Jamal,
I’m sorry I have not been able to answer your message you left for me- for some reason I’m not able to access it anymore? I don’t know why, but I thought to remedy the problem I would just answer you here since what you asked in the message pertained to this post’s question-
I was going to second the suggestion of The Franciscans Friars of the Renewal. I have met them only on a few occasions, but mind you, this was like a decade ago and since then I’ve not really had any affiliation with them or spoken with them or know what is going on with the order.
Its also a very tough life from what I learned by speaking with them, and to be quite frank, I’m not sure I’d want a son of mine to join only because of that fact, let alone lead a friendly stranger (you) to them! (I’m being emotional today) Yet, these men seemed quite strong in the Lord I believe because they are closely following the ways of St. Francis, as much as possible. I really enjoyed hearing of their experiences and speaking with them.
I also want to stress I am no person very familiar with all the possible men’s religious orders, so keep that in mind! I don’t even know a lot of women’s religious orders either, and just spend my time visiting the places I had particular interest in. So, I’m no expert by any means! Only sharing what I experienced and what I’ve gleaned from those experiences. Have you spoken with a vocational director at your parish?
Again, I apologize for not getting a message back to you. I do hope that you see this post and also I wish you the best in your search!
