September 3, 2025

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Becoming a Practicing Mystic

Father Ronald Rolheiser, OMI, began writing his column “In Exile” in 1982. Franciscan Media is honored to publish one of Father Ron’s columns every month. …

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Miracles Unfold

It is no coincidence that, by opening up our own hearts and asking our community of believers to join us, we began to witness the power of prayer.
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The ‘Lot’ of the Saints

What is the “lot of the saints?” In his letter to the Colossians, Paul speaks of giving thanks that we have been made worthy to partake of it. But what does he mean?
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Loyola Ramblers fans hold up a poster of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, longtime chaplain of the men's basketball team, after the team defeated the Kansas State Wildcats in the championship game of the South regional of the 2018 NCAA Tournament in Atlanta. On Aug. 21, 2025, Sister Jean celebrated her 106th birthday. (OSV News photo/Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters)

From Final Four fame to 106: Sister Jean still cheering Loyola on

It's been more than seven years since Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt became a household name virtually overnight.
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