
Creation Is a Ladder to God
Ilia Delio, OSF
July 6, 2025
Penance, poverty, humility and compassion were the values that forged Francis into a “cosmic brother,” one who was related to all creatures and to the elements of creation.
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Trusting God's Justice
Diane M. Houdek
March 22, 2021
We want a super hero. But the Gospel reminds us that what we have is in fact a savior, an advocate. But sometimes we have to wait for the plan to unfold fully.
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God Loves Even Those Not Like Us
Diane M. Houdek
March 20, 2021
Persecution happens because of misguided power, anger at perceived injustice, fear of those who are not like us, who don’t share our beliefs and sometimes even our opinions. What begins as a disagreement over ideas can be magnified and escalated ...
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Prayer Changes Our Hearts
Diane M. Houdek
March 18, 2021
Pope Francis reminds us that prayer is not about us and the things we do, it’s about our relationship with God.
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The Work that Is Ours to Do
Diane M. Houdek
March 17, 2021
We know that in our own lives—at home, at work, in school, in various organizations—that the less admirable behaviors can distract from the work at hand.
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God Shines Most Brightly in Everyday Life
Diane M. Houdek
March 15, 2021
The virtue of humility reminds us that the ordinary and the everyday is often where God’s gifts shine most brightly.
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The Illusion of ‘Sacrifice’
Richard Rohr, OFM
March 13, 2021
Jesus is never upset at sinners! He is only upset with people who do not think they are sinners.
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