A simple invitation after Sunday Mass led Br. Jimmy to discover God’s call to religious life. Today, as he studies in Rome, he’s preparing for a lifetime of Franciscan service thanks in part to the generosity of Franciscan Mission Associates supporters.

When we think about learning, we often picture children in classrooms or young people preparing for a profession. But as Christians, learning is something we are called to do throughout our lives.

When Monica’s parents made the difficult decision to send her to Valley of the Angels, they hoped she would find safety and a better education. What she found was a second family, a stronger faith, and the opportunity to build a life filled with hope.

Franciscan Mission Associate’s semi-annual FMA Focus publication is now available. In this issue, we reflect on the virtue of longsuffering.