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HELLO ...
I am John-Francis Friendship, a priest, Spiritual Director, Pastoral Supervisor, and published author.
Having been raised in London, where I worked for several years, I entered the Anglican Religious Life as a member of the Society of St Francis (SSF) in 1976. In 1994, I was ordained to the priesthood, and by 2002, I was released from my vows as a First Order brother.
For a decade, I served as a parish priest in Romford, east London. Now, I live with my partner in the southeast of our capital city while continuing to offer priestly ministry, one-on-one spiritual direction, conduct retreats, and write extensively on matters concerning the Christian faith. In 2022, I was professed into the Third Order of the Society of St. Francis.
You will also find details of my publications and the books I have written here.
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