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This presentation explores the concept of belonging in the Ordo Franciscanus Saecularis (Secular Franciscan Order) through acceptance, affinity, association, and attachment. It discusses the importance of belonging to the order and living out the Franciscan charism. The presentation also addresses common misunderstandings and challenges faced by Secular Franciscans.

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  1. Disclaimer • This power point was developed from presentations, handouts, discussions, and information presented at the 2016 NAFRA Formation Workshop.

  2. BELONGING Ordo Franciscanus Saecularis

  3. Belonging to the order Acceptance , Affinity, Association, Attachment, Inclusion, Kinship, Loyalty, Rapport, Relationship

  4. The Holy Spirit Come Holy Spirit enkindle in us the fire of your love.

  5. Belonging • “And the Lord gave me Brother and Sisters”

  6. Francis, A letter to the Entire Order • Listen, pay attention to my words, incline the ear of your heart and obey the voice of the son of God. Observe His commandments with your whole heart and fulfil His counsels with a perfect mind. Give praise to Him because he is good; exalt Him by your deeds ; for this reason, He has sent you into the whole world; that you may bear witness to His voice in word and deed and bring everyone to know that there is no one who is all powerful except Him. Persevere in discipline and holy obedience and, with good and firm purpose, fulfil what you have promised Him.

  7. The Witness • Consider • What prompted me to respond to God’s Grace? • When have I found joy in the Lord and in his Church? • When have I experienced “peace” through Jesus and His church? • How have I grown in virtue through Jesus and the Church? • What blessings have I received from the Lord and His Church? • What difference has the Holy Spirit made in my life • How have I loved those who are difficult to love?

  8. Witness cont. • .How do I live the Franciscan Charism in my life? • .How has this charism changed my life? • .How do I struggle with Franciscanism ? • .How have I been challenged by this state of life? • .What are some of the common misunderstandings of the Secular Franciscan Order. • What misunderstandings did you have?

  9. Belonging to the Family St. Francis ST. Clare 2 1 2 First Order Second Order Conventuals Poor Clares Observants 3 Capuchins Third Order Seculars Third Order Regular Friars and Sisters

  10. Belonging and Identity • The Main Connection • A gift from God

  11. Belonging as Co-responsibility BELONGING to the Order Is based upon our Profession, that is the act with which we are solemnly committed to “live the Gospel in the way of Saint Francis and through the authentic rule of the Church” Rule 2 Article 3.3 of the General Constitution states “the vocation to the OFS is a vocation to live the gospel in fraternity.

  12. Belonging as Co - responsibility • Belonging to the local Fraternity • We know the definition of the local fraternity contained in Art.22 of the Rule: “the basic unit of the order… A visible sign of Church… community of love …”.

  13. Cont. Co- responsibility • The General Constitution in( Art.30.2) states how belonging to the fraternity should be lived.. • 1. personal presence at the “frequent gatherings” organized by the council to stimulate everyone to the life of fraternity and growth of Franciscan and ecclesial life. (Rule No. 24)

  14. Belonging as co-responsibility • 2.WITNESS, of Gospel life and fraternal life • 3.PRAYER, it is the soul of the community of love (Rule No.8) • 4. ACTIVE COLLABORATION, of everyone for the good of the community • 5.COMMITMENTS,to bring life to the fraternity, when it comes to taking an office/service. • 6. ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION , based on ability of the individual members

  15. New Forms of Intervention • Secular Franciscan’s voluntary service is not only a “to do”, it Is above all a “way to be” that comes from the heart, from an attitude of gratitude toward life, and asks us “to give back” and to share with others the gifts received. • Attention to the young • Ecology • Our own personal commitment for a simple lifestyle • Interfaith dialogue • Mission to the people

  16. “Living the Franciscan Way of Life is a Continual and Enlightening Process” • Living the Franciscan Way of Life is a Continual and Enlightening Process. A complete list of Essential Elements of Franciscan Spirituality maybe found in your binder and on the Queen of Peace Website on the Formation Page.

  17. I BELONG • Profession is a grace, a life changing event in God’s time. Living out your Franciscan vocation in the Catholic Church. The Order is part of the church . Your Franciscan charism does not allow you to belong to and do everything. One of the major obstacles to becoming a Secular Franciscan is realizing it is first in your life now.

  18. Conclusion • So… • How in practice do we nurture the sense of belonging to a Secular Franciscan Order ? • Let us never forget that our constitution in( Art.30.1) strongly affirms that the Secular Franciscans are members of a local fraternity ; however, they belong to everyone in life and in mission.

  19. Closing Prayer • You have been called to give witness to the Kingdom of God and to build a more fraternal world based on the gospel together with all people of goodwill. Do you wish to be faithful to this vocation and to practice the spirit of service proper to Secular Franciscans?

  20. Closing Prayer • Do you wish to embrace the gospel way of life by following the example of St. Francis of Assisi, which is at the heart of the Rule of the Secular Franciscan Order? • Ans. YES THAT IS WHAT I WANT !

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