Franciscan Spirit Blog

St. Anthony of Padua

St. Anthony, Help Me Find…Beauty

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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The Kingdom of God: Past, Present, Future

This blog on the kingdom of God is at the heart of what Evangelization is all about.
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My Uneven Path to God

Our faith journeys can be dangerous. But it's never a waste of time.
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Five Women of Faith: St. Marianne Cope

The government authorities were reluctant to allow Mother Marianne to be a mother on Molokai. Thirty years of dedication proved their fears unfounded.
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Meditation Made Easy

If prayer is talking to God, meditation is listening to God. Here are three simple steps for a richer, more meditative life.
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Purity & Purpose: The Brief Life of St. Maria Goretti

Maria Goretti's canonization saw the conversion of her murderer and his reconciliation with her family. Today she is known as a model of mercy.
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Faith on Vacation

So whether your family’s going to Disney World, attending a retreat, or just staying at home, remember that there are always ways to include your faith in your vacation plans.
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