About Us

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Franciscan Workers of Junipero Serra to live, to love, and to work in harmony; to serve the marginalized; to create partnerships that are mutually liberating; and to pursue social justice with respect and dignity for all, in the spirit of St. Francis and Dorothy Day.”

Contact Us

Here's where you can find us.

Newsletters and Other Sacred Paper

The most recent paper newsletter (to be posted soon).

Read our most recent electronic Love Loudly newsletter.

Who Is Dorothy?

Dorothy Day (November 8, 1897 – November 29, 1980) was an American journalist turned social activist, who with Peter Maurin, founded the Catholic Worker Movement. She became known for her social justice campaigns in defense of the poor, forsaken, hungry and homeless.

The Beginning

Dorothy's Place Hospitality Center has been on a special trajectory since 1982.

Board and Staff

Board of Directors

Tony Barrera, President
Pamela Motoike, Ph. D., Vice President
Valerie Melo Fantl, Treasurer
Rhonda Mercadal-Espinosa, Secretary

 

Companions of the Way Community

The primary staff for all Franciscan Workers programs are Companions of the Way. Our intentional community is self-governing and separate from Franciscan Workers of Junipero Serra, yet lives and works in harmony with the poor and marginalized as we hope serve in Franciscan Worker programs. Our housing needs are met at no charge and we receive a small monthly allowance for unmet living expenses.

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