series/the-easter-triduum-with-dan-schutte/stories

 

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21 Day Positivity Workbook provided by Father Henry Beck, OFM

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 6th, 2020

21 Day Positivity Workbook

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Litany of the Sacred Heart – Good Friday – noon (EDT)

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 6th, 2020

WASHINGTON — Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, has invited U.S. Catholics to join him on Good Friday, April 10, to pray the Litany of the Sacred Heart at noon (EDT).

“Praying together as a nation, the archbishop asks that we seek healing for all who are unwell, wisdom for those whose work is halting the spread of coronavirus, and strength for all God’s children,” said a USCCB news release issued late April 2.

A livestream of the Litany of the Sacred Heart with Gomez will be available on the Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ website: www.lacatholics.org and on the USCCB Facebook page: www.facebook.com/usccb. The text of Litany of the Sacred Heart can be found in English and Spanish on the Los Angeles archdiocesan website.

Additionally, with special permission received from the Apostolic Penitentiary of the Holy See, a plenary indulgence is available for those who join Gomez in praying the Litany of the Sacred Heart on Good Friday.

A plenary indulgence removes all of the temporal punishment due to sins and may be applied to oneself or to the souls of the deceased (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1471).

To receive this indulgence, the faithful would need to: pray the Litany of the Sacred Heart on Good Friday; be truly repentant of any sins they have committed and receive the sacrament of reconciliation (at the earliest opportunity); and pray for Pope Francis’ intentions.

“Good Friday is a day when Christians around the world solemnly commemorate the day when Jesus suffered and died on the cross. Catholics traditionally mark the day with fasting, penance and reflection on Jesus’ loving sacrifice,” the USCCB release said.

“This opportunity to pray together during the coronavirus pandemic offers a special moment of unity for the faithful during a time when communities throughout the United States and worldwide are physically unable to congregate for Holy Week and Easter because of COVID-19,” it added.

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Holy Week Streaming Events from St. John the Evangelist

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 6th, 2020

Streaming Events from St. John the Evangelist (stjohnsphilly.org)

Holy Thursday 6:00 p m Mass
Good Friday Service noon
Easter Vigil (Saturday) 9:00 p m
Easter Sunday Mass 11:00 a m
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Easter Vigil and Easter Morning live streaming from Padre Pio Prayer Center

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 5th, 2020

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Join us Holy Saturday night at 8:00 p.m. for the Easter Vigil live and Easter Sunday for Mass at 10AM live from the Padre Pio Friary!

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Brother Rigo, OFS Cap reads and reflects on daily Scripture

Posted By Kate Kleinert, on April 5th, 2020

From our sister, Carolyn Murray, OFS, Minister of St. Padre Pio fraternity:

I would invite you to visit stjohnsphilly.org while being home, where our very own Brother Rigo, OFS Cap reads and reflects on daily scripture.  Rigo and Father John Paul Kuzma OFS Cap, Vicar at St. John’s, are also preparing to live stream Holy Week services.  They need 1,000 supporters to subscribe to make this happen.  For additional information, please visit the site and have our Brothers explain how we can help.

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