Society of St Francis Association Incorporated
The Society of St Francis Association Incorporated (ABN 93720825609) is an Australian nonprofit religious organization affiliated with the Anglican Communion. Part of the global Society of Saint Francis, it adheres to Franciscan traditions of prayer, service, and simplicity, rooted in the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi.

Background

The Society of Saint Francis (SSF), founded in 1936 in the UK, expanded globally through Anglican Franciscan communities. The Australian branch operates under the Province of the Divine Compassion, serving in regions including New South Wales and Victoria[2][5].

Structure and Ministries

The association supports friaries and ministries focused on spiritual guidance, retreats, and advocacy for marginalized communities, including people with disabilities[2]. Its operations reflect the SSF’s threefold commitment to prayer, work, and study[5].

Locations

Historical records indicate a presence at 47 St Clairs Road, Stroud, NSW, and Unit 516, 181 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda, VIC[1][3][4]. Activities encompass both contemplative and community-oriented ministries, aligned with Anglican Franciscan principles[2][5].

Governance

As a registered charity, the organization participates in national frameworks such as Australia’s National Redress Scheme under the Anglican Group, addressing historical institutional responsibilities[4].

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/a4e8a9b4-39af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [2] https://www.franciscan.org.au [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/a4e8a9b4-39af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/documents/580427a8-28b2-eb11-8236-000d3a6a736c [4] https://www.nationalredress.gov.au/institutions/society-st-francis-association-inc [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Society_of_Saint_Francis