TOR Immaculate Conception Province Celebrates 100th Anniversary

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The Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular, Province of the Immaculate Conception, Hollidaysburg, began the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the Province in 1925 at a Vespers Service on December 8, 2024, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Altoona.

This service was attended by Friars of the Immaculate Conception Province, Friars of the Sacred Heart Province, diocesan clergy, members of the Secular Franciscan Order, Sisters from Garvey Manor, invited guests, members of Mount Carmel Parish, and family and friends of the friars of the Province.

A reception followed in San Damiano Parish Hall.  A wonderful time was had by all that attended.

Other festive events will occur throughout 2025 with the conclusion of the Anniversary on December 7, 2025, with a Liturgy at Our Lady of Mount Carmel.