As you begin your spiritual journey, you may have some questions that come to mind. On this page, you will find some responses to some of the most common questions we receive.

We hope you find this information insightful.
Please contact us when you’re ready to take the next step on your journey.

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Do you live in a cloistered monastery?

No. Franciscans are not monks and therefore we do not live a cloistered life in the monastery. As members of the Franciscan family, we do God’s work in the community. We attend daily Mass and gather twice daily for common prayer. We eat meals as a family, and at times, have special recreation together.

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Do you wear your habit all of the time?

No. We wear our habit for liturgical events, Mass, prayers, meals and some community gatherings. We are free to wear regular clothing when we work outside, in the garden, when traveling a long distance, when we do household duties or have to do grocery shopping.

Do you allow visitors to your monastery?

Yes! Visitors are welcome, although we do like to have a written request to make the necessary accommodations and time allotments.

A FRANCISCAN BROTHER

The essence of Brotherhood is not determined just by our work or daily activities, but by the lifestyle we live with others in community.

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