On July 21, 2016 the Franciscan Friars Conventual of North America celebrated the joy of the Profession of Simple Vows (also known as First or Temporary) Vows of seven Novices, at St. Paul’s Church, in Pismo Beach, California. Congratulations go to Friar Roberson Lubin,, Friar Jacob Minjarez, Friar Brian Mary Tougher, Friar Jaime Zaragoza, Friar Timothy Blanchard, {bottom row} Friar Franck Lino Sokpolie, and Friar Marco Antonio Didden. Many thanks go to their Novitiate Formators: Director Fr. Giles Zakowicz, OFM Conv. (far left, back), and Assistant Director Fr. Maurice Richard, OFM Conv. (far right, back)!