July 29, 2009
Vol. 43, No. 15

IN THE HEADLINES

Triangle Parishioners Visit Peru Communities
Twelve representatives of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Northern Virginia visited ministries in Peru served by friars Christopher Dunn, Anthony Wilson and Carlos Sarmiento-Diaz in a recent mission trip.

Vocation Update: Summer Insight & Wisdom Now Available
The summer issue of Insight & Wisdom newsletter is available online and in hard copy. The Province's Vocation Ministry also reports its upcoming plans to launch a blog in late summer.

FRIAR NEWS

Transitions
Kevin Daly's new assignment has been announced.

Delaware Friar Ministers for Nonviolence
Michael Tyson of St. Paul Church is working with a new peacekeeper group to help stop violence and conflict by healing torn relationships between factions in Wilmington.

Tampa Friars Encouraged by Vote on Homeless Project
In the continuing saga of Tampa’s struggle to develop more housing for the homeless, the county commission voted July 21 to keep the project alive. George Corrigan offers a full report.

Friar News Briefs
Click here for updates about Louis Canino, Thomas Gallagher, Thomas Hartle, Dan Horan, Daniel Hurley, Francis McHugh, Joseph Nangle, Myron McCormick, Daniel Riley, Ronald Stark and others.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPDATES

Solemn Profession Set for Aug. 22
Three Holy Name friars will profess their solemn vows Aug. 22 at St. Francis of Assisi Church in New York City. Dates of other Province events are provided.

Irish Publication Lists SBU President Among Top Educators
St. Bonaventure University president Sr. Margaret Carney has been named to the Irish Voice’s first “Irish Education 100,” a listing of leading North American educators.

Senior Friars Retreat
There is still time to register for the 2009 Interprovincial Senior Friars Retreat, “Growing Old Grace-Fully,” a four-day event in November at San Pedro Retreat Center in Florida.

Looking Ahead to Fall Programs at NYC Church
St. Francis of Assisi Church in New York City has announced its fall lineup of programs, including support groups for the unemployed and those in need of a life change.

Province Mourns Deaths of Friends
Holy Name Province is mourning the recent deaths of three friends.

FEATURES

Seasonal Reflection: St. Clare of Assisi
Friar Thomas Hartle shares his thoughts on the beloved saint, whose feast day is Aug. 11, describing her dedication to Christ and her convictions.

Justice & Peace: Maryland Church’s Fair Trade a Model Program
St. Camillus’ fair trade efforts are so successful that the parish was recently asked to participate in a workshop on starting and supporting a program sponsored by the Archdiocese of Washington.

Communications Office Update: Blogs on HNP.org
A new feature has been added to the Province’s Web site: friar blogs. To read reflections and information from Holy Name friars, visit the “Who We Are” page and click on “Our Friars.”

FRANCISCAN WORLD

FAN Reports on its Success, Future Plans
With the climate change bill approved by Congress, the Franciscan Action Network has turned its focus to healthcare reform and opposition of a fence to keep immigrants out of the country.

Immaculate Conception Friar to Chair AFLC
Fr. Thomas Washburn, the vocation and communications director of the IC Province based in New York City, has been named chairman of the American Franciscan Liturgical Commission.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Provincial Council Meeting in Colorado
August 9 - 12, 2009
Monthly meeting of Council members.

Feast of St. Clare Commemorated Around the Province
August 11, 2009
Commemorations by ministries of Holy Name Province of the August 11 feast of Clare of Assisi include: * Solemnity of St. Clare at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 135...

Postulant Rite of Candidacy
August 16, 2009
Three men will be affilated as postulants with Holy Name Province at 5:15 p.m. in the friars' chapel St. Anthony Shrine in Boston. Fr. Dominic Monti, OFM, will preside.

Profession of Solemn Vows of Three Friars in NYC
August 22, 2009
Three friars will profess their final vows at an 11 a.m. Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Church on West 31st Street. The three are Larry Anderson, OFM, Fred Dilger,...