Meet the Friars

Fr. Giles Zakowicz

Fr. Giles is a native of Buffalo, NY and a member of the Saint Anthony of Padua Province. He is the Guardian of community and the Director of Novices. Prior to coming to the novitiate Fr. Giles served for 30 years in the Order’s missions in Africa.

Br. Paschal Kolodziej

Br. Paschal is also from Buffalo, NY and is a member of the Saint Anthony of Padua Province. He is the Associate Director of Novices. Prior to this assignment Br. Paschal has been involved in nursing, education, parish ministry, outreach to the homeless and shrine ministry.

Order of Friars Minor Conventual

The Novitiate

The Formation Team

Fr. Camillus Gott

Fr. Camillus a member of the Novitiate Community. He comes to us from the Our Lady of Consolation Province. He has ministered in a variety of apostolates throughout his religious life including as educator, military chaplain, parish priest and director of formation.

Friar in residence