This was fantastic to run across this video totally by accident of Br. Fred Dilger, I have known Br Fred for a long time (over 30 years now) , his past life as he mentioned in the video, involved interior design. You cannot imagine nor have any idea how talented Br. Fred is, he was in fact VERY VERY VEERRY successful with world famous clientele, made a lot of money in the day, and was always cutting edge and created glamorous projects. Religion was always a part of his being since he was raised Catholic. He chose to give that "famous" life up and devote his life to God and helping others in need. I would hope that people understand that what you see here in the short clip is just a fraction of the great individual that Br. Fred truly is. I am very happy to see Br. Fred happy and to see that he is doing well, looking well, and has not lost his great wit and sense of humor. I am lucky to have crossed paths with him back in the day.....We miss him here in Atlanta. All the best to you Br. Fred Dilger !!

My love for our Franciscan friars grow more each day. St Anthony has been present in my life from the time I was a child. The older I got the more I learned about him. It is refreshing to continually be reminded of the persistent love and Faith and continuity of this holy order of our Catholic faith. Pray for our Friars : )

Awesome! Thank you Br. Casey for putting together these segments and Br. Fred for making my work seem more " concrete ".I do volunteer work with the kids, aka homeless ( personally don't like using the word homeless cause we are all homeless here on earth before reaching our Fathers house ) but this particular segment touched me and reaches out to others to do this type of work. This is what I believe Francis would have wanted to see more in his followers. Nothing is more gratifying then spending time with the kids.I believe Steven Patrick Stone mentioned about wearing a habit and Br. Fred stating is could be authoritative but in my opinion Francis never wore his habit as a sign of authority.I'm in my novitiate for SFO , Seculars only wear a Tau. As a Secular doing this work or any work I wear the Franciscan crown rosary, first clip on the first decade and second clip on the seventh decade that way you can tuck it in between your front and back pockets and my cincture.The OFM habit is too clean and pressed for this work. Have spent time with the Capuchins and they wear a "work habit " which is torn, worn out and even some have residue of paint.Were I live Catholics are a minority so in my opinion I do believe the presence of the church should be recognized in some form.To the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ,Pax et Bonum

Br. Fred, it’s been 14 years since we collaborated but God had other designs for me. Although I have been absent personally, it is not to say you have been absent in my prayers. I rejoice in knowing you are still strong in faith and your commitment to community. God truly blessed you and all the lives you’ve touched. Priscilla (31st St, NYC)

God bless you Fr. Fred Dilger. Thank you so much for all the things you do for the community. Greetings from DC.

You have a hit on your hands. Congratulations!!

Awesome job Br. Casey! And thanks for sharing Br. Fred!

If I get a chance to finish school and start leaving my dream as Franciscan I will the happiest soul❤❤

I live in Philly. I know this area down on Kensington Ave. Very rough place full of drugs, violence, poverty and homelessness. Such a blessed mission and such dedicated men to take on such a troubed place. This is walking the walk for sure!

Although I’ve watched many vocation videos here on You Tube and found many of them very interesting and inspiring, none more than this one with you, Brother Fred! What a down to earth, likable guy with such an interesting background before joining religious life. How fortunate that you are able to make use of your design skills while serving the Lord and your community!

You should di more of these portraits. I deeply respect this brother for his hard work

Br Fred seems like a beautiful soul. What a fabulous video ❤️

Thank you for another fantastic video, and thank you Br. Fred Dilger for sharing your life and experiences with us and for showing me there is more to life.

God bless and guide you always, Br.. Fred.

Yay Brother Casey! This segment is fascinating, habit or no habit. I especially love the shots of the St. Francis and the Wolf mural and that Br. Fred has that GIANT poster of Oscar Romero in his office. Br. Fred IS a fascinating guy so thanks for creating and sharing this film. Well done!

Thank you Brother Fred and Brother Casey. Really inspired by this one. A really fulfilling and meaningful life indeed!

What a genuine guy. Loved this video!

Thanks for sharing Br. Fred's story and what some of his experiences are in a Friar's Life!

Beautifully done. Br Fred is a great guy and obviously happy with his life. I'm very impressed with his dedication to his work. The only disagreement I have with him is the habit. I think a habit is extremely important to wear. If the long robe is too cumbersome for the work he does (which is understandable) , then maybe some sort of brown shirt similar in color and style to the robe, with a crucifix ... with pants of his choice. A sort of modified work habit that would identify him as a Catholic Friar. I say this because as someone who had a complete loss of Faith, one of the things that drew me to your channel was your habit. I'm sure I wouldn't have watched that first video I saw of yours if you were wearing regular clothing. Your habit captivated me ,I listened to you, and then of course your own dedication to God has kept me here. But your habit drew me here first . I hope my opinion isn't offensive to Br Fred because he deserves respect as a person, a Friar, and for his great work.

Fred, you're a terrific inspiration to us all.

As a chef, I love how you call them your guest!!

I love the Franciscans. I prefer the habit, though. I think it inspires joy, and is a beacon of hope for those looking for help.

Thank you for all your work.

Thank you for sharing! I would love to meet Br Fred one day and talk all things interior design, I enjoy interior design (the practical part eg decorating) and yet to take formal interior design courses. I have served on the parish decorating committee at my former parish and enjoyed it. I often look for opportunities to make things beautiful and organized for church and related events and its nice to see a member of the catholic clergy in this field.

An exciting life, no doubt, and meaningful as heck, to boot.

I love this video. Br. Fred is an inspiration! God bless.

I think I will enjoy this series and all. Really nice idea.

the end was funny and it got real. lol i loved the part of breaking out in song. i must try that next Jesus Run and i truly loved that you were able to maintain part of your past career in design and architecture which is a field that i am also passionate about (the design and fashion industry as well as interior design and architecture). these videos imo truly help me in more ways than you know. thank you for sharing it with the world! God Bless, Ave Maria, St. Francis of Assisi...Pray for Us.

God go with you and those you serve.

I enjoyed this video. I'll be sure to watch the next in the series. Good job.

LOve being able to attend Mass on KZfaq with FR. Patrick!!!!! Enjoying all the KZfaq videos, too! Jarda Kay Long

God bless all the Friars!!!

This is Amazing!! I love it and good editing.

Awesome video!

Great video.

Am I the only one that slightly freaked out when Br. Fred took of his glasses?? I like this series! Very insightful!

Awesome video

God bless brother fred ,👍

Fred is a very nice guy!

What a gem💫

Hopefully we'll have more Franciscans in Montreal, Quebec

Hi there, I enjoy these little clips. From my experience of wearing my habit around my small city some people can look at you in a somewhat quizzical way, yet generally, people are ok with it. Most tend to know that I am a Friar/ Monk, possibly because they have seen images of monks and nuns in movies etc etc. The Buddhist nuns and monks also wear there habits here in town. I like to wear my habit, it tells people what my " WORK " is. People do not tend to confuse it with the many paedophile priests that have been outed here in Australia. I get the feeling that it is more difficult for the Priest to wear his clerical collar than it is for me to wear my brown habit. People generally love to see me in my habit, so I try to wear it as often as I can. Blessings. BFM

I wish I could live this kind of life. Too many health problems, though. I have to be chained to an employer for insurance. Stinks. God Bless all you men. I'm jealous.

I love this!

I LOVE IT....you can laugh even while cleaning a nasty toilet!!!

Thank you Bro. Casey for making this video with Bro. Fred Dilger. Is there a way to contact Bro. Fred Dilger to become friends and talk with? if so please let me know. Thank you and God Bless. 9/3/18

The good life? This is it.

"and call the police"😂😂😂

Would the Friars ever consider older man who wish to be Franciscan Friars, Men in the 50's and early 60's

He got tattoo 😱😱how cool is that 😆😆

😂 you dont have to worry how you look like

Neither the Friars or the nuns wear a habit? I thought it was required to give the outside knowledge of who and what y'all are.

@7:59 ... Ooh... A little racism and disrespect towards Chinese people. Why call out the Chinese like that? That was uncalled for and unnecessary. I wonder how a young Chinese child watching this may feel after hearing that?

that mass and the chapel where it was celebrated was painfully liberal. don't you think we ought to give Christ the respect he deserves at the celebration of the sacrifice on Calvary?

In another universe, I'm a contemplative Benedictine. This friar stuff is too hard and too immersed in the belly of the human beast. I want to be half hermetical. What is this friar stuff?!! :)

well done but you must dress the habit!!!! Above all because you made your holy vows in front that habit. don't be too much modern please! !!