1:00 p.m. Prayer: Liturgy of the Hours, Persecuted Christians/Andrew & Ritual of the Secular
Franciscan Rule Book, pg, 57.
1:20 p.m. Ongoing Formation: Book “live like Francis” by Jovian Weigel, OFM & Leonard Foly, OFM.
Please read & be prepared to discuss the reflection #15 entitled, “The Poverty of Christ”.
2:00 p.m. J.P.I.C.: Read, Pray, & Reflect & be prepared to discuss the 3rd theme of Catholic Social
Teaching, the Option for the Poor and Vulnerable” of how it relates to Franciscan
Spirituality and/or article you have read or an example in your life of Action taken
On the topic of Justice, peace, and the Integrity of Creation.
2:15 p.m. Check-in as an Active Contemplative. (12 or more break into small groups)
2:45 p.m. Fraternity Business.
1. Upcoming dates to mark your calendar, attend and/or pray for…..
A. 21st Quinquennial Congress, 7/29th-8/2nd, Lexington, Kentucky.
B. The Divine Mercy Regional Chapter, 9/11-13, Capuchan Retreat Center.
C. Annual Regional Fall Formation Day, October 24th at Center for Ministry, Saginaw.
2. Report on cleaning the closet – Jennifer
3. Announcing our Fraternity will now support the following vs Women Resource Center
A. The Haven in Petoskey in May.
B. Pregnancy Care Center of Gaylord in October.
4. report status of any established committees, if any?
5. Council members will meet eith the Bishop on July 24th at 1:30 p.m.
6. Fr. Fowler’s 50th Anniversary at CITW on Sunday, August 9th.
A. We, as Franciscans have been asked to participate in the 10:30 a.m. mass – Jennifer.
Need volunteers to fill the different positions at the mass.
7. Birthdays: No Birthdays
8. Anniversary: Bill – 5years anniversary, Professed 8/7/2021
9. Next Gathering – August 9th, 1:00 p.m. at CITW.
2:55 p.m. Closing Prayer: Ritual Rule Book, pg. 59.