Franciscan Spirit
We Belong to God
Brother David Steindl-Rast
May 11, 2020
Grateful living is a celebration of the universal give-and-take of life, a limitless “yes” to belonging.
Understanding the Sacrament of Holy Orders
Fr. Don Miller, OFM
May 11, 2020
If the Lord is truly calling a man or a woman to religious life or priesthood, he or she needs to listen and respond not only for the sake of the Church, but also for his or her own happiness and ...
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Understanding the Sacrament of Baptism
Fr. Don Miller, OFM
May 11, 2020
Having a baby baptized is both an act of faith and a cultural affair. It is both a statement of trust in the goodness of God as well as a family event that can be faith-filled.
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Understanding the Sacrament of Confirmation
Fr. Don Miller, OFM
May 11, 2020
The Sacrament of Confirmation is not a rite of passage, nor a graduation from religion class, nor a ratification of a personal faith choice. Rather, it’s all about what God is doing for his beloved daughters and sons.
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The Franciscan Coat of Arms
Jack Wintz, OFM
May 11, 2020
If you go to any of our Franciscan friaries, churches, or convents, you will almost always find the Franciscan Coat of Arms hanging on a wall or visible over a doorway. This holds true around the world as well as ...
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Flavors of the Bible
Rita Nader Heikenfeld
May 11, 2020
Many of the herbs and spices we use in our traditional Thanksgiving dinner have their roots in biblical days. It’s fun to tell the story of their origin, and it makes for an impromptu Bible lesson. Here are some of ...
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Thoughts on Praying Simply
Jim Van Vurst, OFM
May 11, 2020
Probably one of the most commonly used words in our Catholic faith is prayer.
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