Three New Secular Franciscans!

I am very happy to report that the world has three new Secular Franciscans and they are members of the People of Peace fraternity in Indianapolis, Indiana.

• Helen Burke, SFO
• Jack Hill, SFO
• Dave Whaley, SFO

All three made their profession during a brief ceremony that occurred during the Transitus of St. Francis on Sunday evening, October 3, which was celebrated in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel on the campus of Marian University. A reception was held afterwards. Lots of hugs and prayers of thanksgiving.

Another Secular Franciscan! Gary Ziegler

After Mass on Sunday, June 6, 2010 in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel at Marian University, Gary Ziegler made his profession and joined the People of Peace fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order. It was a simple ceremony, highlighted by Gary's personal statement about why he decided to become a member of the order. About 20 Secular Franciscans were present. Afterwards, everyone gathered in the community room of the Ruth Lilly Student Center for our regular meeting and celebrated Gary's profession with cake and punch.

Summer Retreat 2010

Getting ready to throw down some cash ($75) and register for the summer retreat. See details below. (The registration deadline is Friday, June 4.) Fr. Lester Bach O.F.M. Cap. is leading the retreat. I have it on good authority that we may be able to pick up a copy of his new book for a very good price. I like his style. Simple. Friendly. Clear. You don't need a S.T.D. in systematic theology to read it. That's refreshing.

Triennial Regional Elections

Our Lady of Indiana, the regional fraternity, held it's triennial elective chapter on Saturday, April 10, 2010.

Presider: NAFRA Councilor Mary Bittner.

Friar Witness as delegated by CNSA: Fr. John Sullivan OFM

The Holy Spirit led the Regional Council to elect the following to serve you the the coming three years:

Minister - Frank Vargo

Vice Minister- Dave Dieringer

Secretary - Fred Kidwell

Treasurer - Sharon Roberts

Formation Director - Kathleen White

Councilors: Bill Fink, Bob Golobish, Elaine Stiner

"Let us begin, for up to now we have done nothing!" - Francis said that.

More Summer Retreat Details

Our Lady of Indiana Regional Fraternity

Summer Retreat

University of St. Francis

Fort Wayne, Indiana

June 18- 20, 2010

Retreat Master: Fr. Lester Bach, OFM Cap

Friday, June 18
Arrive 7:00 pm
Evening session: 8 pm
Evening prayer

Saturday, June 19
1st morning session: 9 am
2nd morning session: 11 am
Lunch - noon
Break - quite time
1st afternoon session: 2 pm
Mass: 5 pm
Dinner: 6 pm
Open forum and community prayer
Adoration: 9 pm to Midnight

Sunday, June 20
Final Session: 9 am

Cost per person with overnight accommodations (two nights): $75
Cost per person for day registration: $40
Deadline for registration: Friday, June 4
Registration Form

Please call Erin Gigli, SFO with questions
1-260-414-5597