We, the Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches of Jerusalem, are here today in Taybeh in solidarity with the local community following an intensifying trend of systemic and targeted attacks against them and their presence. We ask for the prayers, attention, and action of the world, particularly that of Christians globally. On Monday, 7 July 2025, radical [...]
The Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in Washington, DC is looking for volunteer Tour Guides to lead visitors on tours of its church which includes replicas of Holy Land shrines and Roman catacombs. Volunteers should be familiar with or willing to learn the significance of these shrines and comfortable speaking to large groups. If interested, please [...]
The Holy Father Pope Leo XIV and the friars of the Holy Land rejoice in the nomination of Fr. Francesco Ielpo, ofm, as Custos of the Holy Land. Fr Francesco Ielpo, an Italian national, was born in Lauria (PZ) on May 18, 1970. He professed his solemn vows in 1998 and was ordained to the priesthood [...]
On Saturday, June 14, the neighborhood gathered for the 14th Brookland Community Picnic. The festive afternoon brought joy to many, with games, music, food, entertainment, and warm fellowship — all made possible by the generous support of Abbott Klar Real Estate.
On Sunday, June 1st, we gathered for our traditional Spring Luncheon — a beloved annual occasion that brings together the friars of the Franciscan Monastery and the local Brookland community. Following the celebration of the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, nearly 100 friends joined us for a joyful lunch held, as every year, in [...]