OFM, OFM Cap., OFM Conv., and TOR

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I am interested in the different types of Franciscan friars. What is the difference between First Order and Third Order friars? Furthermore, what is the difference between the various types of First Order friars, such as OFM, Capuchin, and Conventual friars? How do their ministries, prayer lives, and charisms differ?
 
As far as the first order there was a split early in Francis order which was I believe mainly over poverty. The Capuchin wanted to follow Francis more closely. I forget but I believe the Conventuals could own property whereas the OFM and Caps could not.

Francis second order is the Poor Clares.

Francis 3rd order are the Secular Franciscans which are also comprised of the TOR’s. I am a professed Secular Franciscan. The 3rd order is for males and females, married or not who are Called to live the Gospel as St.Francis did. We have a rule, constitution and statutes. Diocesan Priests and deacons can be Secular Franciscans as well.

As you can see I need to brush up and reread the book by Maurice Carmody called the Franciscan Story.

Peace and all good!
 
From a similar thread (these are the contemporary distinctions):
Lamentation said:
OFM - Order of Friars Minor (The Franciscans, brown habit)
OFM Conventual - Order of Friars Minor, Conventual (They work more in urban areas, grey/black habit)
OFM Capuchin - Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (Stricter observance to Rule of St. Francis, brown habit slightly different from OFM habit)

OSC - Order of St. Clare (Poor Clares, they comprise the “sisters” of the Religious Franciscans, think Mother Angelica from EWTN)
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As to the TORs and Secular Third Orders, I must admit I’m still confused about that myself. If you search for “TOR” and “Brother JR” you’re bound to find something.👍
 
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