The Canticle of Mary
Maureen O'Brien
February 19, 2024
The Blessed Mother brings us so much joy and peace. Reflect on how she has been there for you, offering you a mother’s love and comfort.
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Maureen O'Brien's most recent book with Franciscan Media reflects on the miracle of the loaves and fishes, finding hope and healing in today's broken world. "Gather the Fragments: My Year of Finding God’s Love" is now available wherever audiobooks are sold. Narrated by the author, this offering of spiritual accompaniment can be found at maureenobrienwriter.com.
Nothing Can Separate Us
Maureen O'Brien
February 10, 2024
Today, reflect on the incredible power of the words from Romans 8:38–39.
One Candle Lighting Another
Maureen O'Brien
January 29, 2024
Throughout the day, we encounter a variety of people who may be strangers. May this prayer support you in knowing that what you give to all brightens the world.
A Hidden River
Maureen O'Brien
January 23, 2024
It is a natural part of our faith journey to not always be able to feel God, especially when something is weighing on our hearts.
Sermon on the Plain
Maureen O'Brien
January 14, 2024
In Luke 6:35, we read Jesus’ words, “Love your enemies and do good to them.” Though the word enemy is strong, it includes anyone who we feel is in opposition to us. Who might that be today?
Receiving in Giving
Maureen O'Brien
January 5, 2024
Being of service is such an essential tenet of our faith, yet sometimes we forget what we receive when we give.
Incense Before You
Maureen O'Brien
December 26, 2023
Today, envision the picture created by these lines from Psalm 141: “Let my prayer be incense before you; my uplifted hands an evening offering.”