THE FRANCISCAN FRIARS, TOR

Although we may still be recovering from the celebration of Christmas, Lent is quickly approaching. During these weeks, the Church and the Scriptures for the season invite us back into the desert--a place of quiet--to simplify our lives so we can deepen our relationship with God and one another and grow in the awareness that […]

Join us for the Spring Fling at St. Bernardine Monastery! Parking and entry are free for the festival! The event will have craft vendors, food trucks, community yard sale tables, and children's activities. The Friar's Nook Gift Shop will be having a Spring Fling Sale! There will be a blessing of the St. Vincent de […]

Register by Sept. 5th The workshop includes a class on The Mass and Church Symbols, Mass, and lunch with Friars

Pet Blessing 9:00 AM Rummage/Garage Sale and Friar's Nook Gift Shop Fall Fling Sale following Pet Blessing Rain or Shine!

Register by Oct. 3rd The workshop includes a class on the History of the Immaculate Conception Province, Mass, and lunch with Friars

This year the Immaculate Conception Province of the Third Order Franciscans are celebrating their 100th anniversary and would love for you to join in the jubilee celebration! What: Celebration of the Eucharist at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel at 4:00 PM Dinner and Dance at Altoona Grand Hotel at 6:00 PM Cost: $40 per person (include […]