On the grounds of the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America you can visit a replica of the chapel of St. Mary of the Angels in Assisi, known as the Portiuncula (“little portion”). St. Francis obtained from the pope the privilege of a plenary indulgence, known as the Pardon of Assisi (or Portiuncula Indulgence). It is extended to all [...]
Adoring Christ, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament, at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America is an experience that will set your heart on fire. Surrounded by the beauty of the main church and replicas of the most revered Christian shrines in the Holy Land, you will be transported to the time when [...]
The Choir of First Presbyterian Church, Arlington, VA, under the direction of Adam Scott Graham will present “An Hour of Sacred Music” with Angeli Ferrette, soprano, and Jay Parrotta, organist, Sunday, August 5, at 4 p.m. All are welcome. A reception follows the concert. Visit their website to learn more about the group. Visit the calendar of [...]
The Franciscan Monastery is hosting a replica of the tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe for the Solemnity of the Assumption. The tilma will be available for veneration in the sanctuary of the monastery church before and after Masses and during regular business hours. Visit the calendar of events to see all the happenings at the Monastery.
A special Marian Tour will be offered at the Monastery at 1pm on August 15th, the feast of the Assumption. The tour focuses on the seven joys of the Blessed Mother, visiting the replicas in the Church and the Gardens associated with these joys. The seven joys of the Blessed Mother are the basis for a [...]
A special Marian Tour will be offered at the Monastery at 1pm on August 22nd, the feast of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The tour focuses on the seven joys of the Blessed Mother, visiting the replicas in the Church and the Gardens associated with these joys. The seven joys of the Blessed Mother [...]
Adoring Christ, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament, at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America is an experience that will set your heart on fire. Surrounded by the beauty of the main church and replicas of the most revered Christian shrines in the Holy Land, you will be transported to the time when [...]
Pope Francis writes that to St. Francis of Assisi, “each and every creature was a sister united to him by bonds of affection. That is why he felt called to care for all that exists.” Around the world at the time of our founder’s feast, Franciscans bless animals to celebrate the great insight of the saint—that [...]
On the evening of October 3rd each year, Franciscans around the world celebrate the death of St. Francis—his death “transitus,” or “passing.” Join the men and women of the D.C. area Franciscan family, at 7:00 p.m. that evening in the Monastery church, as we celebrate saint’s entrance into heaven, in a special prayer service. Visit the [...]
Please join us Sunday, October 21st to learn the way of life as a Secular Franciscan. You are invited to stay after the Open House to share with us: Franciscan Crown Rosary: 11:00 a.m. Mass in Monastery: 12:00 p.m. Fraternity Social Gathering: 1:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Adele P. Lewis, Formation Director at 259-839-5489 [...]