Be a Bridge-Builder
Christopher Heffron
May 12, 2025
Let me continue the holy work of your servant, St. Francis, who built bridges, not walls.
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Christopher Heffron is the editorial director at Franciscan Media.
Breathe in Peace
Christopher Heffron
May 1, 2025
St. Francis of Assisi endured similar challenges we face today: societal instability, apathy, and health issues that threatened his ministry. In times of struggle, let us look to his example.
St. Carlo Acutis: Pray for Us!
Christopher Heffron
April 27, 2025
In his short 15 years, Carlo Acutis lived boldly and loved loudly. Our first Millennial saint can teach us how to follow God with humble steps.
Carlo Acutis: You Belong to the Ages
Christopher Heffron
April 25, 2025
I have always categorized you, Carlo Acutis, as “the millennial saint,” but that is limiting. You are timeless.
Pope Francis: The Good Shepherd
Christopher Heffron
April 15, 2025
Considering Pope Francis’ debilitating health issues, my mind always goes back to when his papacy was announced to the world.
The Other Mary
Christopher Heffron
March 24, 2025
Mary Magdalene was complicated, brave, loyal, filled with love, and prone to sin. In short: She was human.
Dear Carlo Acutis…
Christopher Heffron
March 23, 2025
What would a member of Generation say to Carlo Acutis, the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint? What could they possibly have in common?