Daniel McLellan, OFM: Friar Fueled by ‘Love in Action’
Janice Lane Palko
March 24, 2025
There was no supernatural vision, no compelling word of God that led Father Daniel (Dan) McLellan, OFM, to the priesthood.
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Janice Lane Palko
Janice Lane Palko is an author with over two decades of writing experience who has written for numerous Catholic and secular publications including Reader's Digest, the Christian Science Monitor, and St. Anthony Messenger.
M. Karolyn Nunes, FSGM: Guiding Women Through Spiritual Discernment
Janice Lane Palko
February 24, 2025
Sister M. Karolyn took the name “Mary Karolyn” to reflect her admiration of and devotion to Karol Wojtyla, who became Pope John Paul II.
Dr. Paul M. Lipowski, EdD
Janice Lane Palko
August 22, 2024
“It’s hard to escape or disconnect the Catholic faith from being Polish,” says Dr. Paul M. Lipowski, EdD, chief charism officer for the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement at Graymoor.
Sister Barbara Vano, OSF
Janice Lane Palko
June 25, 2024
“I think God is remarkably patient—and has a great sense of humor,” Sister Barb says.
Friar Christopher Panagoplos, TOR
Janice Lane Palko
May 23, 2024
If you know anything about Altoona, it’s that the western Pennsylvania town is noted for two things: railroads and the Horseshoe Curve.
The Upper Room Crisis Hotline
Janice Lane Palko
April 24, 2024
She’s talked to murderers, abusers, and even those wrestling with the occult. Sister Mary Frances Seeley and volunteers answer all calls with a message of God’s unconditional love and prayerful support.
Michael Blackburn, OFM
Janice Lane Palko
October 26, 2023
Though known for establishing the Jesuits, St. Ignatius of Loyola initially found inspiration for conversion in the life of St. Francis of Assisi while recovering from a debilitating leg injury.