Franciscan Spirituality
Notes from a Friar: St. Francis’ Prayer before the Crucifix
I have often reflected on this prayer, which—as Franciscan scholars attest—is indeed a prayer composed by St. Francis himself. And each time I pray it, I am more and more convinced that it reveals the authentic heart of St. Francis.
Notes from a Friar: Life Is Like Parachuting
Wise people—and hopefully they are people of faith—understand that human life is made up of situations beyond our control.
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Notes from a Friar: Is it a Sin to Worry?
We should remember to use the experience of worry to trigger a prayer in our hearts. That will turn a negative into a positive.
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St. Clare: Light of Assisi
When St. Clare died, the Church lost a luminary. But her legacy shines brightly to this day.
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Notes from a Friar: A Mother’s Love
If you think about it, one word might summarize how you could describe a mother's love. That word would be “nurturer.”
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Notes from a Friar: Pope John Paul II and Suffering
Throughout the last years of his papacy, Pope John Paul II relied on God to endure his failing health.
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Franciscan Inspirations: Eternal Life
Without the Resurrection, there would be no Christianity. Jesus would be remembered as a wonderful man, even a prophet. But it is the Resurrection that is the ultimate proof that he is the Son of God.
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