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THE FRIARY

"[Francis] chose a little portion of the world for himself and his followers ... In this place there was a church built for the Virgin Mother ... The saint loved this place more than any other ... He wanted it, like a mirror of the Order, always preserved in humility and highest poverty, and therefore kept its ownership in the hands of others, keeping for himself and his brothers only the use of it."

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Thomas of Celano, The Remembrance of the Desire of a Soul

WHERE WE ARE

We seek to remain open to needs, opportunities and the leading of the Spirit as we determine where and when our Brothers will serve. We have hopes of expanding as our numbers grow. Schooling or ministry opportunities may need temporary or short-term housing. When circumstances and needs change, we may move on. But our house in San Francisco has been a place of long-term presence for us.  All our homes are considered friaries and are part of the rich fabric of our life together.

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SAN DAMIANO FRIARY

San Damiano Friary is located in the Mission District of San Francisco, in a vibrant neighborhood of contrasts between rich and poor.  Brothers engage in ministries in the neighborhood and around the city.  We have lived at San Damiano since 1971, and it is now both the Provincial Office and the primary house for Novice formation.   

You may also want to learn about the people of SSF.

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