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.
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Christopher Heffron
Christopher Heffron is the editorial director at Franciscan Media.
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.
Dear Reader: 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
Reach out to your mom today. If she’s no longer with us, spend a moment in prayer for the woman who loved you first—and loved you most.
A Lasting Peace
Christopher Heffron
April 27, 2021
We may not be able to control what goes on in the world, but we can control how we react to it. This prayer can help us stay focused.
Erasing the Stigma of Mental Illness
Christopher Heffron
April 24, 2021
For those who love somebody struggling with mental illness, our job is to be fully present and listen without prejudice.