Born into a noble family in Urbino, Blessed Benedict of Urbino was orphaned at the age of seven and raised by tutors. Highly gifted, he earned doctorates in civil and canon law from the University of Padua. Despite the prospect of a prestigious career at the Roman court, he chose a life of simplicity and joined the Capuchin Order in 1584, taking the name Benedict. In 1600, he joined Lawrence of Brindisi on a mission to Bohemia, preaching and defending the Catholic faith durin

View Photo Gallery The Order of Secular Franciscans (OFS), Cheras had a Eucharistic Celebration on 18th April 2026 for 9 of its members who took their Rite of Permanent Profession and Rite of Admission into the Order of Secular Franciscans. Some of these members have endured and persevered even in the most difficult times of their Formation – the COVID period, a most challenging time. It was a very significant moment to see 4 of our members take their Permanent Profession and

St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen was a German lawyer known as the “Poor Man’s Lawyer” for defending those who could not afford legal help. Despite his success, he left his career to follow Christ as a Capuchin friar at age 35. Known for his honesty, humility, and zeal, he became an effective preacher, bringing the Catholic faith to regions troubled by the Reformation. On 24 April 1622, he was confronted by armed opponents who demanded he renounce his faith. Fidelis refused and was