August 16, 2025

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Becoming Wounded Healers

In the year 1202, a young Giovanni Bernardone, who we would come to know as St. Francis of Assisi, was captured in a conflict between …

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Sister Norma Pimentel plays with a child

Sister Norma Pimentel’s Mission 

Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ, has long advocated for the humane and dignified treatment of migrant people who arrive in our country. Recognition of her holy work has prompted praise from many—including the late Pope Francis. 
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Actions Speak Louder than Words 

Name-calling. Bullying. Prejudice. Hurtful comments. Gossip. Given that this is a family column, you might assume that I’m talking about the behavior of kids.
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light shining through a open door.

Doorway to Awakening

The last line of St. Francis’ prayer presents us with one of the paradoxes of the spiritual journey.
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person walking on a trail, following a path.

Follow the Breadcrumbs

Do you ever get annoyed with people who seem to have a vision and strategic plan for their entire life? Most of us don’t achieve such clarity.
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