Associates of the Society of St Francis

The Society of St Francis is an expression of the Franciscan life within the Anglican Communion. The American Province consists of Brothers of the Society of St Francis, Sisters of the Community of St Francis and the members of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis
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YOUR OBLIGATIONS AS AN ASSOCIATE

1. To pray to God and read some verses of the Bible every day.

2. To attend Holy Communion regularly.

3. To make use of the sacrament of reconciliation or some other method of examination of conscience and penance.

4. To practice responsible stewardship of resources.

5. To support your Franciscan Brothers and Sisters in the Society of St. Francis through your prayers and gifts.

6. To respond to God's call to the service of others in the situation of your life.

7. To deepen your knowledge of God and the faith through study and retreats.

8. To write a Rule of Life and correspond with the Secretary for Associates at least once a year.