RITUAL OF THE SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER

 

 

RITUAL OF THE SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER

 

 

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Secular Franciscans and their spiritual assistants will appreciate this little booklet--an English translation of the approved Latin text of the Ritual for the Secular Franciscan Order. The Preface provides background on the history and purpose of the Ritual and helpful guidelines for its use.

 

 Part 1 contains the rites for celebrating the various stages of admission to the Secular Franciscan Order. 

 

Part 2 contains prayers for use at the various meetings of Secular Franciscan fraternities. An Appendix includes appropriate Scripture readings, Franciscan readings and prayers of St. Francis.