The Tau Cross Region
consists of the following
Franciscan Fraternities within these counties
of New York
Click on map to view Fraternity locations and meeting times
consists of the following
Franciscan Fraternities within these counties
of New York
Click on map to view Fraternity locations and meeting times
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New and Noteworthy
Lenten Reflections
Come on a journey with us to see "Why Lent Matters"
Click image below for Video of the Presentation
Brother Richard Contino osf
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 Mark Crean ofs
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Judy Heffernan ofs
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Fraternity Hosted Events: go to Events page
Here are links to the virtual sessions, organized and led by members of various
Franciscan fraternities in our region, C
Here are links to the virtual sessions, organized and led by members of various
Franciscan fraternities in our region, C
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), Message from the
Regional Executive Council
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!
Regional Minister Gene Keenan sends his peace and prayers for all to be well during this crisis.
We are cooperating with the secular and ecclesial authorities and so for the well being of all, we have taken this important step.
We offer the following as resources:
Regional Minister Gene Keenan sends his peace and prayers for all to be well during this crisis.
We are cooperating with the secular and ecclesial authorities and so for the well being of all, we have taken this important step.
We offer the following as resources:
- CDC suggestions: Social Distancing; wash hands frequently; go out as seldom as possible (only for medical care); keep surfaces clean and disinfected.
- Spiritual Resources: Many dioceses and local parish offers live Masses, check with your local provider and since you are on the internet, check YouTube for example Bishop Barren and EWTN.
- An Act of Spiritual Communion: The Faithful are encouraged to unite themselves to the Lord Jesus and to each other in “Spiritual Communion”, which is part of the rich history of the Church’s teachings. When the Faithful cannot access the Sacraments, especially the Body and Blood of Christ present in the Eucharist, they purify their hearts and ask God to allow them to be united with Him spiritually.
- Pray, Read, Meditate, Donate to your local community - Use this time to deepen your Franciscan Spirituality
Secular Franciscan Order
Who Are We?
" The Secular Franciscan Family, as one among many spiritual families raised up by The Holy Spirit in the Church, which unites all members of the people of God; Laity, Religious, and Priests - who recognizes that they are called to follow Christ in the footsteps of St Francis of Assisi, in various ways and forms, in the life giving union with each other, they intend to make present the Charism of their common Seraphic Father in the life and mission of the Church,
(SFO Rule, Chapter 1 Article 1)
Who Are We?
" The Secular Franciscan Family, as one among many spiritual families raised up by The Holy Spirit in the Church, which unites all members of the people of God; Laity, Religious, and Priests - who recognizes that they are called to follow Christ in the footsteps of St Francis of Assisi, in various ways and forms, in the life giving union with each other, they intend to make present the Charism of their common Seraphic Father in the life and mission of the Church,
(SFO Rule, Chapter 1 Article 1)
“Father, you helped Francis and Clare reflect the image of Christ through a life of poverty and humility. May we follow your Son by walking in the footsteps of Francis and Clare by imitating their joyful love.”
Our Rule is a Way of Life. Click Image to Read! |
The Secular Franciscan Order celebrating the Fortieth Anniversary of its RULE in 2018.
The International Order (CIOFS) has produced two videos marking this landmark anniversary. Please visit: English Espanol |
If I seek Peace, I will seek the Truth.
If I seek the Truth I will find Peace
We must be Peacemakers to help Rebuild the Church! jmh
If I seek the Truth I will find Peace
We must be Peacemakers to help Rebuild the Church! jmh