Franciscan Dialogue Program 2025 Kicks Off

The Franciscan Dialogue Program 2025 officially opened at the FSPIF Center in Talamban, Cebu City (Philippines) led by the OFM Province of San Antonio de Padua. Themed “Radiating Dialogue in Harmony with the Rest of God’s Creation at the Heart of the Inter-Franciscan Family,” the event began with a Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Br. Errol Ortiz, OFM, Provincial Secretary of the Province of St. Anthony De Padua.

The formation journey spans from June 16 until July 5 and unfolds in three dynamic phases: the Cognitive Phase, the Affective and Psychomotor Phase - to be held in Camotes Island - and the Integration Phase. 

The program emphasizes the spirituality of communion and collaboration, exploring the richness of ecumenical dialogue, interreligious dialogue, and encounters with diverse faith traditions. Participants will also engage in immersive community experiences, deepening their witness of solidarity through grassroots interactions.

14 delegates from various Franciscan provinces are participating:

• Br. Bien Justine Patriarca, Br. Niño Rosal, Br. Nikko Alfredo Sunga, Br. Jason Ricardo Salado, and Br. Jose Rafael Villas (Province of San Pedro Bautista, Philippines, OFM);
• Br. Rodel Jayson Masocol, Br. Richard Ramirez Rosete, and Br. Jazon Mark Vermug Garin (Province of San Antonio de Padua, Philippines, OFM);
• Br. Benjamin Tovue, and Br. James Bubu (Foundation of St. Francis of Assisi in Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands, OFM)
• Br. Jude Sandig (Province of Our Lady of Lourdes, OFMConv.);
• Br. Carl Reguindin (Province of Our Lady of Lourdes, OFMCap.);
• Sr. Jill Tariao and Sr. Maricon Rigor (Philippine South Province, SFIC - Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception of the Holy Mother of God

Through collaborative learning, prayer, and lived mission, the program nurtures a deeper kinship among Franciscan communities, rooted in dialogue, harmony, and care for creation.

Br. Niño Rosal, OFM