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The General Constitutions

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The General Constitutions of the Ordo Franciscanus Secularis (or Secular Franciscan Order) is a document that expands and explains how Secular Franciscans might live out the Rule of the OFS in their daily lives. It is organized into chapters corresponding to the chapters of the Rule. Chapter One (Articles 1-7) addresses the Secular Franciscan Order. Chapter Two (Articles 8-27) discusses the Forms of Life and Apostolic Activity.  Chapter Three (Articles 28- 103 )  focuses on Participation in the Life of the  Fraternity, including the organization of Fraternities at local, regional, national and international levels,  Franciscan Youth, and  Spiritual Assistance.

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      • Treasurer
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      • Elective Chapter Regional
      • Support to Local Fraternity
      • Regional Council Responsibilities
      • Treasurer
    • Communication Kit
  • Formation
    • Regional Formation Corner >
      • On-going Formation Ideas
      • RULE - REFLECTIONS
    • Guidelines for Initial Formation 2017
    • Living Fraternity
    • 2008 CIOFS Formation Manual
    • Formation Manual
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      • Book Reviews
    • Reflections by OFS Members
    • Catechism of Catholic Church
    • Franciscan Shrines
    • Franciscan Saints
    • Plays and Stories
    • Articles
    • San Damiano Cross
  • Prayer
    • Liturgies >
      • Franciscan Wake Service
      • Transitus
      • Franciscan Way of the Cross
      • Christian Seder
      • Ritual of the OFS
    • Prayers >
      • Canticle of the Sun
      • Franciscan Crown Rosary
    • Music
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