Franciscans (OFM) Home Page

Welcome to the web site for the Franciscan Province of the Immaculate Conception in Great Britain.  We hope that this site will allow you to learn a little of the life and work of St Francis and those who follow him today.

One of the most impressive facts about St Francis is that today his followers, both men and women, are spread into practically every country of the world.  In our own way, and in the culture in which we find ourselves, we try to follow the inspiration of this great saint.  Franciscan Provinces are all different, so here we have put together not only general information about the Franciscan way of life, but, more specifically, how it is lived today in England, Wales and Scotland.  You will also find here some ‘source’ material by which we hope to share a little of our love for the Spirit of St Francis. 

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