Franciscan Spirit

Statue of St. Francis | Photo by Ryan Klaus

Beginning Again with St. Francis

Jovian Weigel, OFM October 6, 2023

Conversion is the ongoing process of learning to live the gospel way of life given to us by Jesus and revealed to us by Francis and Clare.

Becoming Radically Open

Casey Cole, OFM September 22, 2023

If I’ve learned anything as a friar, it is that being a Christian means leaving behind everything and being totally fine with accepting whatever God gives me—big or small, happy or painful.

Holy Mary: Model of Patience

Murray Bodo, OFM September 12, 2023

“Be it done to me according to your word.” So it was for Mary, so it can be for us who wait in silent prayer seemingly unable to do anything to change our circumstances.

9/11: Looking Back, Moving Forward

Franciscan Media September 11, 2023

Three writers reflect on the anniversary of 9/11.

The Prayer of St. Francis: My God and My All!

Murray Bodo, OFM September 8, 2023

St. Francis used prayer as his compass. His brothers followed his example.

Learning to Live Simply

Sue Erschen September 7, 2023

The first beatitude Jesus declares is, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Woman praying | Photo by Arina Krasnikova: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-person-in-orange-shirt-with-hands-together

Pause and Pray

Christopher Heffron September 6, 2023

Family, career ambition, the search for joy or wellness or meaning—all noble pursuits. But unless they are built on a foundation of prayer, how strong is that foundation?