Contact & Location for Franciscan Friars
About Franciscan Friars
The Franciscan Friars in Windber, Pennsylvania, are part of the worldwide Franciscan Order founded by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209, with their Chicago-based Province established in 1939 to serve the Midwestern region. This Catholic community embodies the core values of simplicity, love for the Eucharist, and devotion to the Virgin Mary, living an 800-year tradition of Gospel fraternity and deep love for the Church. The friars reach out to those in need through sacramental, spiritual, and practical service, guided by ongoing conversion to Christ, fraternal life in common, solidarity with the poor and marginalized, and sanctification of society through beauty and culture. They welcome visitors and those discerning a potential calling to religious life to contact them directly for more information about their community and ministries.
First-Time Visitor Info for Franciscan Friars
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Most Catholic parishes follow a traditional liturgical format with the Eucharist as the central act of worship. Visitor Tips: The Franciscan Friars welcome newcomers and those considering a religious vocation; contact the community directly for current service times and spiritual direction opportunities.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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