September 2022

Blessed John Paul I, ‘the smiling pope,’ showed God’s goodness, pope says

OSV News September 6, 2022

Beatifying Blessed John Paul I, Pope Francis praised the late pope for showing the world God’s goodness and for living the Gospel without compromise.

Blessed Claudio Granzotto

Franciscan Media September 6

Blessed Claudio Granzotto was the youngest of nine children whose father died when the boy was only nine years old. At the age of 15 he entered the army where he served for three years.

Saint Teresa of Calcutta was born in Albania, but is known for her work in India. A member of the Sisters of Loreto, she felt a call to live among the poor. While working with the poorest of the poor ...

Saint Rose of Viterbo

Franciscan Media September 4

Saint Rose of Viterbo achieved sainthood in only 18 years of life. She had shown a great desire for prayer early in life, and joined the Secular Franciscans at the age of 10.

Sunday Soundbite for September 4, 2022

Greg Friedman, OFM September 4, 2022

Jesus cautions his audience about the cost of discipleship. Jesus will embrace his cross completely, giving his all. We his followers must do the same. Jesus urges us to give our all, carrying our own cross and following after him.