Marian Friars Minor - Third Order (Vacaville Chapter, California) Marian Friars Minor-Third Order Our Focus and Purpose: What is true RELIGIOUS LIFE for a Lay-person? What is "The RULE" that St. Francis spoke of? ...and if you keep "The Rule" of St. Francis faithfully until death, yes, you are guaranteed ETERNAL LIFE . What is the object of the Marian Friars Minor- Third Order? (see below under "more about us"). Firstly, ... YES, it is possible to enter a Religious Order as you learn "How to live your life in a Religious Order in the midst of the world", while you grow in your relationship with God. The process starts in "Novitiate" (a period of discernment for one year). Secondly, ... We invite you to join us at our MONTHLY MEETING (no obligations, or commitments). When: 8am, every 2nd Saturday of each month. Where: Parish Hall, Room 7, St. Mary's Catholic Church. How: "Zoom-Call" Meeting...