October 2022
Sharing the Word for October 3, 2022 – Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time – Year 2
Being neighbor is not a matter of pre-existing relationships to which we respond. “Being neighbor” is a matter of extending ourselves to those in need–regardless of whether or not there are human connections.
The Touch of Jesus
Francis lay upon the cold ground of his hut at St. Mary of the Angels and felt nothing but the touch of Jesus in his feet and hands and side.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Eight: Joy
Some of the same challenges that Francis knew in his lifetime are facing all of us today: division, disease, and war.
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God’s Nature
Nature reveals to us the character of God. Yet he chose to come to Earth in the humble form of human flesh. Creation—including human beings—speaks of God’s character. If only we'd listen.
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Feast of the Guardian Angels
Guardian Angels play an important role in Sacred Scripture as messengers of God. The belief that each person has a guardian angel watching over him or her is an extension of that role, and a reminder of God's never-failing providence.
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Sunday Soundbite for October 2, 2022
Through giving ourselves to the Lord we can find ourselves doing great things with the Spirit’s help. Look at your own life today and see if you agree!
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Dear Reader: Celebrating the Feast of St. Francis
Of all the issues our staff puts together in a year, I think October might be my favorite.
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