Franciscan Spirituality

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The Power of Evangelical Joy

Evangelical joyfulness is simply another way to call the experience of living with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, forgiveness, love, and thanksgiving.

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Humanizing God

We understand how our own hands are so important in expressing our love and care for one another—a touch, a protective hold. That image also tells us about God.
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Love, Poverty, and Perfect Joy

When we learn to love something, we grow into our Godlikeness. ​​​​​​​We live fully, richly, joyfully.
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Saint Francis Meets the Leper

In embracing the leper, St. Francis experienced a singular moment of grace.
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A Revelation on Creation

The loss of a live oak leads to a new conception of the seven lively virtues.
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Will I See My Pet in Heaven?

The creation story of Genesis suggests that God’s care and love extend to all creatures.
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Saint Francis and Pope Francis: Men of peace

Pope Francis & Saint Francis: Models of Peace

The faith life of Saint Francis was never still. Though he was comfortable with solitude and prayer, he was a doer.
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