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Instruments of Peace
How can we build peace in these fractured times?
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St. Francis and the Virgin Mary
What was at the heart of Francis' love for Our Lady? Friar Pat explains...
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5 Ways to Pray with Your Body
Integrating our spiritual and physical selves can lead to a richer prayer experience.
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What Is Lectio Divina?
Learn about this ancient contemplative practice.
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Episode 34

Guesnerth Josue Perea

Lectio Divina: How Sacred Reading Can Transform Our Lives
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Greg Friedman, OFM

A Poet’s Approach to the Canticle of the Creatures
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Eunice Park

A 50-Month Journey into Franciscan Poverty

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Patricia Breen McNeil

Nov/Dec 2025 Issue
What Is Mine to Do? 

Murray Bodo, OFM

Franciscan Spirit
St. Francis of Assisi: Preacher, Poet

Margaret Carney, OSF

Franciscan Spirituality
St. Clare: Light of Assisi
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That All May Be One 

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Painting of Saint Bede the Venerable

Saint Bede the Venerable

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Drink of One Spirit

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Breaking Down Barriers

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Did Jesus Have a Soul?