Franciscan Spirit Blog

St. Anthony, Help Me Find…Beauty

Stephen Copeland June 13, 2025

St. Anthony of Padua, that Hammer of Heretics, serves as a model to me that I am to preach against any dualism within myself that blocks an openness to beauty.

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9/11: Looking Back, Moving Forward

Franciscan Media September 11, 2023

Three writers reflect on the anniversary of 9/11.

The Prayer of St. Francis: My God and My All!

Murray Bodo, OFM September 8, 2023

Francis of Assisi led by example. His early brothers couldn't help but follow.

Learning to Live Simply

Sue Erschen September 7, 2023

The first beatitude Jesus declares is, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

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Pause and Pray

Christopher Heffron September 6, 2023

Family, career ambition, the search for joy or wellness or meaning—all noble pursuits. But unless they are built on a foundation of prayer, how strong is that foundation?

The Fruits of Our Labors

Kathy Coffey September 4, 2023

We may never see the fruits of our labors. We won’t know how a word or a kindness affects another person. But if we plant the first seed, then God can pour forth an abundant harvest.

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Saints of September

Franciscan Media September 1, 2023

Here are a handful of saints we celebrate in the month of September.

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