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Roch Niemier, OFM

Roch Niemier, OFM (d. 2010) was past president of Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs, a position he held for nearly a quarter century. He was honored by the citizens of Assisi for bringing pilgrims from over fifty nations to tour the holy places of Francis and Clare.
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Be Your Truest Self

Roch Niemier, OFM September 7, 2025

The path into this discovery of self is the cross. The cross is a mirror. In seeing myself in that mirror, I see Christ crucified, and in seeing Christ crucified, I see my most authentic self.

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‘Most High Glorious God!’

Roch Niemier, OFM August 3, 2025

If you look closely at Christ on the San Damiano Cross, as painted on this cross, you will see that it is neither a bloody body nor one twisted in anguish.

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Rhythm of Prayer

Roch Niemier, OFM January 27, 2025

The practice of solitude uncovers and heightens that uniqueness, and fraternal life deepens in the respect and support the brothers give to each one’s unique aloneness.

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