Franciscan Spirit
Meet the Mystics: St. Catherine of Siena
Murray Bodo, OFM
May 31, 2023
Some will see in Catherine every sign of psychosis: the split personality, hearing voices, demonic visions, and a mystical marriage. The signs, to be sure, are there.
Meet the Mystics: St. Francis of Assisi
Murray Bodo, OFM
May 30, 2023
There is a mysticism Francis offers to all believers, a mysticism that he illustrates through the gestures of his own life.
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Meet the Mystics: Mary
Murray Bodo, OFM
May 29, 2023
If the mystic is one who experiences in an extraordinary way the intimacy with God offered to everyone, then Mary is the model and pattern of the mystical life.
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Mary, Queen of Heaven
Ginny Kubitz Moyer
May 25, 2023
As Mary’s story shows us, one person’s faith can forever change the world.
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The Wisdom of Trees
Kyle Kramer
May 24, 2023
Creation will not hurry. Yet, as life thrives and evolves, God will accomplish everything.
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Nine: May Christ Deepen Our Love
Greg Friedman, OFM
May 23, 2023
"We beg you, Lord Jesus, bind us with the love of you and our neighbor so that we can love you deeply with our whole heart, and not be separated from you." –Saint Anthony of Padua Reflection Saint Anthony’s ...
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The Franciscan School of Theology: Journey of Change and Growth
William Short, OFM
May 23, 2023
For motivated adult learners, the master’s in Franciscan Theology provides a special Franciscan flavor to a challenging and rewarding graduate theology program.
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