To the Brothers and Sisters of the Franciscan Family, A few weeks ago, it was announced to you all that the Holy Father wanted to grant us on the occasion of the 800th anniversary of the Christmas in Greccio the gift of an indulgence. We were careful to pass it on immediately so that in our lives and ministries we could consider it and make effective use of it for ourselves and for the faithful who attend our churches. More recently, on November 14, 2023, the official Decree came from the Apostolic Penitentiary (English translation attached),…

Peace and good! The new BICI, n. 379 - December 2023, has been published. It can be downloaded from the website or viewed directly via the link below. Fraternally, Br. Francisco Castillo OFMCapCommunications Office

“Going Throughout the World with Joy in Your Heart”

Letter from Pope Francis

“The Current Evangelization of Europe: a New Evangelization?”

To the Leaders of the Franciscan Fraternities and to all the Brothers and Sisters of the Franciscan Family Dear Sisters and Brothers, As the Committee of the Franciscan Family for the Franciscan Centenary, we address all of you and invite you to participate and to…

A questionnaire for all friars (both initial and ongoing formation)

From Oct. 13-15, the National Council of Post-Novitiate and Student Representatives met at the friary in Viterbo, which is the location of the post-novitiate in Central Italy. Present were friars from Italy, France, Slovakia, Croatia, Belarus and Cape Verde, all in formation in Italy. Br.…