Fr. Kevin Hanley, OFM Conv.
Fr. Kevin Hanley, OFM Conv. brings a wealth of pastoral, academic, and leadership experience to his current ministry. Since December 2019, he has served as Guardian and Parish Priest of St. Anthony of Padua in Mossley Hill, Liverpool, and also supports the community at St. Ambrose & St. Christopher in Speke. Prior to that, he ministered as a confessor at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican for over six years, alongside doctoral studies in Canon Law and service as Adjunct Spiritual Director at the Pontifical Scots College.
In 2022, Fr. Kevin was appointed Custodial Secretary of the Blessed Agnellus of Pisa Custody, underscoring his trusted role in Franciscan governance. He continues to witness and support the vocational journey of new friars in solemn profession.
Notable Milestones in Ministry
Fr. Kevin Hanley, OFM Conv., has lived out his Franciscan vocation through pastoral service, academic study, and spiritual guidance. His ministry has taken him from parish life in Britain and Ireland to the heart of the Church in Rome, always marked by a dedication to reconciliation and community.
- Appointed Guardian and Parish Priest at St. Anthony of Padua, Liverpool (2019).
- Served for 6½ years as a confessor at St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City.
- Completed advanced studies in Canon Law, supporting both parish and Custody governance.
- Acted as Adjunct Spiritual Director at the Pontifical Scots College, Rome.
- Elected Custodial Secretary for the Blessed Agnellus of Pisa Custody (2022).
- Regularly supports solemn professions and formation within the Franciscan community.