Franciscan Spirit

Some will see in Catherine of Siena every sign of psychosis: the split personality, hearing voices, demonic visions, and a mystical marriage. The signs, to be sure, are there.

There is a mysticism Francis of Assisi offers to all believers, a mysticism that he illustrates through the gestures of his own life.

If the mystic is one who experiences in an extraordinary way the intimacy with God offered to everyone, then the Blessed Virgin Mary is the model and pattern of the mystical life.

As Mary’s story shows us, one person’s faith can forever change the world.

Creation will not hurry. Yet, as life thrives and evolves, God will accomplish everything.

"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 ...