Franciscan Passages

Franciscan Passages

Retreats, Presentations and Pilgrimages

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Franciscan Passages is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated entirely to teaching people of all ages and backgrounds about St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare of Assisi.The writings of Francis, Clare, their companions and followers form our foundation.

We are available to lead retreats, workshops, presentations, pilgrimages to Italy, alternative spring break trips and more.

Franciscan Passages is led by a very involved board of directors. Teaching is by Julie McElmurry, M.S., M.A.. Taught by some of the finest Franciscan scholars in the field today, Julie earned the Master of Arts in Franciscan Studies degree in 2009.

Julie brings to your classroom, meeting, parish or retreat:

Knowledge

an understanding of Franciscan writings gained through rigorous academic study

Joy

a joyful, creative approach to teaching honed through extensive college classroom experience

an ability to relate to people and to relate these 800 year old texts to today's world.

Purpose

The purpose of Franciscan Passages is to guide you through the prayers, poetry, letters, Testaments, and Rules of Life written by Francis of Assisi, Clare of Assisi and their followers.

When we learn about the lives of holy men and women, we are inspired to live in greater holiness.

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