Capuchins of Central Canada
The Capuchins of Central Canada arrived in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Peterborough in August of 2022 to establish their Capuchin-Franciscan witness and charism. The Franciscan charism is evident in the establishment of La Verna, a Capuchin place of Franciscan Spirituality. The Capuchins also help out in the parishes of the Diocese.
The spirit of St Francis and St Clare of Assisi is very much alive as the Capuchin brothers seek to live out their vows of poverty, chastity and obedience to God and all people. Their witness is through lives lived in fraternity with each other, the communities in which they live and creation. Franciscan witness stresses a preferential option for the poor, social justice, and the integrity of creation.
MINISTRY TO THE POOR
With a commitment to those in need, the Capuchins of Central Canada have been rooted in direct and community minded ministries for the poor.
PARISH MINISTRY
The Capuchins have ministered in parishes since their arrival in 1927. From Ontario to Manitoba and Newfoundland the friars have been actively involved in promoting good stewardship and reconciliation. From parish ministry flows many opportunities for expanded ministry. Capuchins have been involved as missionaries, chaplains and as youth ministers. It is their function to build-up the Family of God through examples of peace and fraternity.
CHAPLAINCY
The Capuchins continue to serve the needs of many people as Chaplains to hospitals, nursing homes, schools, service organizations and the Canadian Armed Forces. Educated and trained friars respond to many needs in all walks of life.
They recognize the importance of the various spiritual needs people have in times of crisis. From children’s hospitals to acute care centres, in schools and on bases, the spirit of compassion and consolation is alive in the response of each friar. The Capuchins are fortunate to walk with their sisters and brother during times of need.
FRATERNAL MINISTRY
Fraternity is the root of all joy for Capuchins. They live work, pray and minister to one another daily. As friars, they recognize and accept the call for personal and communal prayer and worship; the very foundation of the community! St. Francis thanked God many times for the gift of his brothers and today, over eight hundred years later this ideal lies still very much alive! Capuchins are ever mindful of the gift each new friar brings.
A Capuchin Place of Franciscan Spirituality
820 Frank Street, Peterborough, K9J 4N4
705 243 9131