Franciscan Spirituality
Finding True Joy
Many of us feel overwhelmed by work, family responsibilities, finances, and a crammed calendar. A young mom, a retiree, and a religious sister share ways to experience Franciscan joy and simplicity amid the busyness of modern life.
That All May Be One
Most Catholics recognize those things that unite all Christians rather than the things that divide them.
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On the Road Paved by St. Francis
For some, the idea of not putting roots down and staying in one place may seem daunting—even impossible. But for this author, it’s part and parcel of her Franciscan identity and response to God’s call.
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Midlife and Sister Death
Death is inevitable. But how do we use the years we've been given? That in itself is a way to celebrate life.
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Living ‘The Canticle of the Creatures’
Francis’ experience with loss illustrates a path to deeper relationships, including with God.
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An Armchair Pilgrimage to Assisi
Spending time in Assisi—if only in our minds—can bring us closer to Saints Francis and Clare.
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My Parents, the Secular Franciscans
Here is a story close to my heart about two Secular Franciscans. When I was about 10 years old, my mother and father, devout Catholics who sought a deeper and more intimate spiritual experience than just their parish life, began ...
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