A Joy That Cannot Wait: Advent Retreat Day
With Father James Puglisi
December 20, 2026
On Sunday, December 20, spend a day with a Franciscan Friar in joyful anticipation –
Open to all –
9 AM Mass at St. Francis Convent
10 AM Coffee and Pastry in Our Lady of the Atonement Retreat House
10:45 AM Program
12 PM Lunch
1 PM Movie and discussion; Babette’s Feast
About the Leader
Father James Puglisi
Father James Puglisi, awarded the honoris causa Doctor of Divinity by the Graduate Theological Foundation, where he is a fellow, was elected to serve two terms as Minister General of the Friars from 2004-2014. Originally from Amsterdam, NY, Father Puglisi is in residency at St. Paul Friary at Graymoor. He had long served as […]
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