Minute Meditations

God Awaits

Kristina Santos July 29, 2025

Our need to be both receivers and givers of mercy is the purpose of Christ’s presence among us.

hands holding cut out paper letters spelling the word love.

Live in Love

Richard Rohr, OFM September 10, 2024

If you are already at home in love, you will easily and quickly go to the home of love which is surely what we mean by heaven.

woman joyfully looking into sky while standing in a sunflower field.

Shout Out Gratitude and Praise

Richard Rohr, OFM September 9, 2024

If I would be honest, our Trinitarian mystics sometimes make me wonder if I am in on the full Mystery myself yet.

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.

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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.

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