Minute Meditations

An old ladder reaching into the night starry sky.

Creation Is a Ladder to God

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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Out of Silence Comes Life

We must become the word of love spoken by God in our hearts. We must become the Good News made flesh for our world.
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Reliance on God

Even if you just want to be left alone, have a conversation—real-time or virtual—with a family member or friend. Let him or her help.
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A Return to the Ordinary

Whether we’re traveling or at home, the one thing we know is that God is with us.
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Mary, Mother of God

With Mary, the God-Child learned to listen to the yearnings, the troubles, the joys and the hopes of the people of the promise.
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As the Year Draws to a Close

As another year draws to an end, let us pause before the manger and express our gratitude to God for all the signs of his generosity
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Embrace the Darkness

Should we turn our headlights off, linger long enough in unknowing, and let our eyes adjust to the dimness, we might discover that most especially in dark times we are not alone.
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