In Eucharista et per Mariam
The Franciscans of the Eucharist are a spiritual movement inspired by the poverty of Francis of Assisi, centred on the living presence of Christ in the Eucharist, and lived through Mary, according to the motto: In Eucharista et per Mariam — In the Eucharist and through Mary.
✠ Identity (Who we are)
We live the Gospel in simplicity, adore Christ truly present in the Eucharist, and walk the path of Mary toward Him.
- Franciscan in spirit (poverty, simplicity, joy, fraternity)
- Eucharistic in center (adoration, reverence, real presence)
- Marian in path (consecration, trust, interior life)
✠ Charism
The charism of the Franciscans of the Eucharist is:
- To restore Eucharistic reverence
- To form hearts through Marian consecration
- To live with hidden holiness in daily life
- Maximilian Kolbe → Marian consecration as mission
- Francis of Assisi → Eucharistic devotion + radical poverty
✠ Spiritual Pillars
1. The Eucharist
- Adoration
- Silence
- Presence of Christ
2. Mary
- Total consecration
- Interior formation
- Fiat spirituality
3. Franciscan Life
- Simplicity
- Poverty of heart
- Joyful witness
✠ Daily Life
A Franciscan of the Eucharist strives to:
- Spend time in Eucharistic adoration (even briefly, daily if possible)
- Consecrate oneself to Mary and renew it often
- Live simply in work, home, and relationships
- Bring Christ quietly into the world
✠ Our Diagram (Eucharist → Mary → Mission)
The Path We Live
1. Eucharist — Christ our Center
We adore His real presence.
We become what we receive.
2. Mary — Our Path
We consecrate ourselves to her.
She forms Christ within us.
3. Mission — Love in Action
We bring Christ to the world.
We live simply, serve humbly, and witness with joy.
We are a
Eric Michel Ministries International
Third Order of Franciscans of the Eucharist
A New Life Catholic Franciscan Ministry (O.F.S.)