November 11, 2009
Vol. 43, No. 22

IN THE HEADLINES

‘Encuentro Franciscano’ an Outstanding Success
Celebration of Hispanic culture draws hundreds for music, prayer, fellowship, and education.

Remembering ‘Brother Juniper’ Cartoonist
Friar Roy Gasnick describes the life and work of Fred McCarthy, a recently-deceased former friar

FRIAR NEWS

Transitions
Provincial Administration announces the transitions of two friars

Friars Welcome N.Y. Archbishop
Archbishop Timothy Dolan greets Franciscans at two events

Two Friars Embark on Mission with Cristo Rey Network
Robert Sandoz and Gregory Gebbia particpate in Newark prep school's first fundraiser.

Florida Friary Prepares for Guardians Meeting
Annual meeting to take place next week in St. Petersburg.

News Briefs
Updates about some of the many activities of Holy Name friars

ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPDATES

Boston Community Receives History Lesson
St. Anthony Shrine friars and staff enjoy workshop on church through four generations

Bells of Remembrance Ring at Carnegie Hall
Friar David Schlatter rings Bells of Remembrance at New York concert

NYC Church Sells Books
St. Francis prayer book and church guide available for purchase

Continuing Education for Friars
Registration underway for 2010 preaching workshop and renewal pilgrimage in Italy

Parishes Advocate for JPIC Issues
Vigils, Web casts, presentations and fair trade gift market define church efforts

Communication Update
HNP’s Communications Office provides updates about its newsletter, directory and blogs

Employment Opportunities
Two positions are advertised: one with a Province parish and one at a school led by a friar

FEATURES

A Reflection on All Souls Day
Friar Stephen Lynch reflects on life after death

FVM Update
Twelve Franciscan Volunteer Ministers conclude their fall retreat

This Month in Provincial History
Notable November events that took place around Holy Name Province

FRANCISCAN WORLD

SFO News
National Secular Franciscan Order elects officers

News from the General Curia
Summary of November Fraternitas articles

Assumption Province News
The Wisconsin-based province announces its withdrawal from a Milwaukee parish

UPCOMING EVENTS

HNP Guardians Meeting
November 16 - 19, 2009
Annual meeting of the guardians of Holy Name Province. Location: St. Petersburg, Fla.

Franciscan Experience Weekend (FEW)
November 20 - 22, 2009
FEWs offer an opportunity for men interested in Franciscan life to discuss their calling in depth with our vocation director and other members of the...

Provincial Council Meeting
November 20, 2009
Monthly meeting of HNP's council members. Location: St. Anthony Friary, St. Petersburg, Fla.

Provincial Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
November 26 - 27, 2009
The Provincial Office staff wishes all a happy and safe Thanksgiving weekend. The office closes at 1 p.m. Wednesday for the holiday.

Meeting of Chairs of HNP Directorates
December 2, 2009
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. San Damiano Hall 129 West 31st Street New York, NY 10001

Provincial Council Meeting
December 11, 2009
Provincial Office, 129 West 31st Street