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Franciscans in the United States
There are seven Franciscan Provinces (areas or regions) in the United States. The Provinces in the US trace their origins to friars who came to minister to the tidal wave of Catholic immigrants who arrived in the country between 1840 and 1920. For a comprehensive view of Franciscans in the United States visit: https://usfranciscans.org/home/history/
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Franciscans in the SouthwestIn 1898, Friars from St. John the Baptist traveled to New Mexico at the invitation of St. Katharine Drexel. They started their ministry with the Navajo and Pueblo people. Over time, as ministries diversified and needs increased, Our Lady of Guadalupe Province was officially established in 1985. Since then, Franciscan friars have served in many ministries and areas in the region and beyond--including the Archdioceses of Santa Fe, San Antonio, and in the Dioceses of Gallup and Las Cruces, New Mexico; Colorado Springs; Gary, Indiana.
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Provincial Leadership
Every OFM province (region) is led by an elected Provincial Minister and Council. In Our Lady of Guadalupe Province, Father Ron Walters serves as Provincial Minister, assisted by Proivncial Vicar Father Charlie Martinez, and Provincil Councilors Dale Jamison, Erasmo Romero, Patrick Schaefer and Gerry Steinmetz.
Concerns for our leadership may be addressed to: [email protected]
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Throughout the Ages
Our Province has a rich history in the Southwest. We hope that you enjoy these photos of Franciscan Friars who served throughout our history.
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Learn More About Our History at the Provincial Archives
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Our Province is invested in our history for the sake of our future. 'A Becoming Place' is a 5,000 square foot archive that stores our rich history in the Southwest. At its dedication, the purpose of the Provincial Archives was defined as "the preservation of art and artifacts, records and recordings arising from Franciscan contributions to the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the Southwest, and to the vision of Franciscan ministry long continuing here.”
Those pursuing serious research may inquire with our Provincial Archivist, Brie Martin, at 505-508-2344 or: [email protected]
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