The Franciscans of Primitive Observance live a strict observance of the Rule of St. Francis.

The Franciscans of Primitive Observance, or "FPOs" as they are commonly called, are a Roman Catholic group that lives a strict observance of the Rule of St. Francis.

The Franciscans of Primitive Observance were founded by six members of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal who were seeking a more strict observance of the life and rule of St. Francis.