God Moving toward Us
Maureen O'Brien
February 16, 2023
Reflect Sister Ilia Delio, OSF, writes: “We move toward God because God has first moved toward us—this is the Franciscan path of prayer.” Pray God,
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Maureen O'Brien
Maureen O'Brien's award-winning short stories and poems have been published widely in magazines and anthologies. She lives in Connecticut, where taught creative writing to teenagers for 25 years. She holds an MA in creative writing and a BA in philosophy and religion. She is the author of What Was Lost: Seeking Refuge in the Psalms and Gather the Fragments: My Year of Finding God’s Love (Franciscan Media).
Peace amid Uncertainty
Maureen O'Brien
February 6, 2023
Reflect Even the great contemplatives struggled with knowing God’s will. Reflect on Thomas Merton’s prayer, “I know that . . . you will lead me
Letting Go of the Storm
Maureen O'Brien
January 31, 2023
Reflect Today reflect on the passage from Matthew 8:26: “Then he got up, rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was great calm.” Pray
Hidden Treasures: An Ash Wednesday Journey
Maureen O'Brien
January 24, 2023
The Lenten cross on her forehead reminds this author of the impermanence of our lives and the treasure that awaits.
There’s a Gift in Your Midst
Maureen O'Brien
January 18, 2023
Reflect When we pray and seek out God, we are often led right to what’s already here in our lives. Pray Dear God, it’s clear
Entrance to Your Heart
Maureen O'Brien
January 5, 2023
Reflect “I am the gate. Whoever enters through me will be saved…” Today let the words of John 10:9 give you comfort along the way.
Miraculous Healings
Maureen O'Brien
December 23, 2022
Reflect Sometimes we might feel like the hurt man in Matthew 12:9-14, but miracles await us. Think about the big and small ways you have
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