October 2, 2020
Followers of St. Francis: Dedicated to Dignity
Long associated as a symbol of respite, shelter, and nourishment, an oasis serves as a spiritual metaphor as well as a place of spiritual rejuvenation. With that symbol in mind and energized with the Franciscan spirit, Brother David Buer, OFM, has spent decades working to provide refuge and resources to those in need in the American Southwest.
His path to becoming a Franciscan and living a life of service has roots in a clear understanding of what it means to be an outsider in our society.
What Is Inside a Catholic Church?
Next time you’re at church, stop and look around. You might be surprised by what you find.
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Confronting Teen Suicide
Young people have never been more connected or more isolated. A psychologist and a teen advocate for suicide prevention shed light on this crisis.
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‘I Am a Work in Progress’
My son and I are working on a project together. He is trying to keep his room clean, and so am I. To be honest, keeping things clean is a never-ending effort in our home.
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Let’s Stop Fighting Over Climate Change
Scientific studies have long shown the connection between human behavior and climate change. Over 97 percent of climate scientists agree on this. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change stated in its 2014 report: "Human influence on the climate system is ...
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Actions Speak Louder than Words
There is no quick fix for the hurts and harm we cause, and it is no excuse to say we were simply being zealous for the Lord.
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Welcome to San Damiano
In the spirit of St. Francis, this retreat center opens its doors to refugees.
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