Sharing Our Faith
Clifford Hennings, OFM
October 24, 2025
Reflect As followers of Christ Jesus, we share in his work of salvation. We have “put on Christ,” and proclaim him in both word and
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Clifford Hennings, OFM
Clifford Hennings, OFM, of St. John the Baptist Province, is the associate pastor of the Church of the Holy Family in Novi, Michigan. He received a BA in Catholic Studies from DePaul University and a Master of Divinity from Catholic Theological Union. He contributes regularly to Franciscan Media and St. Anthony Messenger.
The Responsibilities of Leadership
Clifford Hennings, OFM
October 4, 2025
“Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God that things that are God’s” (Mark 12:17). While others rightly have authority over many things, this must always be exercised in accordance with God’s divine law.
The Nature of Christian Love
Clifford Hennings, OFM
July 29, 2025
Pope St. John Paul II remarked that “Love between man and woman cannot be built without sacrifices and self-denial.” This is the nature of all Christian love.
Remembering the Faithful Departed
Clifford Hennings, OFM
April 28, 2025
As Catholics we believe the veil between this world and the next is as nothing in the mind of God. We pray for our dead, as we believe the saints pray for us.
The Blessings of Someone’s Labor
Clifford Hennings, OFM
February 28, 2025
In the developed world many take the availability of food for granted. Yet behind all that food is the sweat from someone’s hard labor.
Thank Your Guardian Angel
Clifford Hennings, OFM
February 6, 2025
“For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways” (Psalm 91:11). Consider thanking God and your guardian angel today.
A Prayer for Healing
Clifford Hennings, OFM
January 18, 2025
Christ is the Great Physician. If there is something that troubles you–either in mind or body–turn to the Lord that you may be healed.