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Jim Van Vurst, OFM

Jim Van Vurst, OFM, was a Franciscan friar for over 65 years. After ordination, he received his graduate degree in psychology. He contributed widely to St. Anthony Messenger magazine and FranciscanMedia.org before passing away in 2021.
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The Life Beyond

Jim Van Vurst, OFM October 24, 2025

The true meaning of heaven points to the union that we have with our loved ones and all the saints.

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Death Is a New Beginning

Jim Van Vurst, OFM May 18, 2025

Our faith has a way of answering questions and helping us understand that their deaths and those of all our loved ones are not signs of an ending, but rather a new beginning for them.

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The Loneliness of Mary

Jim Van Vurst, OFM March 19, 2025

The loneliness of Mary is not as well-documented. She suffered great isolation, from confusion about her unique call to the deaths of those closest to her. Yet her trust in God was rewarded.

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Jesus with Us

Jim Van Vurst, OFM November 2, 2024

As a people of faith, we are wonderfully blessed to know that Jesus experienced death.

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