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Roch Niemier, OFM

Roch Niemier, OFM (d. 2010) was past president of Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs, a position he held for nearly a quarter century. He was honored by the citizens of Assisi for bringing pilgrims from over fifty nations to tour the holy places of Francis and Clare.
close up of the San Damiano Cross.

‘Most High Glorious God!’

Roch Niemier, OFM March 27, 2025

If you look closely at Christ on the San Damiano Cross, as painted on this cross, you will see that it is neither a bloody body nor one twisted in anguish.

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Rhythm of Prayer

Roch Niemier, OFM January 27, 2025

The practice of solitude uncovers and heightens that uniqueness, and fraternal life deepens in the respect and support the brothers give to each one’s unique aloneness.

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woman's hands forming a heart

The Living Presence of Love

Roch Niemier, OFM November 25, 2024

Francis’ biographers point out that when people met with him, or heard him preach, it was not simply a question of listening to words of peace and joy.

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