Capuchins follow the way of St. Francis of Assisi, that is, we see God’s presence and action in all of creation and in all parts of our world and through this awareness help bring about the Kingdom of God.This starts with transforming ourselves from being concerned primarily with our own needs to living for God and others, no matter who they may be.

Formation is how the men who join the Capuchins learn to bring their religious call to life and learn a new way of being in the world. All have something very special and unique to offer to the Capuchins and the Church.

Following the example of Christ and St. Francis, we have chosen to live a life of joyful service to God and all people, seeing all people as our brothers and sisters.

Our friars in formation experience fraternal brotherhood in their earliest stages, beginning with our non-resident candidate program. At this stage, a candidate attends discernment weekends,...
Within the context of fraternal living, the postulant comes to know firsthand what it means to be a Capuchin friar. The postulant lives with professed Capuchin Franciscans, participates in daily...
Novitiate is a year intended to help a friar continue to deepen his spiritual life, grow in his Capuchin identity, and further discern his particular vocation. The environment allows the novices to...
This formation prepares our student friars for solemn vows and for service as ministers in the Church. Immediately upon completion of the novitiate, the brothers profess simple vows, which are...

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