Inspiration

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Franciscan Inspirations: ‘Those Who Once Walked with Us’

What’s in a name? Maybe an opportunity!

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Notes from a Friar: God’s Love Is Always

In reviewing my life, I saw that God was with me every step.
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Mychal Judge, OFM: Hero on 9/11

Mychal Judge, OFM: Hero on 9/11

We could all learn from Father Mychal Judge's unconditional and inclusive kind of love—his accepting of others as they are.
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St. Francis Eucharist article

St. Francis and the Eucharist

St. Francis encouraged all of us to see the humble goodness of God in the Eucharist, and to "pour out our hearts" to him in gratitude.
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10 New Ways to Pray

Exploring these alternatives can enrich your faith.
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Notes from a Friar: Life Everlasting

I see heaven as one infinitely loving gathering of God’s people…one that will never end.
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Saint Francis and Prayer

Francis was as much subject to self-doubt as any of us. His motives were purified in prayer; his ego became right-sized there.
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