Minute Meditations

Young person with regrets holding his hands over his head

The Weight of Our Sins

Christopher Heffron July 9, 2025

God knows our flaws and loves us in spite of them. We are not irredeemable.

Cherished and Beloved

Murray Bodo, OFM September 7, 2024

This is the Franciscan challenge in our own time: contemplative seeing, affective response, practical help, and sustained assistance.

Woman sitting by a peaceful lake with the sunlight reflecting.

Serenity of Faith, Tranquility of Soul

Franciscan Media September 6, 2024

Let us pray, let us always pray in the serenity of our faith and with tranquility of soul.

Pray Strongly, Love Boldly

Franciscan Media September 3, 2024

Do not be in doubt about receiving divine assistance, and do not lean on yourself to deal with these multiple afflictions that constantly surround you.

man laying down on road, looking up to the sky.

Lost and Found

Christopher Heffron September 2, 2024

I’ve always loved a good mystery. There’s a sense of adventure in not always knowing what’s in store for me.

hand holding a rosary with Jesus suffering on the cross charm

Love and Suffering

Franciscan Media September 1, 2024

Let your whole life be spent in self-surrender, in prayer, in work, in humility, in giving thanks to our good God.

Breathe Out Peace

Ronald Rolheiser, OMI August 31, 2024

God can come through our locked doors, stand inside our fear and paralysis, and breathe out peace.

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