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Penance : Life Rooted with God

By Elizabeth Finnis 4 April, 2016

After his conversion Francis based his whole life on imitating Jesus as he traveled towards a fullness of life, aContinue reading

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By Elizabeth Finnis 29 April, 2016

During the Autumn of 1205 at the age of 23 Giovanni “Francesco” Bernardino knelt before the Orthodox style cross inContinue reading

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By Elizabeth Finnis 4 July, 2015

The Gospel of Our Lord, Jesus Christ These are good words to remember: "In that love which is God, I  Continue reading

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Secular Franciscan Order

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The Franciscan family consists of brothers and sisters from all walks of life who are called to follow and imitatContinue reading

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Earth Breathing : Canticle of the Creatures

By Elizabeth Finnis 1 February, 2015

1. “LAUDATO SI’, mi’ Signore” – “Praise be to you, my Lord”. In the words of this beautiful canticle, SaintContinue reading

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Advent’s Hope

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Advent’s Hope

By Elizabeth Finnis 13 December, 2018

Advent - the hope of all hopes. Our celebration of Christmas should be about the day Earth’s humanity met with…

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A Plastic-Less Lent 2018

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A Plastic-Less Lent 2018

By Elizabeth Finnis 15 February, 2018

14th February 2018 Download the pdf to share with others. Living without throw-away plastic During Lent we reflect upon Christ's…

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Isle of Wight Franciscan Group

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Isle of Wight Franciscan Group

By Elizabeth Finnis 12 December, 2018

The Isle of Wight Franciscan Group consists of professed OFS members, enquirers, visitors and other faithful people from across the…

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For the Journey

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For the Journey

By Elizabeth Finnis 15 September, 2017

In our journey through life with thoughts of Francis at our side we learn to read of the love of…

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A Christmas Lullaby

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A Christmas Lullaby

By Elizabeth Finnis 20 December, 2017

I first heard these wonderful words of the Incarnation during a candle lit Advent service at St Thomas's in Cowes…

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All Creatures of Our God and King

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All Creatures of Our God and King

By Elizabeth Finnis 14 September, 2017

All creatures of our God and King Lift up your voice and with us sing Oh, praise Him Alleluia Thou…

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Assisi – City Sights and Landmarks

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Assisi – City Sights and Landmarks

By Elizabeth Finnis 18 July, 2017

The city of Assisi in Italy is the birthplace of St. Francis, the founder of the three Franciscan Orders.  This…

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GK Chesterton – The Life of St Francis

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GK Chesterton – The Life of St Francis

By Elizabeth Finnis 25 May, 2017

Gilbert Keith Chesterton [29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936] wrote approximately 80 books, 2000 essays, 200 short stories and…

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Profession : Sincerely Dedicated

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Profession : Sincerely Dedicated

By Elizabeth Finnis 15 September, 2017

Perhaps, you will not be required to pour out your blood as a martyr, but you will certainly be asked…

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The Peace of Simplicity

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The Peace of Simplicity

By Elizabeth Finnis 6 August, 2017

To live in the spirit of the Beatitudes, in humility, gentleness and simplicity is counter-cultural to all the messages of…

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St Francis Prayer – Praising Mary

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St Francis Prayer – Praising Mary

By Elizabeth Finnis 8 June, 2017

http://franciscanseculars.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/06-Praising-Mary.mp3 [Click above to hear this prayer spoken] Hail, holy Lady, most holy Queen, Mary, Mother of God, ever Virgin.…

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Come and See - The Ordo Franciscanus Saecularis. Participating in the Franciscan life of the OFS brings rich and abundant…

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No Longer Slaves – I Am A Child of God

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No Longer Slaves – I Am A Child of God

By Elizabeth Finnis 25 July, 2017

No Longer Slaves [Verse 1] You unravel me, with a melody, You surround me with a song. Of deliverance, from…

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A Visual Meditation – St Francis in Art

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A Visual Meditation – St Francis in Art

By Elizabeth Finnis 31 August, 2017

This video shows how various artists have understood Saint Francis of Assisi. The accompanying music features Kyrie Eleison [Lord have…

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Influential Franciscans

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Influential Franciscans

By Elizabeth Finnis 15 September, 2017

Franciscan Doctors of the Church Saint Anthony of Padua 1195-1231 Doctor Evangelicus St Bonaventure - 1221-1274 - Doctor Seraphicus Bl…

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Discerning the Call : join the OFS

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Discerning the Call : join the OFS

By Elizabeth Finnis 10 August, 2017

Joining an Order of the Church isn't about making a quick decision, it truly is about feeling a pull from…

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Witnessing to the good yet to come and obliged to acquire purity of heart because of the vocation they have embraced, they should set themselves free to love God and their brothers and sisters

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“Let us pray to God together for each other for, by sharing each other’s burden of charity in this way; we shall easily fulfil the law of love taught by Christ."

St Clare, from her letter to Ermemtrude of Bruges.

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Participating in this holy life-style gives us rich and abundant blessings. Blessings that come from being part of a community dedicated to following the Gospel of Christ in the footsteps of our spiritual father, Saint Francis of Assisi.

Further Reading

  • 800 Years of the Franciscan Third Order 1221-2021
  • St Anthony – Doctor of The Church
  • Saint Maximilian Kolbe OFM
  • St Clare : Full of Faith
  • Lockdown Poem – Covid 19 – Richard Hendrick OFM Cap
  • The Canticle of the Creatures
  • Video Portrait of Saint Francis
  • The Soul’s Journey Into God
  • The Annunciation of The Lord – Mary’s Fiat
  • St Elizabeth of Hungary
  • Building a Franciscan Library
  • Hail Holy Lady Most Holy Queen
  • Saint Francis of Assisi
  • England’s Nazareth & Franciscans
  • The Assisi Spirit of Simplicity
  • Liturgical Prayer At Home
  • Advent’s Hope
  • A Plastic-Less Lent 2018
  • Isle of Wight Franciscan Group
  • For the Journey
  • A Christmas Lullaby
  • All Creatures of Our God and King
  • Assisi – City Sights and Landmarks
  • GK Chesterton – The Life of St Francis
  • Profession : Sincerely Dedicated
  • Penance : Life Rooted with God
  • The Peace of Simplicity
  • St Francis Prayer – Praising Mary
  • Join Us
  • No Longer Slaves – I Am A Child of God
  • A Visual Meditation – St Francis in Art
  • Influential Franciscans
  • Discerning the Call : join the OFS
  • Francis, Clare, Thank You
  • All Saints’ Day – Litaniae Sanctorum
  • Rising II : Father Tansi – Friars of the Renewal
  • Exploring the Legacy : St Anthony of Padua
  • The Angelus
  • Franciscan Theologians : High Middle Ages
  • The Nearness of You
  • Beyond the Ego – Richard Rohr
  • The Testament of Francis
  • Filmed in Assisi – All Creatures of Our God & King
  • FAQ – OFS
  • Let Christ into our lives
  • Respond with a joyful yes!
  • Thomas Celano – First Life of St Francis
  • Interaction with the Living Christ
  • All Sons & Daughters – I Surrender
  • Sandals & Fiddlebacks – Franciscan Latin Mass
  • St Anthony of Padua
  • Buried in a Stranger’s Grave
  • Brother Francis The Barefoot Saint
  • Francis Meets Innocent III
  • God Who is …
  • Imago Dei – SFO Rule 13 & 19
  • Commitment : The Gospel’s Human Face
  • Psalm 46 – Lord of Hosts
  • The Franciscan Charism
  • It’s a bit like Catholic Boot Camp!
  • Called to Follow Christ
  • Pantasaph Franciscan Friary
  • I am lost and found in You
  • Oldest English Wall Paintings of St Francis
  • A Theology of Mental Health
  • The Reluctant Saint Video
  • Psalm 148
  • Hope – Fr Raniero Cantalamessa
  • Reconciliation : Confession
  • Behold, Hold, Enfold
  • San Damiano Cross
  • Franciscan Blessing
  • The Examen
  • Salve Regina – Praying & Skating
  • St Clare of Assisi
  • Krakow Church St Francis of Assisi
  • I am Brave – One
  • I am Brave – two
  • Prayer Fraternity Joy Love : CFR
  • The Tau – History
  • The Rosary
  • Find Me … Lost in Your Grace
  • May God Bless Us …
  • Reflection : Examen : Samaria to Lindisfarne
  • Secular Franciscan Vocation Audio 1
  • Secular Franciscan Vocation Audio 2
  • Your Love Has Called My Name
  • Waiting Here for You
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