The St. Francis Secular Franciscans on the road again with Sister Annette to St. Joan of Arc Regional National Visitation Gathering.
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- Eight of us gathered at St. Francis of Assisi Mission ready for a weekend with our Regional Third Order Secular Brothers and Sisters.
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- Are we there yet???
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- A good car game! Andy. Your turn to give a proper name which begins with the letter Y!
Fraternities of the St. Joan of Arc Region gathered in Baton Rouge, LA for its official visit from the National level of the Order.
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- The Regions banner hung in place.
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- A Franciscan setting was in front for all to enjoy
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- St. Francis of Assisi”Newly Forming” group hung their poster.
For the St. Francis “Newly Forming” group this was another Formation experience. What is Visitation ? One or more persons from the National level of the Order visit each Region every 3 years to share with and assist the Region and it’s Fraternities in what ever way they can. It is a way of staying in touch with the Fraternities of the entire Order and ensuring the Fraternities and its members growth in holiness and fraternity. In turn each Local Fraternity likewise has Visitation from the Regional level for the same purpose.
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- Morning and Evening Prayer were said in common as well as mass.
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- The group was lead in prayer and song before each meeting.
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- The Regions council shared information with us and updated us on Regional happenings.
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- A shared moment of friendship.
The days were filled with sharing and getting to know other Secular Franciscans, how other Fraternities conduct their gatherings and what materials they use for On-going Formation.
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- Our National Visitor shared with us her insights and hopes for the Region.
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- Breaks and meals were well provided for.
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- Meal time was always a great time to regroup with our local fraternity .
Time to pack up and be on the road toward home came quickly!
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- Yes, It truly was a worthwhile trip.