Franciscan Spirit

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We Belong to God

Grateful living is a celebration of the universal give-and-take of life, a limitless “yes” to belonging.

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New deacons from the Pontifical North American College are pictured during their ordination in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican Sept. 29, 2022. Twenty-two seminarians from 17 U.S. dioceses and one from the Archdiocese of Sydney were ordained to the transitional diaconate. (CNS photo/Paul Haring)

Understanding the Sacrament of Holy Orders

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

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

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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Franciscan Coat of Arms

The Franciscan Coat of Arms

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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Flowers and herbs

Flavors of the Bible

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

Probably one of the most commonly used words in our Catholic faith is prayer.
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