Followers of St. Francis

Father Mark Anthony Zarate, OFM

Father Mark Anthony Zarate, OFM

Father Mark Anthony Zarate, OFM, is bringing the energy of a young priest to an urban Philippine parish of 10,000 Catholics. “Here in the parish, my role is to inspire people, to allow our parish to dream again, so that ...
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Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv

Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv

Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv, has a unique insight into the work that goes into making these beautiful, symbolic objects. 
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Brother David Paz, OFM

Brother David Paz, OFM

Brother David’s life as a missionary has taken him to Guatemala, Mexico, and parts of the Southwest.
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Father Victor (Vic) Taglianetti, OFM Cap

Father Victor (Vic) Taglianetti, OFM Cap

As someone in the position of guiding others toward their respective vocations, Father Victor (Vic) Taglianetti, OFM Cap, draws on his own time of desert.
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Dr. Paul M. Lipowski

Dr. Paul M. Lipowski, EdD

“It’s hard to escape or disconnect the Catholic faith from being Polish,” says Dr. Paul M. Lipowski, EdD, chief charism officer for the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement at Graymoor.
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Portrait of Sister Barbara (Barb) Vano, OSF

Sister Barbara Vano, OSF

“I think God is remarkably patient—and has a great sense of humor," Sister Barb says.
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Friar Christopher Panagoplos, TOR

Friar Christopher Panagoplos, TOR

If you know anything about Altoona, it’s that the western Pennsylvania town is noted for two things: railroads and the Horseshoe Curve.
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