Growing In Faith Like St. Francis
February 2, 2023
Followers of St. Francis: Sister Shirley Shafranek, OFS/T
You could say that Sister Shirley Shafranek, OFS/T, was born a Franciscan and that, as her life unfolded, so did her realization that God was calling her to religious life.
Followers of St. Francis: Sister Jannnette Pruitt
“Transition comes to everyone,” Sister Jannette Pruitt, OSF, says “and when it does, I trust in God and try to take life one day at a time.”
Followers of St. Francis: Brother Massimo Fusarelli, OFM
In a telegram to Brother Massimo Fusarelli, Pope Francis congratulated the new minister general and wrote, “May the seraphic father, St. Francis, be an encouragement for you in leading your brothers.”
Followers of St. Francis: Mike Lasky, OFM Conv
For Friar Mike Lasky, OFM Conv, seeking social justice goes beyond platitudes or social media posts. It means getting to work.
Followers of St. Francis: Sister Damien Hinderer, OSF
A simple yes to a one-time good deed transformed into a lifelong ministry for Sister Damien Hinderer, OSF.
Followers of St. Francis: Theresa Diersen
When Theresa Diersen walks into the dining room at St. Francis Seraph Ministries in Cincinnati, Ohio, guests immediately take notice: Faces light up; hugs are in abundance.
Followers of St. Francis: Marcellino Micallef, OFM
In response to the growing number of refugees, poor, and the homeless, Father Marcellino and the friars decided to transform their historic monastery’s former refectory into a soup kitchen.