Franciscans International

Devastating Haiti Earthquake: Solidarity and prayers for the people of Haiti

14 Jan 2010

Haiti's worst earthquake in 200 years struck January 12, devastating the capital city, killing thousands and threatening over 3 million people in this desperately poor country. If you would like to make a donation through FI, we will ensure 100% of your donation reaches our Franciscans in Haiti.

Human Rights Campaign: thanks to those who contributed to its success!

13 Jan 2010

The first annual FI Human Rights Campaign launched during the Season of Advent has been a great success.

APPEL A L’ACTION: L’insécurité à l’Est de la RD Congo

17 Dec 2009

La situation sécuritaire continue de se dégrader en RD Congo malgré les opérations militaires conjointes menées en janvier et en juillet 2009 par les armées congolaise (FARDC) et rwandaise visant à chasser les rebelles des Forces démocratiques de libération du Rwanda (FDLR) et d’autres groupes armés à l’Est de la RD Congo.

The Franciscan Voice December issue

15 Dec 2009

We are happy to share with you our monthly newsletter: " The Franciscan Voice".

Examen Périodique Universel de la RD Congo: Participation de deux Franciscains Congolais

15 Dec 2009

Fr. Bruno Kesangana, OFM Cap et Fr Jean-Claude Kazadi-Mwamba, OFM ont participé à l’examen de la situation des droits de l’homme en RDC par le mécanisme de l’Examen Périodique Universel (EPU) du Conseil des droits de l’homme de l’ONU.

A Reflection on Human Rights for the Season of Advent: Week Three

15 Dec 2009

The Christmas story has two images that speak to us of migration. The Hebrew Scriptures recall that the Israelites were forced by a protracted famine to journey southwards into the land of Egypt in search of food.

Une soeur Franciscaine participe à la conference de Copenhague

11 Dec 2009

Au milieu de ce vaste rassemblement, unique en son genre, il me vient à l’esprit ces différentes images : notre monde est vaste et si divers, à voir ici tant de pays rassemblés.

December 10, Human Rights Day

10 Dec 2009

The principle of non-discrimination lies at the very heart of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that we celebrate today

A Reflection on Human Rights for the Season of Advent: Week Two

10 Dec 2009

It is in our hands to smooth the coming of God’s reign of justice and peace. It is left to us to prepare a way for God’s people to move beyond whatever holds them captive or oppressed to reach a place of peace and plenty.