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Saint Albert Chmielowski
Saint Albert Chmielowski was a talented painter and a Secular Franciscan. In mid-life, he founded the Brothers of
God’s Ways, Not Ours
Someone who constantly engages in “if only” thinking will never truly be at peace.
Wandering a Spiritual Desert
When Teresa of Ávila had a mystical encounter with an image of the wounded Jesus, the floodgates of
Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrow
Disappointments, setbacks, loss, and suffering seem to define the life of Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows.
Embracing God’s Plan
God’s will is written on our hearts and is meant to lead us to a profound peace and…
Lonely, but Never Alone
Reflect The holidays are a time of joy for many. For those who are alone, however, it is…
'Speak Out for Those Who Cannot Speak'
St. Francis and the Leper
Music As Prayer
Music takes me back, holds me in the moment, and inspires hope for the future—all at once.
Sacred Heart of Jesus
We decide what to do or avoid based on what is in our hearts, which is where Jesus calls us and leads us to a better place.
Who Was Carlo Acutis?
He found the riches of total faith and love in God. Get to know him better here.
Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrow
Disappointments, setbacks, loss, and suffering seem to define the life of Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows.
Embracing God’s Plan
God’s will is written on our hearts and is meant to lead us to a profound peace and…
Lonely, but Never Alone
Reflect The holidays are a time of joy for many. For those who are alone, however, it is…
Why It's So Hard to Forgive
Seven Prayer Tips
Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced in prayer, these seven tips will encourage you in your practice of prayer.
Living 'The Canticle'
Francis’ experience with loss illustrates a path to deeper relationships, including with God.
Meet the Mystics
A mystic is someone who has received the special grace of infused contemplation of God.
