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Great work! Fantastic job at describing the transitions, basic understanding but informative for those seeking to know more. You mentioned how the order because very much like a social gathering rather than an order. And this was the reason for the update and change of rule. It's because of this reason I chose to be enrolled into the 1221 rule. Instead of modification, the Holy Spirit led me to go back to the primative rule as many traditional first orders do. The modern rule was to slack for myself. The name changed to secular franciscans to make clear the secular calling; but it was clear in became secularised rather than a secular/lay order. After all it was a pope who said we are a true order! I personally need specify instruction down to the dot. The pray rule is more specific and challenging but o believe penance is the key to our sainthood. As for labourers finding it difficult I understand to a certain extent, I don't wear my large habit or large scapular when working ( I'm a mechanic), I could do easily but I'd rather not get them filthy. To me a more hidden habit makes it easier to sin socially e.g. you wouldn't be inclined to go clubbing in a habit or getting drunk in one but a cross is easily hidden. The habit is more of a sackcloth and ciclice and though it brings humility to the wearer by the comments of the secular world it brings about simplicity as you wear the same outfit everyday, leaving more time to think about God and pray, it also is a great witness to those intrigued. I have been stopped while on walks or even just shopping for food. Again great video ☺️ fra Joseph Mary

Lots of good advice

Quite informative.Thank you.

Enjoyable! Thank you for sharing your insightful research and providing answers to overcome the seeming accepted, immodest dress code standards that are now clothing even the very young. The humanity of the person would be the first thing noticed...not the attire. St. Francis would be pleased!

I'm from any Ireland, an OFS like yourself but there is a Confraternity of Penitents that follow the original rule in the USA.

@DeannaWillistonOFS

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, we order a lot of our Liturgy of the Hours supplies from the Confraternity bookshop, they are good people & fun to chat with!

I super enjoyed your presentation, because it was both informative and entertaining. You are a natural educator! I would like to find out more on the no-no's I'm certain styles including leggings. Yours is not the first place that I've heard this. I understand from a Religious' standpoint; But I'd like to hear your views on leggings as everyday wear for everyday women. Maybe because I don't have a girlish figure anymore, lol, but I never thought of wearing leggings as being "wrong."

Don’t OFS still have a habit they wear on special occasions or religious ceremonies? I’m attending my first meeting this month, please pray for me.

@DeannaWillistonOFS

Жыл бұрын

Maybe in some countries or fraternities there is still a habit allowed for certain occasions, but my understanding is that it was to be phased out. We may still be buried in a habit, though. I believe the Confraternity of Penitents has the same privilege.

@DeannaWillistonOFS

Жыл бұрын

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The Tau became the habit when the Third Order became Lukewarm...

@DeannaWillistonOFS

Жыл бұрын

It is very interesting to note when and which brothers and sisters start basically making a new habit. It seems we have a desire to simplify and be set apart, even though we live in the world. NB: Looking at your channel, I wonder if you are in contact with the Confraternity of Penitents?

I am going to start the process of becoming a secular Franciscan.

@DeannaWillistonOFS

2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas and welcome to the family. 💕Let us know if you have any questions or want us to explore a topic on the show!

@12369ja

2 жыл бұрын

@@DeannaWillistonOFS I do have one question, I am not sure if it would very from fraternity to fraternity, but would I get to travel for retreats?

@12369ja

2 жыл бұрын

@@DeannaWillistonOFS oh and one more question, if I am single when I become a secular Franciscan am I able to still get married after my profession?

@DeannaWillistonOFS

2 жыл бұрын

@@12369ja In my region of the USA, the fraternities invite other fraternity members to attend their retreats, there is a yearly regional retreat, and at least the national Q (in 2022 in Arizona).

@12369ja

2 жыл бұрын

@@DeannaWillistonOFS ok, and if I am single when I make my profession will I still be allowed to get married?

Great,I wish I had the opportunity to complete my formation and get my profession,war is not good

@DeannaWillistonOFS

3 жыл бұрын

You can study on your own & feel free to reach out for fraternity. I cannot imagine what it is like for you, but remember that God knows your heart. We will pray for you!

@langwaelizabethmfikela7010

3 жыл бұрын

@@DeannaWillistonOFS that's what I'm doing but I like to have a profession,live in the midst of other Franciscan whom we can share together and encourage each other.i pray God should just stop the war in my country so that I can go back

@langwaelizabethmfikela7010

3 жыл бұрын

It's like I'm in the desert. My desire was to dedicate myself intirerly to God.in my country there are secular Franciscan who live together in a community,I long to leave a community life

@DeannaWillistonOFS

3 жыл бұрын

@@langwaelizabethmfikela7010 I am so sorry to hear that. My Secular Franciscan Evening Prayer Group prays for you and your country.

Thank you for this wonderful video. Just found your channel. New convert from orthodoxy. Love St Francis. How does one join the Secular order. God Bless🌺☺️🕊️🙏🏽

@DeannaWillistonOFS

8 ай бұрын

Welcome! Not sure where you are in the world, but you may want to begin by reading the Early Documents at the Franciscan Intellectual Tradition website. You can also call 1-800-Francis or go to the Secular Franciscans USA website.

@robinbyrd4430

8 ай бұрын

@@DeannaWillistonOFS Thank you so much for the info. I live in Maryland. I will check out the website. Thank be to God🌺🕊️🙏🏽

I’m hoping to start the process of becoming a secular Franciscan soon. My wife wants to get me a Tao but not sure if I can wear it until I’m done with the process.

@DeannaWillistonOFS

Жыл бұрын

Welcome!…and at my fraternity, Taus are given at the Welcoming ceremony. Some fraternities, however, prefer you not to wear it until after Profession. You may want to ask discretely. It is exciting time!

@williamdomey7584

Жыл бұрын

@@DeannaWillistonOFS thank you

@DeannaWillistonOFS

Жыл бұрын

@@williamdomey7584 ps I think I got a tiny Tau before starting formation and wore it at home ;)

Deanna-Would you happen to know what the minimum age might be to become a third order secular?

@DeannaWillistonOFS

2 жыл бұрын

In the USA, you must be 18 to begin formation and 21 to make Profession. (Prior to 1978, the age was 14, but many joined in highschool and did not continue after graduation. The OFS wishes to communicate that the promises last a lifetime.)

But what if we want to be Secular Franciscan and take vows of poverty, chastity and obedience?

@DeannaWillistonOFS

2 жыл бұрын

If you have already been Professed within the Secular Franciscan Order, you may discern joining the Franciscan Society of the Queenship of Mary. This group takes private vows and follows further requirements, but is also an approved group within the OFS. I am in contact with them & will ask if I can post their information/ make a video about them. (Note: I found them a hint about them and then went on a quest to find them, but it was well after I had made this video.)

im want to sewe that 1800 s encyclical of th pope. i do bayside queens veron ica devotions

@DeannaWillistonOFS

6 ай бұрын

Here it is: thirdorderfranciscans.com/secular-franciscan-order/rule-pope-leo-xiii/

" hiddn habit is modernist lingo

78 is too much hertic times began 1969

oldr rules best. avoid errors of modernist masonic vat 2 ther in commie rom. rule of 1917 th fatima yr looks best. i m lookin fo a brown or grey habit as i did formin in sn fran calif at st boniface ofm