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Congress Votes to Affirm SFO Commitment to Transforming Racism, Exclusion

Process Procession
Of Cultures
A procession of cultures, with native dress from around the world, kicks off the 17th Quinquennial Congress in Pittsburgh, PA. Ohio Bishop Daniel Conlon is celebrant for the opening mass. more
Young Adults Professed 'Know Your Own
Cultural Iceberg'

Keynote speaker Fr. Eric Law paints his message of multi-cultural sensitivity with Franciscan brushstrokes, and asks Congress attendees to look below the surface at their own cultural icebergs. more
National Kateri Shrine, Fonda

Franciscan Story:
Beauty Loves Beast
On the nation's birthday, a mass featuring Korean song and culture caps an afternoon of small groups exploring cultural diversity. The celebrant, Fr. Francis Kim, OFM, spins a tale of beauty and the beast. more

Bro. Ed Coughlin, OFM Communication
Styles May Differ
Know yourself, foster respectful communication, and be aware of different styles of communication, Fr. Eric Law observes. Sharing opens the door to learning about yourself as well as others. more
Syro-Malabar
Mass Caps Day
An Indian, Syro-Malabar Rite mass caps a second afternoon of small group discussions exploring cultural insights as a people of faith. Fr. Peter Verrickkanakudy, OFM Cap., is the celebrant. more
Festival Gets
Rousing Ovations
An evening Cultural Festival erupts into one rousing ovation after another, with Native American, India, and Korean performances. It is sponsored by NAFRA Multicultural Committee. more
A 'Q' Journal:
Daily Impressions
Vickie Klick, SFO, shares the impact that the Quinquennial had in her daily journal, and thinks this is the best "Q" of the three she attended. more

Check out
"Q" photo galleries at this
link (photo orders benefit NAFRA 'Q' fund):
"Q" PHOTOS

In addition, here's
how to Order
DVDs of "Q"
and Photo CDs
.

WORKSHOPS
Patti Normile, SFO, on
treasuring care-giving.
Ron Pihokker, SFO, on
stories in catechesis.
Ed Shirley, SFO, on
midwifing Christ.
Javier Orozco, SFO, on
Francis and secular life.
Archbishop Says:
We Need SFOs
A Franciscan Byzantine Archbishop celebrates mass, and calls on Secular Franciscans to live the charism of Francis. "The church needs you!" he says. more
Standing Ovation
Caps Fest Part II
Cultural Festival Part II offers scenic, dance and musical splendor ranging from the Philippines and Vietnam to Mexico and Italy. The audience gives a standing ovation. more
Power Analysis
Helps Dialogue
A “ power analysis” is a good tool to use to enter into dialogue, Fr. Eric Law notes in his third and final keynote address of the Quinquennial Congress. more
Spanish Liturgy
Spotlights Peace
A mass filled with Hispanic song, rhythm and culture caps the final evening of the Quinquennial Congress on Saturday, July 7, with a focus on being a people of peace. more

WORKSHOPS:
Spiritual Assistants;
Youth Congress

Lay spiritual assistants feel welcomed.

Over 30 youth at Franciscan Youth Congress.

SFOs Enhance 'Q'
With Talents
A behind-the-scenes report:
1. Q theme song (hear it)
2. Q logo design.
3. Giant Q quilt to travel.
4. St. Elizabeth painting.
5. Q planners.
more