Followers of St. Francis: John Young
“St. Francis went out of his comfort zone and physically suffered for the sake of the Gospel; I take a lot of inspiration from his example,” John Young says.
Followers of St. Francis: Vincent Petersen, OFM Conv
Father Vincent Petersen, OFM Conv, a connection with the natural world was there from the start.
Followers of St. Francis: Sister Jane Mary Sorosiak, OSF
Sister Jane Mary has been spreading joy for more than six decades through her service and art.
Followers of St. Francis: Sister Shirley Shafranek, OFS/T
You could say that Sister Shirley Shafranek, OFS/T, was born a Franciscan and that, as her life unfolded, so did her realization that God was calling her to religious life.
Followers of St. Francis: Al Hirt, OFM
When Father Al Hirt, OFM, was a child growing up in Batesville, Indiana, the Franciscan friars who ran St. Louis Church seemed omnipresent in the small Midwestern town.
Followers of St. Francis: Peter Tremblay, OFM Conv
Friar Peter Tremblay, OFM Conv, knows firsthand how impactful woodworking can be on one’s faith.
Followers of St. Francis: Sister Marie Lucey, OSF
After 60 years, Sister Marie is still working hard for justice and peace.
