Hello, Joy!
Maureen O'Brien
May 12, 2021
Jesus said, “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” (John 15:11)
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Maureen O'Brien
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.
Worried for Your Family?
Maureen O'Brien
May 1, 2021
In my worry about family members, I sometimes forget that there is always hope—in God. Are there moments you feel you must fix things, forgetting that God is there?
Following Merton’s Wisdom
Maureen O'Brien
April 18, 2021
Take a few extra minutes today and do something kind for yourself, giving yourself the same compassion you would offer to a loved one.
Grief in Gethsemane
Maureen O'Brien
April 1, 2021
During Lent, as we witness the fullness of Jesus’ story, we see over and over again that we have a God who fully understands the range of our human emotions.
Everyday Miracles: An Easter Meditation
Maureen O'Brien
March 26, 2021
As we prepare to celebrate Easter, this author reminds us that miracles are all around us.
Celebrating the Year of St. Joseph
Maureen O'Brien
March 19, 2021
Look more closely at St. Joseph’s “hidden presence” today, and invite him into your heart. Get to know this “father in the shadows” more intimately.
We Will Begin Again
Maureen O'Brien
March 11, 2021
I am looking out over the breathtaking view of the psalms as I hope we never forget to begin, again and again. To know, no matter what, that we are walking in love and beauty when we seek.