The Order of Ecumenical Franciscans is a body of Christians who maintain a devotion to Sts. Francis and Clare and their interpretation of the gospel life. We are a diverse group — male and female, single and partnered/married, clergy and laity, liberal and conservative, straight and gay — with varied abilities and disabilities. Our members' church affiliations include free churches and mainline Protestant denominations, as well as Anglican and Catholic communions.

Learn who the Franciscan friars are and what makes them different from other religious orders; learn about the Province of St. John the Baptist, the practices and work of a male, Roman Catholic religious order.

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www.franciscans.org has been created by the Conventual Franciscan Friars as an open invitation to explore Franciscan life and spirituality. The invitation is open to everyone but is specifically designed for Catholic men and women looking to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ and his Church through St. Francis of Assisi and Franciscan community life and service.

The Franciscan Friars of California, St Barbara Province. Visit our site to learn about the good works of the Franciscan Friars and the entire Franciscan family.