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Following Our Friars
The roots of the Franciscan Friars Conventual tradition reach back to St. Francis of Assisi himself at the time of the founding of the Order. The news we offer today is of these friars continuing to live out their vocation, engaging in pastoral work and serving the poor and marginalized.
Our Team
Articles in The St. Anthony Companion are written and edited by our team to reflect the good works of our friars. We may protect the identities of the people served, but offer true accounts of the life and ministry of the Franciscan Friars Conventual of Our Lady of the Angels Province. Many of our friars provide reflections on their service and a closer look at their ministry.
The Impact of a Franciscan Education
A Franciscan Catholic education is more than academics; it is a transformative experience that nurtures the mind, body, and soul. At Archbishop Curley High School
Protecting Cocoa Farms
There are few foods more pleasing than chocolate. It’s smooth, sweet taste and luxurious melt-in-your-mouth richness makes chocolate a treat that delights the senses and
Little Portion Farm continues to grow, thrive
Not too long ago, the land that is now Little Portion Farm was riddled with rocks and patches of dry, unhealthy soil. In fact, one
Francis Corps Celebrates 25 Years
A group of close to 60 educators, health care professionals, civil servants, and those working in careers both inside and outside social and spiritual services
The Cause for the Canonization of Fr. Martin de Porres Maria Ward, OFM Conv
This year, the 25th anniversary of the passing of Fr. Martin de Porres Maria Ward, OFM Conv., the first African American Conventual Franciscan, provides an
The Ordination of Michael T. Martin, OFM Conv, the Fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Charlotte
Our Lady of the Angels Province Friar, Fr. Michael T. Martin, OFM Conv., was ordained as the fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Charlotte on