Franciscan Spirit

Statue of the Virgin Mary

Mary: Mother of Mystics

Mary’s life, like that of her son, will be a living out of her own canticle.

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Father Casey Cole on Suffering

Who among us doesn't know suffering? We've all experienced these moments of pain, either physical, mental, or spiritual. In this video, Casey Cole, OFM, proposes that certain kinds of suffering can be beneficial and allows for immense growth.
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A Time for Grace

When I first started going on contemplative retreats, I remember how difficult it was to give myself grace in my journey inward.
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St. Clare, COVID-19, and the Communion of Saints

“He died alone!” “We were not with her!” These lamentations are heard daily as people recount the most bitter experience of losing a loved one to COVID-19.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus Prayers: A Collection of Devotions

O most holy Heart of Jesus, fountain of every blessing, I adore you, I love you and will a lively sorrow for my sins. I offer you this poor heart of mine. Make me humble, patient, pure, and wholly obedient ...
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sunrise over Assisi

A Message of Hope from the Mayor of Assisi

Stefania Proietti is the mayor of Assisi, Italy. The following Easter letter is to the residents of Assisi, and she wanted to share it with us. In turn, we wanted to share her beautiful message of hope with you.
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‘Who are you, my God, and who am I?’

One of the stories about Francis of Assisi relates how a brother watched the saint in prayer, and heard him pray the words, “Who are you, Lord my God, and who am I?”
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