be a brother to all.The Capuchins first came to the Philippine Islands in 1883 just when other missionaries were leaving because of the growing Philippine revolution. Their real destination was not even the Philippines but the Carolines and Palaos in the Pacific. Six of those first eleven eventually continued their journey but the other five remained in the Philippines. The first Capuchin missionaries really destined to work in the Philippines only arrived in the Philippines only arrived in Manila in 1901. After over 100 years, this small Spanish seed has grown to bear 100 Filipino brothers in 14 fraternities all over the country some of whom are themselves missionaries in Mindanao, the Middle East, the Asia-Pacific and Europe. Fraternity One of their most important gift, service, and witness to the people of God is their fraternal life. They seek to grow, live, and relate to every living creature as brothers. This fraternal attitude helps them to effectively proclaim God's message to those we meet or minsiter either by word or deed. Within the Order, despite their different backgrounds, cultures, skills and achievements, they nonetheless aspire to live as true brothers to each other according to the Gospel.
Minority This is the cornerstone of all their other values as Franciscans: minority leads them to a life of simplicity and austerity, of availability and selflessness in work, and of willingness to engage in what may seem difficult or inconvenient missions, apostolates, or situations. By striving to be lesser brothers, they seek to follow St. Francis of Assisi's example of humility and joyfulness in the service and obedience to the Church. Prayer
A very basic and vital part of their identity is nurturing an authentic spiritual life. Prayer and contemplation occupy a crucial and indespensible place in their daily activities because it is a deep and focused life of prayer that we find the zeal with which they accomplish their apostolic work. This is the lifeblood that strengthens our bond as brothers to each other and to all creation.
If you are at least 18 years old and at least a second year If you are interested to the Order of Capuchin Friars Minor, please contact them in the following information:
CAPUCHIN VOCATION OFFICE Sta Teresita del Nino Jesus Parish 43 Kanlaon St., Sta. Mesa Heights, Quezon City 1114 0917-815-8133 0905-287-6338 (02) 731-5044 bokasyongcapuchino@gmail.com capvoc@yahoo.com.ph
