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The acronym OFS is a religious community, formerly the Brothers and Sisters of Penance, recognized by the Holy See by the official name of Ordo Franciscanus Saecularis. or "Secular Franciscan Order." Members of the group follow the ideals of St. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226).

It includes both Catholic clergy and those outside the Church.

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