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.
WBAL-TV: There was no way Nijah Howard was missing his high school graduation. Every student who walks the stage to accept their diploma has their own story of challenges and accomplishments. For Nijah, in particular, he met this moment though faith and optimism in the face of a very difficult
On Monday, June 1, 2026, Friar David Francis BLOWEY, of the Province of Our Lady of the Angels in the USA [OLA], officially began his service as Assistant General for the Conventual Franciscan Federation (CFF). He took office at the start of the eighth session of the General Definitory (2025–2031),
As the Church in the United States and Canada celebrated the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord today (Thursday, May 14, 2026), Our Lady of the Angels (OLA) marks an important moment in our own history as we say goodbye to our Custody in Rio de Janeiro as it
