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Casey Cole, OFM

Casey Cole, OFM, is a vowed religious in the Order of Friars Minor, commonly known as the Franciscans. He has a degree in religious studies with a minor in poverty studies from Furman University. In August 2017, he professed his final vows within the Order of Friars Minor; in June 2019 he was ordained a priest. Casey works extensively on social media, evangelizing, and catechizing through YouTube videos, podcasts, and blog posts.

What Must I Do?

Casey Cole, OFM February 21, 2023

Anything that prevents us from following Jesus with our whole heart, anything that holds us back, is a stumbling block to Christian discipleship

We Cannot Control the Mission

Casey Cole, OFM February 20, 2023

Time and again, my little worldview is shaken by something wider; my plans are almost always dashed by bigger, better ones.

Wooden sculpture of a person holding Jesus' hand on the cross

Jesus Never Promised Success

Casey Cole, OFM February 19, 2023

While there is nothing wrong with hoping for success in our lives, our faith is destined for problems if it becomes an expectation we cannot live without.

What Do We Expect?

Casey Cole, OFM February 18, 2023

If we want to follow Jesus, we must let go of our hopes and expectations, our visions for the future, our demands for the present, and remain radically open to what God is doing right in front of us.

Christ Calls Us to the Here and Now

Casey Cole, OFM February 17, 2023

Christ calls us to the here and now. He wants us to be present to people and things that actually make a difference.

Follow Without Reservation

Casey Cole, OFM February 7, 2023

If we want to be disciples of Jesus Christ, following him in complete freedom and without any reservation, the first and most important thing that we must let go of is ourselves.