The Centre for Catholic Studies at Durham University are pleased to announce registration is now open for the forthcoming international Franciscan Studies conference:
‘Life and Love Transfigured: Exploring New Horizons in the Franciscan Tradition’
Tuesday 14 to Thursday 16 April 2026
Durham, UK
The aim of the conference is to bring together people from different walks of life – academic and non-academic, religious and lay – who have a deep love for St. Francis of Assisi, the Franciscan tradition, and the abiding relevance of the Franciscan charism for the modern world.
Confirmed speakers / preacher include:
- Fr Casey Cole, OFM (Digital Evangelist and Creator of Breaking in the Habit podcast)
- Prof Richard Cross (University of Notre Dame, Indiana)
- Fr Dr Michael Cusato, OFM (Scholar-in-Residence, St. Bonaventure Friary, NY)
- Br Richard Hendrick, OFM Cap (Capuchin Franciscan Province of Ireland)
- Prof. Daniel Horan (St Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana)
- Dr William Hyland (University of St Andrews)
- Prof. John McCafferty (University College Dublin)
- Dr Darleen Pryds (Franciscan School of Theology, University of San Diego)
Further details, including the draft schedule and details of how to register can be found at https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/catholic-studies/about-us/events/the-third-international-franciscan-conference---april-2026/
The standard conference package including registration, refreshments, and conference meals is £150. (A reduced student package is available at £115.) Delegates are asked to book their own accommodation, as required. Details of some accommodation options are available on the website.
Registration closes on Sunday 22 March 2026. Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Please direct any queries about this conference to the CCS Manager, Theresa Phillips – theresa.phillips@durham.ac.uk
