Become an Associate of the Order of Franciscan Hermits
The Order of Franciscan Hermits has a network of non-Member "Associates" - lay persons within the Church, much like an "Oblate" of a Benedictine Community, who strive to follow the Rule of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis of Assisi according to their state in life (single or married). They identify with and begin to live our specific Mission to Rebuild the Church and Pray for WORLD PEACE, through contemplative prayer, compassionate dialogue, fraternal interaction, nonviolent action, and performing the good works asked of us in the Gospel. They also strive to live a life of substantial silence, substantial solitude, contemplative prayer and penance. They begin to Focus on what Unites us as Franciscans and Christians, rather than on what Divides us. They also participate in our Formation studies. Through their association, they agree to lovingly support and pray for the Members of the Order of Franciscan Hermits. All Associates are included in the daily prayers of the Members of the Order.
We welcome all baptized Christians, in the Spirit of Ecumenism and Fraternity, who are able to strive towards St. Francis' requirement of the Brothers to be "Obedient to the Pope and his successors" and who are committed to Rebuild the Church and Pray for WORLD PEACE, to join the Order of Franciscan Hermits as an "Associate." We work to support and foster a sense of belonging and Unity of Purpose - providing a meeting place for like-minded souls, common ground for those who feel called to the Contemplative Life, Blessed by Franciscan Charism and Spirituality.
For those non-Catholics who wish to work towards Christian Unity, but do not yet agree with or wish to strive towards St. Francis' requirement of the Brothers to be "Obedient to the Pope and his successors," the OFH is not able to extend an invitation for them to become an Associate until they are in alignment with this requirement of Association. We are all still "One Body" as Christians, but they are not yet not in alignment with St. Francis' vision for living the Gospel Life.
All Roman Catholic Members and Associates believe and profess all that the Catholic Church presents to us through our Holy Father, Pope Francis and his successors, the Magisterium (the teaching authority of the Church), Sacred Apostolic Tradition (which includes the Apostle and Nicene Creeds of the Faith defining our belief in the One, Triune God) and Sacred Scripture. Throughout the world, the OFH honors and prays daily for the intentions and wellbeing of their Diocesan Bishops, Ordinaries, and the Holy Father.
The OFH includes non-Catholic Christian participants in a way that respects and ensures the integrity of the religious beliefs and freedom of all, according to the norms of the Roman Catholic Church.
Before you Ask to Join the Order of Franciscan Hermits as an Associate, Please read ALL of our Frequently Asked Questions and agree to the terms of the following Disclaimer:
*DISCLAIMER: Each Associate and/or Member of the Order of Franciscan Hermits is Independent and is responsible for his or her own financial support and are not employees of the Order. The Order of Franciscan Hermits will NOT be held responsible for actions of any kind of any of its Independent Associates or Members. Being an Associate or Member does not convey ministerial authorization to perform Sacraments or to conduct business on behalf of the Order of Franciscan Hermits. Members (not Associates) may use the initials OFH after their names to show their Fraternal Association with the Order, but no other benefits or guarantees are implied other than use of this website and associated social media to help facilitate communication with the Members. The Order of Franciscan Hermits reserves the right to revoke Individual Membership and/or change and amend the terms of membership at any time without notice. Associates and Members are expected to be respectful of others and only post appropriate, non-political information of interest to world-wide Franciscans.
If you would like to be an Associate, please join our Email List and Facebook GROUP, which is the best way to meet with all the other OFH Associates.
We welcome all baptized Christians, in the Spirit of Ecumenism and Fraternity, who are able to strive towards St. Francis' requirement of the Brothers to be "Obedient to the Pope and his successors" and who are committed to Rebuild the Church and Pray for WORLD PEACE, to join the Order of Franciscan Hermits as an "Associate." We work to support and foster a sense of belonging and Unity of Purpose - providing a meeting place for like-minded souls, common ground for those who feel called to the Contemplative Life, Blessed by Franciscan Charism and Spirituality.
For those non-Catholics who wish to work towards Christian Unity, but do not yet agree with or wish to strive towards St. Francis' requirement of the Brothers to be "Obedient to the Pope and his successors," the OFH is not able to extend an invitation for them to become an Associate until they are in alignment with this requirement of Association. We are all still "One Body" as Christians, but they are not yet not in alignment with St. Francis' vision for living the Gospel Life.
All Roman Catholic Members and Associates believe and profess all that the Catholic Church presents to us through our Holy Father, Pope Francis and his successors, the Magisterium (the teaching authority of the Church), Sacred Apostolic Tradition (which includes the Apostle and Nicene Creeds of the Faith defining our belief in the One, Triune God) and Sacred Scripture. Throughout the world, the OFH honors and prays daily for the intentions and wellbeing of their Diocesan Bishops, Ordinaries, and the Holy Father.
The OFH includes non-Catholic Christian participants in a way that respects and ensures the integrity of the religious beliefs and freedom of all, according to the norms of the Roman Catholic Church.
Before you Ask to Join the Order of Franciscan Hermits as an Associate, Please read ALL of our Frequently Asked Questions and agree to the terms of the following Disclaimer:
*DISCLAIMER: Each Associate and/or Member of the Order of Franciscan Hermits is Independent and is responsible for his or her own financial support and are not employees of the Order. The Order of Franciscan Hermits will NOT be held responsible for actions of any kind of any of its Independent Associates or Members. Being an Associate or Member does not convey ministerial authorization to perform Sacraments or to conduct business on behalf of the Order of Franciscan Hermits. Members (not Associates) may use the initials OFH after their names to show their Fraternal Association with the Order, but no other benefits or guarantees are implied other than use of this website and associated social media to help facilitate communication with the Members. The Order of Franciscan Hermits reserves the right to revoke Individual Membership and/or change and amend the terms of membership at any time without notice. Associates and Members are expected to be respectful of others and only post appropriate, non-political information of interest to world-wide Franciscans.
If you would like to be an Associate, please join our Email List and Facebook GROUP, which is the best way to meet with all the other OFH Associates.
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Rule of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis of Assisi
- The Testament of St. Francis
- OFH Ministries
- OFH Mission
- Submit a PRAYER REQUEST
- Facebook GROUP - By Joining Our FB Group, you become an OFH "Associate" (much like Oblates of Benedictine Communities) agreeing to lovingly support and pray for the Order of Franciscan Hermits. This is the best way to meet with all the OFH Associates.
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