Become a Friar

Thank you for your interest in becoming a friar! Everyone’s call from God is unique, and we look forward to accompanying you as you discern your vocation with the Franciscans.

To help us to get to know you better, please complete this form. This form is not an application, and you assume no obligation to the friars by completing it. Be assured that the information that you provide is confidential and will only be seen by those working with you in your discernment process.

Qualifications

Eligibility

21-45 years old and single
A practicing Roman Catholic for at least 2 years after the completion of his Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation) with a healthy, balanced spiritual life
A citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States
Free of significant financial and family obligations

Lifestyle

Open to living a Franciscan life in community
Willing to work with the poor and marginalized
Involved in some kind of service work to the local Church or local community; ideally working with the poor and marginalized
Committed to living the evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity, and obedience

Spiritual

Prayerful with a desire to mature in his spiritual life
Rooted in a desire to deepen his love for Christ in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi
A mature and realistic understanding of the world, the Church, and Franciscan life
Sensitive to the demands of living among men of diverse personal, cultural, educational, and ministerial backgrounds

Contact us

If you would like to contact us directly, feel free to do so at:

Mr. Jorge Martins, National Vocation Business Director

Mr. Will Bernal, National Vocation Office Administrator

Henri Djojo, OFM, Eastern Regional Vocation Director

Luis Manuel Rosado, OFM, Caribbean Region Vocation Director

Br. Greg Plata, OFM, Central/National Regional Vocation Director

Antonio Luevano, OFM, Western Regional Vocation Director

Vocation Office for the Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe
129 West 31st Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10001-3403
Phone: 1-800-677-7788 ext. 345
E-mail: vocation@friars.us

Thanks again for your interest in the Franciscans. We look forward to hearing from you. Pax et bonum!

We are here to support you during your discernment process. Please reach out with questions, and we will be in contact with you soon.