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Welcome to the web site of the Franciscans of Reconciliation. We're delighted that you found your way to us!

We are men and women, lay and clergy, single and married/partnered who are committed to living the Gospel of Jesus Christ following the examples of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi. We are scattered across the United States, involved in a variety of ministries, yet united as a single community with a common Rule and a common commitment to reconciliation, peace and justice, and the integrity of creation.

We are a canonical religious order of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion (ECC), committed to the support and development of that part of the Body of Christ in all that we do. If you are here as a member or leader of an ECC parish, please let us know how we can serve your community in its spiritual growth. If you are here considering your own possible vocation to the Franciscan life, please explore this site and contact us so that we can join with you in the discernment process.

Whether you are a member of the Franciscans of Reconciliation or simply a friend, know that we are here as your Franciscan family to encourage you and support you in your journey with Jesus Christ.

Peace and all good,

Fr. Fred Ball, OFR
Minister General

Mission statement

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We, the Franciscans of Reconciliation of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion, are called to respond to the words of our Lord spoken to Francis of Assisi to "rebuild my Church" by living out the Gospel in our everyday lives and following the example of our founder.  In this we strive to be reconcilers with our brothers and sisters and with all of creation which has been misused through sin.With Franciscan joy we go forward to proclaim the Good News, using words only when necessary and asking the Lord, "Make us instruments of your peace.”

From our rule

Our Holy Father Francis also laid upon us the burden of pacifism, instructing Brothers and Sisters of Penance never to “take up lethal arms against anyone or carry them with themselves.” Our pacifism is not to be confused with passivity. Our pacifist position is a positive, compelling response to discord and stridency.

Saint of the day

    St. Leopold Mandic

    Western Christians who are working for greater dialogue with Orthodox Christians may be reaping the fruits of Father Leopold’s prayers. A native of Croatia, Leopold joined the Capuchin Franciscans and was ordained several years later in spite of several health problems. He could not speak loudly enough to preach publicly. For many ...

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