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.

Prayer Transforms Us

Bishop Robert F. Morneau August 18, 2023

Praying is about seeing, hearing, serving; it’s about abiding in God’s loving and merciful presence. But certain conditions are essential to prayerfulness.

The Assumption of Mary

Edward Sri August 15, 2023

What does Catholicism teach about the assumption of Mary? And why is this event contemplated in the fourth glorious mystery?

St. Clare of Assisi is depicted in a modern painting by Stephen B Whatley, an expressionist artist based in London. During a Lenten service, St. Clare heard St. Francis preach. She was so moved by his words, she asked him to show her how to live the Gospel more fully. She was only 18, but she left the security of her home, cut off her hair and joined the convent. (CNS/Stephen B Whatley)

Honoring St. Clare of Assisi

Jack Wintz, OFM August 11, 2023

The daughter of a noble family, Clare was known for her deep spirituality and love for the poor. Her heart was attracted to the radical way of life preached by St. Francis.

St. Clare of Assisi: A Path of Her Own

Amy Heyd August 9, 2023

Francis’ vision was to walk in the way of the Lord. Clare followed in the footsteps of her friend but also forged her own path to holiness.

Poor Clare, Rich in Spirit

Sr. Rosemary Stets, OSF August 8, 2023

St. Clare of Assisi helped to start a movement that flourishes to this day.

Woman surrounded by seabirds on a beach twirling around

The Power of Evangelical Joy

Daniel P. Horan, Phd August 4, 2023

Evangelical joyfulness is simply another way to call the experience of living with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, forgiveness, love, and thanksgiving.

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