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Follow the Sound of the Troubadour
St. Francis was pained and prayerful, but he was also known for his joy. In fact, he was called the Troubadour of the Lord.
Life vs. Death
In our thoughts and actions, we pit life against death when, through the lens of faith, we have an alternative capacity to see beyond this conflict.
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Learning to Let Go
In the spirit of St. Francis, detachment from material possessions and earthly desires is a core principle of Franciscan spirituality.
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Wisdom in Beauty
The Church has left a legacy of beautiful church buildings, literature, music, art, and ideas for all the world to ponder. Just stepping into an ancient cathedral in Europe can lead to conversion.
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A Blueprint for True Happiness
Each one of us is called to discover and do God’s will. We live with open hands knowing that God will provide for our daily needs. We pray to be forgiven to the degree that we forgive.
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Teresa, the Tenacious, Pray for Me!
If I had one word to describe St. Teresa of Avila it would be tenacious.
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Indigenous Peoples, Children of God
It is no accident that Indigenous Peoples’ Day lands on the same date as Columbus Day—October 9.
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