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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.

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St. Francis of Assisi: Artisan of Peace

Murray Bodo, OFM July 2, 2019

Interior peace is the awareness that God is and dwells in all of creation, and from that awareness flows the other three necessary elements of Pope Francis’s statement, namely, concern for nature, justice for the poor, and commitment to society.

St. Francis and the Gift of Greccio

Murray Bodo, OFM November 26, 2018

The idea of a live Nativity scene might seem common nowadays. But in St. Francis’ time, it broke new ground and opened up ways to deepen our spirituality during Christmas.

St. Francis of Assisi: Journeys and Dreams

Murray Bodo, OFM September 24, 2017

For Francis of Assisi, Jesus had been his support, always whispering into his ear, “Francis, little one, never doubt my love. I will never leave you.”