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: Sister Damien Hinderer, OSF
A simple yes to a one-time good deed transformed into a lifelong ministry for Sister Damien Hinderer, OSF.
Followers of St. Francis: Theresa Diersen
When Theresa Diersen walks into the dining room at St. Francis Seraph Ministries in Cincinnati, Ohio, guests immediately take notice: Faces light up; hugs are in abundance.
Followers of St. Francis: Marcellino Micallef, OFM
In response to the growing number of refugees, poor, and the homeless, Father Marcellino and the friars decided to transform their historic monastery’s former refectory into a soup kitchen.
Followers of St. Francis: Cynthia Perkins
As many as 4,538 residents experience homelessness on any given day. Milwaukee, in particular, is beset by homelessness, prostitution, and human trafficking.
