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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Saint Anthony Novena Day One: Embrace the Light of Christ

“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 ...
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Spirituality and Sport: Celebrating Body and Soul

Physical play and exercise can help us stay connected to God and the world.
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We Are God’s Beloved

We are imperfect children of a perfect God, who loves us in spite of our sins.
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The Franciscan School of Theology: Presence at a Distance

A Franciscan education offers a unique, Christ-centered viewpoint into Catholicism. Franciscan spirituality is faithful to the gospel and the Church, rooted in prayer, contemplation, and most importantly, service.
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Receive the Light of Christ

Jesus referred to himself as an exuberant fountain quenching this thirst: “Let anyone who thirsts come to me and drink” (Jn 7:37).
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Doubt: Engine or Enemy of Faith?

Doubt can either drive faith or kill it. The choice is ours.
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