Capuchin Franciscan Province of St. Joseph

06/04/2026

Day two at the 49th Provincial Chapter in Manitowoc, WI. Friars continue to meet, reflect, discern and pray. Please continue to pray for the friars as tomorrow is the third and final day of Chapter which includes an election of the Provincial Council!

06/03/2026

"Before they perished in a tyrant’s fire after a forced march through the jungle, St. Charles and his companions had already stirred into flame the gift of faith they had received. Though young and vulnerable, they already possessed a spirit of “power and love and self-control.”

Read the latest blog by Fr. John Celichowski, OFM Cap. at:

Inspired by the gospel of Jesus and the example of Francis of Assisi, the Capuchin friars of the Province of St. Joseph together with our partners in ministry, prayerfully build sister-brotherhood in the world. We attend simply and directly to the spiri...

06/03/2026

Please continue to pray for the friars as they are gathered for their 49th Provincial Chapter!

06/02/2026

Day one of the 49th Chapter of the Capuchin Province of St. Joseph. The friars are gathered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin to discuss and plan for the future of the Province and elect leadership for the next three years. The Chapter also serves as a sort of family reunion, affording an opportunity for friars from far-flung regions of the province to join together in brotherhood. Pray for the friars as they discern the road ahead.

06/02/2026

The tracker action pipe organ at St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a remarkable instrument that needs to be restored for further playing! If you are considering donating to the restoration of the beautiful instrument, please contact the Parish at (414) 374-5750. Thank you!

05/29/2026

Congratulations to Br. Layola Francis who graduated from the Catholic Theological Union at Chicago this past weekend!

05/28/2026

Congratulations to the 8th Grade Graduates of Pryor St. Charles Mission school!

05/27/2026

"There are countless books, conferences, and courses on leadership. Some can cost thousands of dollars. At the foundation of each of them is a fundamental choice between leading as a ruler and leading as a servant. Having power over others is different than having power for and with them."

Read the latest blog by Fr. John Celichowski, OFM Cap. at:

There are countless books, conferences, and courses on leadership. Some can cost thousands of dollars. At the foundation of each of them is a fundamental choice between leading as a ruler and leading as a servant. Having power over others is different than having power for and with them.

05/25/2026

Congratulations to our new Deacons!

05/24/2026

Congratulations to Br. José Maria Vera, OFM Cap., and Br. Layola Keerthivasan Francis, OFM Cap. on their Diaconate Ordination at Saint Francis of Assisi Parish by Archbishop Jeffrey Grob.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in prayer and celebration for this special day! Following the Mass, friars, family, and friends gathered in the Capuchin Spiritual Center for a joyful reception celebrating Br. José and Br. Layola and their vocation.

Please continue to keep Br. José and Br. Layola in your prayers as they continue their journey of service and ministry!