We Franciscan Friars of Our Lady of the Angels Province, Order of Friars Minor Conventual (OFM Conv.) are members of a worldwide Roman Catholic fraternity (Religious Men) who follow the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the spirit of our founder, St. Francis of Assisi. We invite you to take some time to explore all of our website to learn about us and our various ministries.
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Pilgrimage Opportunities:
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land 2019 (Brochure Link) led by Pilgrimage Director – Fr. Jobe Abbass, OFM Conv.
with Very Reverend Fr. James McCurry, OFM Conv. serving as Spiritual Guide
October 21-31, 2019
all inclusive cost from JFK (New York): $3,540.00
{additional $1,100.00 if requesting a single room}
Contact: Pat Tours at 800-388-0988
Safeguarding Statement: The Franciscan Friars Conventual of Our Lady of the Angels Province are committed to creating safe environments for children and vulnerable adults. Our safeguarding processes for the protection of minors and vulnerable adults are routinely reviewed by the accrediting organization Praesidium, in accordance with strict Church norms. Any allegation regarding the Franciscan Friars Conventual of this Province receives an immediate response, according to Praesidium’s rigorous standards. This includes the Province’s full cooperation with local law enforcement authorities and Ordinaries who have ecclesial jurisdiction over the matters, as well as a duly diligent investigation by a qualified third party in order to substantiate credibility. This investigative process is being followed with respect to the questions currently being raised about Fr. James Smyka, who is suspended from public ministry.