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The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal were involved in caring for those affected by the events of the September 11, 2001 attacks in Manhattan. The following day, September 12, a group of friars walked along subway tunnels to reach Manhattan.
The friars were also used as extras in a scene on a subway car for the pro-life film, Bella, which won the "People's Choice Award" at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2006.
In 1988 the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal were established. They are based in the Bronx.
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