Archeon 30 years!

Monastery The Angelus sounds. The clear sound of the Franciscus bell: ting-ting-ting ... Three times three strokes. The friar sounds the clock as a sign that it is twelve o’clock. The words Pax et Bonum, which mean peace and goodness, are inscribed on the clock. That is exactly what the minor friars, want to bring the followers of Francis in the city. They live and work in the huge brick building at the end of the Herestrate. These men have dedicated their lives to serve their faith and to help their fellow people. They take care of the homeless, heal the sick, and provide education. They make stews in their kitchen and brew beer for the hungry and thirsty. The city administration provides the monastery with resources so that they can offer their services free of charge. Franciscans reject any form of possession. The brothers regularly lead a procession through the city. They carry the statue of Mary and all the city dwellers follow the procession, whilst raising their banners.