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Grace in Times of Trouble
Theresa Doyle-Nelson
November 12, 2026
Blessed Onesimus was a runaway slave in the New Testament. Despite this distressing situation, he ultimately became known as a holy one in the early Church. It was St. Paul who gave Onesimus guidance and encouragement.
A Prayer for Those I Do Not Know
Christopher Heffron
November 11, 2026
At a restaurant recently, I looked around at all the people seated nearby. And though I will never know them—or even see them again—I thought about how we are sharing a sacred moment.
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I Love Myself
Susan Hines-Brigger
November 10, 2026
hen we think of love, often the focus is on the love that is projected outward--to a partner, a child, a friend. But when do we stop and focus on ourselves?
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We Are Not Alone
Stephen Copeland
November 9, 2026
Core to the Christian Gospel for Franciscans is the realization that the God of the universe decided to enter into our world, first through creation itself (Gn 1), then through the Incarnation (Jn 1), not because of sin or the ...
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Be a Bridge-Builder
Christopher Heffron
November 6, 2026
Let me continue the holy work of your servant, St. Francis, who built bridges, not walls.
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Finding Balance
Natalie Ryan
November 5, 2026
Martha’s role of hospitality protects Mary’s opportunity to be still. Serving and being served—balance is where peace is found.
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On Hold
Daniel Imwalle
November 4, 2026
Have you ever made a call to a business or a doctor’s office and been placed on a very long hold? I know I have.
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