The Franciscan Friars of the Our Lady of the Angels Province are Catholic religious priests and brothers who have dedicated their lives to following Jesus Christ in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. We live in community, serve where needed most, and spread God’s love through joy, simplicity, and everyday service.
We are a brotherhood, dedicated to following the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. Whether serving the poor, teaching the Faith, offering spiritual guidance, or simply being present in communities, our friars strive to live out the Gospel with compassion and joy.
Discover the many ways we bring Christ’s love to the world through our ministries. Whether serving the poor, teaching the faith, offering spiritual guidance, or simply being present in communities, our friars strive to live out the Gospel with compassion and joy.
Fr. Mark David (John Leo) Skura, OFM Conv., a Franciscan Friar of the Our Lady of the Angels Province, died on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, in Buffalo, N.Y. Born June 22, 1953, in Lackawanna, N.Y., he was son of the late Leo James Skura and Rose Marie (nee Preischel) Lasota; brother to Alice
Although the work of the Historical Commission was completed in August 2024, because of delays and confusion on the Cause in Brazil, it has been in limbo for more than two years. Finally, it seems that the final Tribunal, the last step in the Diocese of Andrelandia, is about to take
St. Francis High School President Friar Matt Foley who was among The Catholic University of America 2026 Alumni Awards Recipients on Oct. 17, 2026. According to CAU, “These graduates exemplify the University’s highest ideals of education, leadership, and service, and have made their mark across disciplines, industries, and regions.” ”It
