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St. Anthony of Padua statue

The Words of Saint Anthony Live On

June 12, 2017

Near the end of his life, Saint Anthony of Padua composed a collection of sermons or “sermon notes.”

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Stained glass window of St. Rita of Cascia

St. Rita of Cascia, Peacemaker

April 19, 2017
She shows what the Lord accomplishes when he finds humble hearts open to his love.
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communion of saints | people walking on the street | Photo by Timon Studler on Unsplash

Franciscan Inspirations: Communion of Saints

October 27, 2015
A friar writes a love letter to our Communion of Saints.
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Statue of St. Teresa of Avila

Saint Teresa of Avila: Mystic and Multitasker

March 6, 2015
Saint Teresa of Avila, a Doctor of the Church and foundress of the Discalced Carmelites, was a woman of contemplation and action.
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A man sleeps on a sculpture titled "Homeless Jesus" in front of the offices of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington Sept. 16. During his visit to the U.S., Pope Francis will highlight the work of the charities, which help more than 100,000 clients annually with services including food distribution, medical and dental care, and legal assistance. (CNS photo/Jonathan Ernst, Reuters)

Homeless Jesus

December 12, 2014
This sculpture presents Our Lord in the distressing disguise of the poor.
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Saints on a wall

Patron Saints for Modern Challenges

November 1, 2011
Patron Saints can help us navigate these choppy secular waters.
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Veterans talk | Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash

Confession Heals a Vet

August 14, 2009
The Vietnam War broke him. The Sacrament of Reconciliation healed him.
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