Franciscan life
The Gospel takes root in ordinary days.
Franciscan spirituality is not one more thing to fit into a crowded life. It is a way of meeting the life already in front of us—with prayer, gratitude, humility, and peace.
From Gospel to life. From life to Gospel.
We listen to Scripture and carry it into daily choices: how we speak, spend, forgive, welcome, and care for creation. Then we bring the truth of our lived experience back to prayer.
- Prayer that makes us attentive
- Relationships marked by mercy and peace
- Simplicity that creates room for generosity
- Service rooted in the dignity of every person
“Praised be You, my Lord, with all Your creatures.”
A patient path of formation.
Nobody is rushed toward profession. Formation makes room to learn the Franciscan tradition, practice the way of life, and discern freely with the fraternity.
- 01OrientationAbout 3–6 months
Visit the fraternity, ask questions, and begin to explore Franciscan spirituality and vocation.
- 02InquiryAbout 6 months
Learn more about the Franciscan family, the Church, and the shape of Secular Franciscan life.
- 03CandidacyGenerally 18 months–3 years
Deepen prayer, study the Rule, and discern a lasting commitment with the formation team.
- 04ProfessionA lifelong commitment
Make a public promise to live the Gospel according to the Rule of the Secular Franciscan Order.
Formation unfolds gradually. These timeframes are approximate; the local formation team will confirm the process with each person.
The first step is small