Forgiveness 101
Patricia Breen McNeil
February 12, 2023
Reflect Forgiveness is one of the most foundational teachings of Christian theology. However, it is one of the most difficult to live out and practice
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Places for Prayer
Theresa Doyle-Nelson
February 10, 2023
Reflect St. Francis often felt compelled to pull away from the busyness of the world, to find a place and time of quiet and prayerful
Pro-lifers, Catholics react to Biden’s State of the Union address
OSV News
February 9, 2023
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — In reiterating his call to codify Roe v. Wade Feb. 7, President Joe Biden drew criticism from Catholic and other pro-life
Jesus’ Brief Ministry
Jim Van Vurst, OFM
February 3, 2023
Jesus’ life can be divided into two parts. What is surprising is that, while he is the Son of God who came to redeem the world, he spent 90 percent of his life in the remote town of Nazareth.
Making God Too Small
Jeremy Harrington, OFM
January 30, 2023
At the start of any year, I am usually focused on St. Francis of Assisi and his wonderful appreciation of God and the natural world.
Notes from a Friar: Loving the ‘Least of Us’
Mark Soehner, OFM
January 25, 2023
Moving is disorienting, no matter how often a person has done it.
Dear Reader: Ashes to Ashes
Christopher Heffron
January 24, 2023
Lent is a season of solemn travel—toward God and with God. We at Franciscan Media are with you on the journey.
Hidden Treasures: An Ash Wednesday Journey
Maureen O'Brien
January 24, 2023
Ash Wednesday reminds this author of the impermanence of our lives and the treasure that awaits us.
A Lector’s Challenge
Pat McCloskey, OFM
January 23, 2023
I have been a lector for many years. Although I had some training as an actor, I have tried not to be too emotive when I proclaim the readings. Until recently, pastors and people in the parish have given very positive feedback.
Sunday Soundbite for January 15, 2023
Greg Friedman, OFM
January 15, 2023
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle AJanuary 15, 2023 “Ordinary Time” is simply the “in-between” season–the weeks outside of the big seasons of Christmas and
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