Carlo Acutis and the Gift of Presence
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” Often attributed to John Lennon, this quote from American journalist Allen Saunders speaks to me especially this week of April 21, 2025, as I write this piece...
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Notes from a Friar: The Humble Heart of Francis
Francis helped resurrect the Christ of the Gospels who showed Francis the way that alone would renew the earth and all life that dwells upon it.
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Notes from a Friar: Sharing Our Charism
As Franciscans, we are all partners in grace, partners for the gospel. And for this, we should be grateful!
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Notes from a Friar: Love Your Enemies
God loves us as we are and is willing to help us grow beyond our faults and failings.
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Francis of Assisi, Francis of Rome
St. Francis looked around at the church and he began to repair the building, stone by stone. Pope Francis understands this metaphor.
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The Gospel of Prayer
We want Jesus’ depth and graciousness in our own lives. Like Jesus’ disciples, we also know we can attain this only through prayer.
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Unmarried and Unashamed
Many singles long for the joys, comforts, and challenges of married life, but it’s simply not in the cards for everyone. You’ll find my name on that list.
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