Franciscan Spirituality

Notes from a Friar: Life Everlasting

Jim Van Vurst, OFM August 18, 2022

I see heaven as one infinitely loving gathering of God’s people…one that will never end.

Saint Francis and Prayer

Pat McCloskey, OFM August 16, 2022

Francis was as much subject to self-doubt as any of us. His motives were purified in prayer; his ego became right-sized there.

father and kids | xPhoto by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash

Franciscan Inspirations: An Important Question for Fathers

Jim Van Vurst, OFM June 19, 2022

I came across a beautiful observation about dads and wanted to share it with you. “The warmest scarf a man can wear is the arm of his little boy or girl around his neck.” It is so true.

A Revelation on Creation

Kenneth Davis, OFM Conv March 25, 2022

The loss of a live oak leads to a new conception of the seven lively virtues.

Faith and Family for March 27: Fourth Sunday in Lent

Faith and Family team March 23, 2022

This week we hear the well-known Gospel story of the Prodigal Son, in which the father embraces his son who has returned, much to the dismay of his other son.

Saint Francis would love to pray before the crucifix

Notes from a Friar: St. Francis’ Prayer before the Crucifix

Roch Niemier, OFM February 24, 2022

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.