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Hold Nothing Back

Herman Sutter July 10, 2025

Many of us are nervous when it comes to going to confession. We worry about what to say, and whether we will say or do it right. What if we make a mistake? Forget something? Mess up? Too often we ...

Reading the Words on the Signs

Daniel Imwalle December 5, 2024

There are so many ways to help and give back, it’s almost impossible to not find something that works for you.

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Grateful Hearts

Shannon K. Evans December 4, 2024

They say laughter is the best medicine, but we know gratitude is healing too. Propose to keep your eyes open to God’s gifts today, and let gratitude swell your heart.

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Supporting Mental Health

Susan Hines-Brigger December 3, 2024

For far too long, the topic of mental health has lurked in the background, leaving people to suffer in silence.

In episode 4 of Franciscan Media’s Off the Page podcast, Sister Ilia Delio, OSF, discusses her book, The Humility of God: A Franciscan Perspective and the practical implications for a theology rooted in God’s humility.

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For Those Suffering from HIV/AIDS, We Pray

Patricia Breen December 1, 2024

Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever created global health day. This is an opportunity to remember the lives lost from the HIV/AIDS crisis and show support for those people who live with HIV today.

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‘Forgive as the Lord Forgave You’

Clifford Hennings, OFM November 30, 2024

Reconciliation is at the heart of our Christian faith. Christ’s self-sacrifice paved the way for our salvation. As believers we must follow in his steps.

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