Roots and Wings: The Early Years of Solanus Casey

Leo Wollenweber, OFM Cap June 8, 2022

Blessed Solanus Casey’s early life was one of hard work, struggle, and a deep Catholic faith.

Catholic leaders urge gun control measures on state, federal level

OSV News June 6, 2022

Several U.S. bishops, women’s religious orders and Catholic organizations have called for stricter federal gun control measures, while state Catholic conferences have rallied behind local measures attempting to curb the spate of gun violence.

Artist installs pro-life sculpture of Jesus in the womb in Rome

OSV News May 30, 2022

If “beauty will save the world,” as Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoevsky said, then “perhaps beauty can also save the unborn,” said Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz.

Young Afghan refugee in the united states

Welcoming Afghan Refugees

Patrick Carolan May 25, 2022

Inspired by St. Francis, this author reaches beyond language and cultural differences to connect with Afghan refugees resettling in the United States.

Saint Joseph the Worker

Franciscan Media May 1

Pope Pius XII emphasized both Catholic devotion to Saint Joseph and the dignity of human labor when he created the celebration of Saint Joseph the Worker. Work, as our Church teaches, should always be for the good and benefit of humanity. Saint Joseph is our model and patron in our work endeavors.

Saint Bernadette Soubirous

Franciscan Media April 16

Saint Bernadette Soubirous was a poor, uneducated peasant girl who no one would believe had seen apparitions of the Blessed Mother. But Mary had appeared to her, and Lourdes has become a popular shrine of devotion to Mary, the Immaculate Conception, and of healing.

Dear Reader: God’s Grandeur

Christopher Heffron April 14, 2022

I admire those who see the world differently than I do. It’s a gift that all visual artists have—and it’s something I’ve envied my entire life.

The Two Loves Are Not Separate

Richard Rohr, OFM April 2, 2022

Jesus gives him two commandments yet treats them as one! He connects two disparate passages and makes them one and the same, love of God and love of neighbor

Saint Ludovico of Casoria

Franciscan Media March 29

The first part of Saint Ludovico of Casoria’s life was somewhat “ordinary,” but not the second. Having had what he called a mystical experience, he began establishing institutions for all kinds of people in need. He even founded two religious communities.