Inspiration

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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Faith and Family for August 7: Faithful Servants

This week's Gospel is about preparedness and having our priorities straight.
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Faith and Family for July 31: Parable of the Rich Fool

This week's Gospel tells the story of the rich man who continues to grown both his harvest and the barns in which he stores it. Jesus reminds him, though, that it could all be lost at any time.
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Words of Wisdom from St. Clare of Assisi

Through her writings, St. Clare of Assisi offers us a guide to a stronger faith life.
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Faith and Family for July 24: The Lord's Prayer

In this week's Gospel, Jesus teaches the disciples how to pray, and provides us with the words for the "Our Father."
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Faith and Family for July 17: Martha and Mary

In this week's Gospel, Jesus encourages the anxious and worried Martha to follow the example of Mary and take the time to just sit and listen. What a good lesson for all of us.
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