WHO ARE BROTHER FRANCIS AND SISTER CLARE OF ASSISI?
The whole Franciscan movement began with one man who heard the call of Christ to "rebuild my Church." From that moment on, Francis created a counter-cultural revolution centered on living simply, loving all (especially the poor), and serving the Church. Other men began to follow Francis' way of life, as well as one young woman named Clare. Together, Francis and Clare and their fellow sisters and brothers created what would become the Franciscan movement we have today.
AFFILIATIONS
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is affiliated with several organizations.
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is the first formally recognized religious order of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Our motherhouse, St. Francis of the City, is a recognized mission in the TX-LA Gulf Coast Synod of the ELCA.
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is an active member of the Poor People's Campaign. Committed to the Jubilee Platform, the OLF will work to advocate and stand in solidarity with the poorest and most vulnerable in our society.
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is a Reconciling in Christ community, committed to including LGBTQIA people in the life of the Order, as well as investing in the work of dismantling white supremacy.
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is an institutional member of the Franciscan Action Network. In collaboration with other Franciscan Orders, we commit to public advocacy for policy changes that support nonviolence and care of the poor.
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is a full member of the Joint Committee on Franciscan Unity. With Roman Catholic, Episcopalian, and Ecumenical Franciscans, we work together to find common ground.
The Order of Lutheran Franciscans is an member of the Franciscan Federation. The Franciscan Federation is a network of Franciscan orders, agencies, and organizations, working together to support the Franciscan movement throughout the world.