Franciscan Spirit

Lent with Richard Rohr: Another Start!

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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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Rosary on a bible | Photo by Anuja Tilj on Unsplash

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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Dunes in the desert

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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person in hell

Notes from a Friar: A Look at Hell

A lot of people have questions about heaven, hell, and purgatory. To better understand hell, let’s review a bit. Everything about God and us centers on relationship. Heaven is complete and perfect union with God for eternity. Purgatory is union with ...
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Four Great Spanish Saints

I’m pleased to share memories so that readers can follow my path across Spain and become better acquainted with these inspiring saints.
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