Franciscan Spirit
Franciscan Inspirations: Jesus on Fasting and Penance
Early in the Gospel of Mark (2:18-22), Jesus runs into a series of conflicts with the Jewish religious leaders. One such conflict involved the law of fasting.
Lent with Richard Rohr: Decision Precedes Depth
Thursday After Ash Wednesday | Readings: Deuteronomy 30:15–20; Luke 9:22–25
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Lent with Richard Rohr: Another Start!
Reflection Your browser does not support the audio element. Download the audio here 2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2
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Lenten Reflections with Friar Jim
The season of Lent is here! Next to Christmas and Easter, there is no time when churches are more filled. There is something about this seasons that can touch the hearts and consciences of people who seldom go to church.
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Paterson: The Most Contemplative Movie I’ve Ever Seen
Most movies pull the viewer in through chaos, madness, or emotion.
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Lent: Let’s Get Back to Basics
Returning to the Lord means moving away from many things that distract us. But how to do it?
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40 Days in the Desert: A Lenten Meditation
Some years ago I heard a psychologist give a talk in which he shared this insight: A love relationship is a relationship of trust.
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