Roamin’ Catholic: Always a Pilgrim
Christopher Heffron
August 6, 2021
Wandering the streets of Rome, the Franciscan spirit is alive. It breathes. We pilgrims inhale deeply.
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Christopher Heffron
Christopher Heffron is the editorial director at Franciscan Media.
Praying through My Pain
Christopher Heffron
August 2, 2021
Emotional and physical pain are parts of life, but that doesn’t make them easy to endure. Sometimes prayer is the best medicine.
Prayer to the Good Shepherd
Christopher Heffron
July 20, 2021
GPS cannot rescue us when we’re lost in grief or panic. We need a higher power to guide us out of the mess we make for ourselves.
Perfect Joy
Christopher Heffron
June 11, 2021
With the health crisis and unrest facing our world, finding a reason to be joyful may be hard. But it’s important that we smile—even if it’s through tears.
The Last Will Be First
Christopher Heffron
May 29, 2021
Would you rather err on the side of charity or suspicion? Offer today’s prayer in solidarity with those who struggle on the periphery.
Life Can Be a Pain
Christopher Heffron
May 24, 2021
As I look back, my four decades on this planet have been relatively pain-free. Those in my circle, however, endure pain in ways I cannot comprehend.
God Bless Mothers
Christopher Heffron
May 9, 2021
When we’re down, regardless of our age, we seek the solace of our mothers.