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In a time of sorrow and reflection, our hearts turn to God. Almost half a million people stood in St. Peter's Square on April 26 to mourn the passing of Pope Francis. One of our Friars, Fr. Jim Loughran, SA, was there, and he shared a message of hope, gratitude, and faith with NBC's Anne Thompson.

In profound sorrow and deep reflection, we, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, mourn the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. A true shepherd of our faith, Pope Francis dedicated his life to the service of God and humanity, embodying the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi through his unwavering commitment to peace, justice, and compassion.

For many of us, this winter has been one of the harshest in years, with below-average temperatures and often terrible weather conditions. I think we will all welcome the arrival of spring, especially as we celebrate Easter this month – the greatest feast of our Church and a season that embodies hope.

As Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, we unite our hearts to Jesus’ prayer “that all may be one.” Like our patron, St. Francis of Assisi, we consider everyone our brothers and sisters, and we strive to share God’s love with them. Practicing “At-One-Ment” is not something reserved for Friars and religious sisters. Anyone can follow the lead of Servant of God Fr. Paul Wattson, SA, and find ways to live at one with God, with each other, and within themselves.

Father Elias D. Mallon, S.A., offers profound scriptural insights on the Annunciation and the most fitting response to this great mystery.

From March 10-14, 2025, college students from Manhattanville University’s Clark Scholars program gathered at Graymoor for the PATH (Peacemakers At-One Together in Hope) Immersion Program. This unique experience invited the students into a week of service, spiritual reflection, and community engagement, all rooted in the charism of At-One-Ment.

Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute has named Dr. Aaron Hollander as its new Executive Director. Read about his vision to carry forward a legacy of healing and dialogue in a divided world.

The Catholic Faith Network recently interviewed Fr. Jim Gardiner, SA, about the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope.

Fr. Joseph Hiramatsu shared these special and cherished photos from the St. Clare Kindergarten's exhibition and the Girls Day celebration at our ministry in Japan.