Franciscan Spirit

"Nothing apart from God can satisfy the human heart, which is truly in search of God." –Saint Anthony of Padua   Reflection Not long ago one of the friars living here at the Monastery observed that, out of this time ...

"The greedy man is really not rich, but poor. He does not control his money but is controlled by it. He does not possess his wealth but is possessed by it. He may have many things, yet for him he ...

Aunts and uncles play an invaluable role in shaping the lives of young family members.

“You shall love the Lord your God with your whole heart. Notice that Christ says: Your whole heart. He doesn't say: Leave a corner of your heart for yourself. He bought the whole of you by giving his whole self ...

Organic gardening promotes wellness in many ways. It shows a respect for God’s earth, offers physical activity, relieves stress, restores balance to life, and puts you in touch with nature.

“When it is dark, we do not see how dusty and dirty our house is. Only when the place is flooded with sunlight do we realize its awful condition. So we need the light of God's grace to show us ...