Why Do Franciscans Wear Brown?
It’s one of the most iconic and recognizable religious habits in the world. The image of a preaching...
St. Francis’ Vocation Prayer
Saint Francis has inspired countless men and woman to discern vocations to the priesthood and religi...
Get to know us better
There are many ways to get to know a religious community. One of them is to familiarize yourself wit...
In the Footsteps of St. Francis
This week, we celebrate the feastday of Saint Francis of Assisi (October 4th), well known throughout...
Please join us October 2 for the Rosary for Life and Vocations
We invite you to join us for the Rosary for Life and Vocations at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sac...
Br. Leo Mary’s Vocation Story
Br. Leo Mary was born and raised in Thibodaux, Louisiana. In 1992, at 19 years of age, he joined th...
A Typical Day at Annunciation Friary
Fr. Patrick tells us what a typical day for the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word is like...
MFVA Community Appoints New Vocation Directors
IRONDALE, Ala. – Fr. Patrick and Fr. John Paul become the new Franciscan Missionary of the Eternal W...
Fr. Patrick Mary’s Vocation Story
Fr. Patrick Mary was born in Cocoa Beach, Florida, but lived in various places growing up due to his...
Br. Matthew Mary’s Vocation Story
Br. Matthew Mary lived in Delaware before entering religious life. After receiving instruction in t...