Notes from a Friar: The Core Teachings of St. Francis
Murray Bodo, OFM
September 3, 2023
The bedrock of St. Francis’ theology is the foundation under which his friar-brothers walk today.
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Murray Bodo, OFM
Murray Bodo, OFM, is a Franciscan priest and a member of the Franciscan Academy. An award-winning author of many books, including Francis: The Journey and the Dream, Surrounded by Love: Seven Teachings of Saint Francis, and Nourishing Love: A Franciscan Celebration of Mary, he writes and lectures on Franciscan spirituality. As an internationally known poet, Fr. Bodo has participated in poetry readings in Europe and the United States. He lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Journeying toward God
Murray Bodo, OFM
August 28, 2023
There are times when the interior journey is impeded by the refusal or inability to make an external journey.
God Still Speaks to Us
Murray Bodo, OFM
August 18, 2023
The mystics show us by their visions and lives that what our faith attests and theology teaches is indeed true: God is, and God is intimately involved with us today and always.
God’s Word Is Everything
Murray Bodo, OFM
August 17, 2023
As with Holy Scripture, in reading the mystics I feel that God is somehow there in the words.
Remain Always in God
Murray Bodo, OFM
August 14, 2023
God’s love endured, no matter what seems to be happening in life.
Rich Soil for God’s Word
Murray Bodo, OFM
August 13, 2023
Saints and mystics help us uncover our own capacity for walking with God.
Chosen by Christ
Murray Bodo, OFM
August 11, 2023
St. Clare became a mirror of Christ by responding to his freely given love.