Franciscan Spirit
Five Ways to Say, ‘I Love You’
The message of Valentine’s Day so often gets lost amid all the material aspects of the day.
Jesus and the Women of the Gospels
One of the most striking aspects of the gospel accounts is the role of Jesus’ life and his ministry. Of course, we are aware of the unique role of Mary, Jesus’ mother, in giving birth to the savior of the ...
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A Symphony of Priestly Prayer
Theologians make an important distinction between what they call “devotional” and “liturgical” prayer.
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Let There Be Light: A Christmas Prayer
In turning on the light of the Christmas tree, we wish for the light of Christ to be in us.
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Santa Claus: A Figure of Generosity
Pope Francis reminds us that God’s attitude toward us is far more one of mercy than of judgment.
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The True Spirit of Christmas
The celebration of Christmas can be meaningless and maddening, especially if you don’t have access to its deep layers of history and symbolism. You may feel frantic looking for gifts, rather than understanding that gift-giving is a way of being ...
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Solanus Casey’s Beatification Explained
All around the United States, people will celebrate the life of this holy Capuchin friar in November.
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