Franciscan news
In February 2026, major Franciscan news centers on the historic opening of St. Francis’ relics for public veneration and the upcoming European Youth Meeting in Assisi.
Franciscan Media will close at the end of 2025, while the Society of St Francis (SSF) continues to report new vocations and ongoing ministerial work.
Key 2025-2026 Franciscan Highlights:
Relics Veneration (Feb 2026): Franciscan friars in Assisi opened the tomb of St. Francis, allowing for rare public viewing of his remains.
European Youth Meeting (Aug 2026): Scheduled for Aug 3–6, 2026, in Assisi, with Pope Leo XIV expected to participate.
Media Changes: Franciscan Media announced it will cease operations at the end of 2025, shifting toward new, more sustainable methods of evangelization.
Holy Land Focus: The Franciscan Custody is actively supporting the Christian community in the West Bank amidst economic challenges and reduced tourism.
Society of St Francis (Anglican): Recent updates include new professions, such as Br Simeon in Feb 2025, and continued ministry in the UK, including environmental advocacy.
Regional Updates:
USA: Continued focus on social justice, with reports on ministry to detainees.
Global: Ongoing, high-level diplomatic and spiritual efforts by the Order of Friars Minor (OFM).
Franciscan Media will close at the end of 2025, while the Society of St Francis (SSF) continues to report new vocations and ongoing ministerial work.
Key 2025-2026 Franciscan Highlights:
Relics Veneration (Feb 2026): Franciscan friars in Assisi opened the tomb of St. Francis, allowing for rare public viewing of his remains.
European Youth Meeting (Aug 2026): Scheduled for Aug 3–6, 2026, in Assisi, with Pope Leo XIV expected to participate.
Media Changes: Franciscan Media announced it will cease operations at the end of 2025, shifting toward new, more sustainable methods of evangelization.
Holy Land Focus: The Franciscan Custody is actively supporting the Christian community in the West Bank amidst economic challenges and reduced tourism.
Society of St Francis (Anglican): Recent updates include new professions, such as Br Simeon in Feb 2025, and continued ministry in the UK, including environmental advocacy.
Regional Updates:
USA: Continued focus on social justice, with reports on ministry to detainees.
Global: Ongoing, high-level diplomatic and spiritual efforts by the Order of Friars Minor (OFM).
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