Pause+Pray

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?

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 ...

Let me continue the holy work of your servant, St. Francis, who built bridges, not walls.

Martha’s role of hospitality protects Mary’s opportunity to be still. Serving and being served—balance is where peace is found.

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.

A dark cloud may mean a welcome rain, but it seldom lifts my spirit to say an Alleluia. I want sunshine.