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The Poor Clare Nuns constitute the '''second branch of the Franciscan Order''', founded in the 13th century by Saint Clare under the inspiration and guidance of Saint Francis of Assisi<ref>https://cloisteredlife.com/poor-clares</ref>. They are cloistered contemplative nuns.

The Poor Clare Nuns constitute the '''second branch of the Franciscan Order''', founded in the 13th century by Saint Clare under the inspiration and guidance of Saint Francis of Assisi<ref>https://cloisteredlife.com/poor-clares</ref>. They are cloistered contemplative nuns.

====Secular Franciscan Order====

====Secular Franciscan Order====

The Secular Franciscan Order is the '''third branch of the Franciscan Order'''  was established by St. Francis of Assisi more than 800 years ago. Its purpose is to bring the Gospel to life where we live and where we work. It has married members, lay people, and priests <ref>https://www.secularfranciscansusa.org/</ref>.

The Secular Franciscan Order is the '''third branch of the Franciscan Order'''  was established by St. Francis of Assisi more than 800 years ago. Its purpose is to bring the Gospel to life where we live and where we work. It has married members, single lay people, and priests <ref>https://www.secularfranciscansusa.org/</ref>.

===The Carmelites===

===The Carmelites===