Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe

@friarsguadalupe

We’re a coast-to-coast Catholic brotherhood devoted to living the Gospel in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi.

Atlanta, GA

Joined May 2014

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Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · 11 h

Brs. Ricky Ferrer, OFM, Seraphim Gonzalez, OFM and Jesus Lara Romero, OFM professed their first vows earlier this month. Here's a recap of the ceremony available on YouTube. bit.ly/4lwFjJt

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Brs. Ricky Ferrer, OFM, Seraphim Gonzalez, OFM and Jesus Lara Romero, OFM professed their first vows earlier this month. Here's a recap of the ceremony available on YouTube. bit.ly/4lwFjJt

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 23

Hope is a shared experience. In times of uncertainty, we’re called to lean into a spirit of community. In this edition of Franciscan Wisdom in a Time of Crisis, Br. Murray Bodo, OFM and Br. Thomas Nairn, OFM, share humbling insights about hope. bit.ly/4f8KI7l

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Hope is a shared experience. In times of uncertainty, we’re called to lean into a spirit of community. In this edition of Franciscan Wisdom in a Time of Crisis, Br. Murray Bodo, OFM and Br. Thomas Nairn, OFM, share humbling insights about hope. bit.ly/4f8KI7l

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 22

We encourage you to take time to deepen your knowledge, skills and spiritual depth to confront racism through reading, videos and reflection. Here are some anti-racism resources for Catholics to help you get started. bit.ly/4o9Qn1d

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. We encourage you to take time to deepen your knowledge, skills and spiritual depth to confront racism through reading, videos and reflection. Here are some anti-racism resources for Catholics to help you get started. bit.ly/4o9Qn1d

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Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 20

Every year, more than 1,000 young people enter the doors of the facility, located in the St. Bernard neighborhood. Volunteer coaches and counselors, along with four full-time staffers and two part-timers, are there to guide them.  bit.ly/3TxKTiE

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Every year, more than 1,000 young people enter the doors of the facility, located in the St. Bernard neighborhood. Volunteer coaches and counselors, along with four full-time staffers and two part-timers, are there to guide them.  bit.ly/3TxKTiE

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Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 18

In a powerful act of unity and remembrance, Br. Jose Luis Peralta, OFM, and three postulants joined a group of 40 participants for the weeklong Migrant Trail Walk in May. bit.ly/4eIGtPr

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. In a powerful act of unity and remembrance, Br. Jose Luis Peralta, OFM, and three postulants joined a group of 40 participants for the weeklong Migrant Trail Walk in May. bit.ly/4eIGtPr

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Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 16

As a friar Air Force chaplain, Br. Bob Bruno, OFM, blended Franciscan spirituality with the demands of the military in a dynamic ministry of care, faith and adventure. Here is his story. bit.ly/409KCpU

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. As a friar Air Force chaplain, Br. Bob Bruno, OFM, blended Franciscan spirituality with the demands of the military in a dynamic ministry of care, faith and adventure. Here is his story. bit.ly/409KCpU

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 13

Padua Franciscan High School launched a $16 million capital campaign, Achieving Excellence, on May 27. The goal is to construct a new athletic center and transform the current gymnasium into a dedicated performing arts center. bit.ly/45T6SI5

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Padua Franciscan High School launched a $16 million capital campaign, Achieving Excellence, on May 27. The goal is to construct a new athletic center and transform the current gymnasium into a dedicated performing arts center. bit.ly/45T6SI5

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 11

This year, The Franciscan School celebrated its 25th anniversary of educating children in the spirit of St. Francis. The K-8 school, one of the largest Catholic elementary schools in the Eastern United States, is a beacon of Franciscan community. bit.ly/3TQIAXT

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. This year, The Franciscan School celebrated its 25th anniversary of educating children in the spirit of St. Francis. The K-8 school, one of the largest Catholic elementary schools in the Eastern United States, is a beacon of Franciscan community. bit.ly/3TQIAXT

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 10

Please say a prayer for our brother Br. Claude Lenehan, OFM, 97, who passed away on Saturday. During his nearly 75 years as a friar, he served at parishes on the East Coast and traveled extensively throughout the US preaching and giving retreats. bit.ly/44m2BvB

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Please say a prayer for our brother Br. Claude Lenehan, OFM, 97, who passed away on Saturday. During his nearly 75 years as a friar, he served at parishes on the East Coast and traveled extensively throughout the US preaching and giving retreats. bit.ly/44m2BvB

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 9

With gratitude in his heart and tears in his eyes, Br. Manuel Mendoza, OFM, professed his solemn vows as a Franciscan friar of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe on June 23. Will you say a prayer for Br. Manuel and his vocation? bit.ly/4krmqGL

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. With gratitude in his heart and tears in his eyes, Br. Manuel Mendoza, OFM, professed his solemn vows as a Franciscan friar of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe on June 23. Will you say a prayer for Br. Manuel and his vocation? bit.ly/4krmqGL

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Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 8

Our brothers are a voice for the voiceless. As millions of people exercised their First Amendment right to peacefully assemble on June 14, friars brought a Franciscan call for justice and peace, as well as a ministry of presence, to the gatherings. bit.ly/3TSgT0N

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Our brothers are a voice for the voiceless. As millions of people exercised their First Amendment right to peacefully assemble on June 14, friars brought a Franciscan call for justice and peace, as well as a ministry of presence, to the gatherings. bit.ly/3TSgT0N

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 7

🙏 Where have you glimpsed God’s presence in your life today? ☀️ Where do you see signs of Christ’s peace quietly blooming? 🕊️ How is God calling you into the harvest as a laborer of peace?

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. 🙏 Where have you glimpsed God’s presence in your life today?

☀️ Where do you see signs of Christ’s peace quietly blooming?

🕊️ How is God calling you into the harvest as a laborer of peace?

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 6

It is with sadness that we say good-bye to one of our brothers. Br. Earl (Robert) Benz, OFM, 95, peacefully passed away on June 26, 2025, at Blessed Giles Friary in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Please pray for the repose of his soul. bit.ly/46sWnvl

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. It is with sadness that we say good-bye to one of our brothers. Br. Earl (Robert) Benz, OFM, 95, peacefully passed away on June 26, 2025, at Blessed Giles Friary in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Please pray for the repose of his soul. bit.ly/46sWnvl

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 4

It is because of the sacrifice of men & women who fought for our freedom that we are able to celebrate today. Please keep our country & our soldiers in your prayers. Will you say: 🙏 The Our Father 🙏 Hail Mary 🙏 Litany of the Most Precious Blood

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. It is because of the sacrifice of men &amp; women who fought for our freedom that we are able to celebrate today. Please keep our country &amp; our soldiers in your prayers.

Will you say:
🙏 The Our Father
🙏 Hail Mary
🙏 Litany of the Most Precious Blood

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 2

Franciscan friars share tips for maintaining one’s prayer practice during the summer. From rising early to considering a retreat to spending time in God’s creation, here are ideas to deepen one's prayer life. bit.ly/3WBXl20

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Franciscan friars share tips for maintaining one’s prayer practice during the summer. From rising early to considering a retreat to spending time in God’s creation, here are ideas to deepen one's prayer life. bit.ly/3WBXl20

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 1

Today we honor St. Junípero Serra, OFM—patron of vocations and founder of missions. We ask his prayers for those discerning God's call to religious life, especially the Franciscan way. 🙏 St. Junípero Serra, pray for us! #FranciscanVocations #StJuniperoSerra #OFMFriars

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Today we honor St. Junípero Serra, OFM—patron of vocations and founder of missions. We ask his prayers for those discerning God's call to religious life, especially the Franciscan way.
🙏 St. Junípero Serra, pray for us!
#FranciscanVocations #StJuniperoSerra #OFMFriars

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jul 1

The living conditions in Gaza and the Occupied Territories of the West Bank have rapidly deteriorating leaving thousands at risk of mass starvation and death. Our prayer, voice and action are needed more than ever. Here's how we encourage you to join us: bit.ly/4e7vDCl

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. The living conditions in Gaza and the Occupied Territories of the West Bank have rapidly deteriorating leaving thousands at risk of mass starvation and death. Our prayer, voice and action are needed more than ever. Here's how we encourage you to join us: bit.ly/4e7vDCl

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jun 30

St. Francis saw all creation as family—brother sun, sister moon. His Canticle of the Creatures inspired friars worldwide and even Pope Francis' Laudato Si’. 800 years later, its message still moves us. bit.ly/4nazK4O #Franciscan #LaudatoSi #Canticle800

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. St. Francis saw all creation as family—brother sun, sister moon. His Canticle of the Creatures inspired friars worldwide and even Pope Francis' Laudato Si’. 800 years later, its message still moves us. bit.ly/4nazK4O #Franciscan #LaudatoSi #Canticle800

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Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jun 29

Jesus Christ is Lord! Today on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, we look to them and the example of their lives as reflection on how to live our own. Preach Christ's love to all.

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Jesus Christ is Lord!

Today on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, we look to them and the example of their lives as reflection on how to live our own. Preach Christ's love to all.

Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe@friarsguadalupe · Jun 29

Today we honor St. Vincentia Gerosa, Third Order Franciscan & co-founder of the Sisters of Charity of Lovere. Her humble service to the poor reflected the heart of St. Francis. 🙏 St. Vincentia, pray for us! #StVincentiaGerosa #FranciscanSaint #ThirdOrder

friarsguadalupe's tweet image. Today we honor St. Vincentia Gerosa, Third Order Franciscan &amp; co-founder of the Sisters of Charity of Lovere. Her humble service to the poor reflected the heart of St. Francis.
🙏 St. Vincentia, pray for us!
#StVincentiaGerosa #FranciscanSaint #ThirdOrder