Br. Francis Mary Kratz, O.P.

Alma Mater: Florida Gulf Coast University

Hometown: Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Br. Francis Mary was born in San Diego, California, but spent most of his life growing up North of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is an only child. He attended Florida Gulf Coast University and obtained a Bachelor's degree in Marine Science with a Minor in Biology. He continued for his Master's in Environmental Science at the same university, focusing on using bacteria to track wastewater in rivers. He was drawn to the Dominicans due to their focus on finding truth, studying for the sake of others, and community life. In his free time, he enjoys nature hikes, reading, and playing basketball.