The Franciscans of the Immaculate is a religious institute founded by two Franciscan friars, Fr. Stefano Maria Manelli and Fr. Gabriel Maria Pellettieri, with the aim of perfectly conforming to the poor, humble, crucified Jesus through a life of charity, supernatural obedience, and poverty. They are dedicated to the Immaculate Virgin and follow the example of St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe, emphasizing the Marian dimension of St. Francis' ideal and Rule.
Established by Pope John Paul II in 1990, the Franciscans of the Immaculate are a pontifical institute of religious life. They strive to bring knowledge and love of the Immaculate to the world through mass media, following the example of St. Maximilian M. Kolbe. Their mission is to cooperate fully in the conquest of all souls for God, guided by the Immaculate Virgin.
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