Pause+Pray
The Great Outdoors
There is a part of God’s Self that can only be communicated to us through nature. Whether we are taking a hike or merely walking down a sidewalk, may we accept the invitation to experience our Creator in the great outdoors.
Moments of Grief
Sometimes we think of grief as something we experience and then move on. The truth is, though, there is no timeline for grief.
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Leading with Humility
The values of humility, compassion, and service have guided Franciscan spirituality for centuries.
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Let Nothing Disturb or Distress You
Our lives are made so much richer by the saints; they reinforce the beauty of the Gospels.
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Glad Tidings
With apparent joy, the prophet Isaiah tells us, “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the one who brings glad tidings...” (cf. 52:7), and we know it is true.
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Serving God in Small Ways
Through the aggravations received from her Carmelite sisters, Thérèse of Lisieux developed what we know as the Little Way, serving God in the small things.
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Let’s Play
Later this summer we will watch the best athletes in the world compete in the summer Olympics in Paris. And while most of us are not as athletically gifted as those in the games, we still can experience the enjoyment ...
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