Secular Franciscan Order
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The Secular Franciscan Order is part of the third branch of the Franciscan family formed by Catholic men and women who seek to observe the Gospel of Jesus by following the example of Francis of Assisi
The Secular Franciscan Order and other Franciscan movements are disciples of Francis of Assisi (1182–1226). Painting by El Greco (1541–1614).
Bonaventure (1221–1274), painting by Claude François, ca. 1650–1660.
John Duns Scotus (c1266–1308)
Secular Franciscans can be recognized by the Tau Cross they wear as a lapel pin (here) or pendant.
Third Order of Saint Francis
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The Third Order of Saint Francis, or Franciscan Tertiaries, is the third order of the Franciscan tradition of Christianity, founded by the medieval Italian Catholic friar St. Francis of Assisi.
Secular Franciscan Order
…The Secular Franciscan Order (Latin: Ordo Franciscanus Saecularis; abbreviated OFS) is part of the third branch of the Franciscan family formed by Catholic men and women who seek to observe the Gospel of Jesus by following the example of Francis of Assisi. Secular…
Olpe Franziskanerinnen-Mutterhaus
St Francis part