Franciscan Spirit

Novena day two .... St. Francis and evangelization

Novena to St. Francis | Day Two: Evangelization

Evangelization is a Franciscan priority because it was a priority for St. Francis. And it was a priority because he had encountered Jesus and just couldn’t keep that to himself.

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Novena to St. Francis | Day One: The Incarnation

Christianity is the only religion which proclaims that God became a human being. This is unique and central to Christian understanding. St. Francis was fascinated by what we have come to call the Incarnation. 
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Franciscan Inspirations: ‘Those Who Once Walked with Us’

What’s in a name? Maybe an opportunity!
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Capturing Padre Pio

A journalist recalls his interview with this beloved Capuchin Franciscan saint.
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Falling Away to God

If we’re going to live peacefully with each other and with our God-given Earth, many of us are going to have to let some things fall away.
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Notes from a Friar: God’s Love Is Always

In reviewing my life, I saw that God was with me every step.
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God: Teach Me to Pray

At times, prayer can feel like playing hide-and-seek. So how do we find God?
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