two hands are forming a heart in front of the person's chest.

Love Yourself

Colleen Arnold, MD December 7, 2024

Television commercials and social media ads bombard us with ideas that make us feel inferior and ugly. But we are not ugly

woman sitting on a couch reading a book in a minimalist room.

The Joy of Minimalism

Paul Lipowski December 6, 2024

Simplicity brings clarity and joy, freeing us from the burdens of excess.

Reading the Words on the Signs

Daniel Imwalle December 5, 2024

There are so many ways to help and give back, it’s almost impossible to not find something that works for you.

woman in a pasture of gratitude, eyes closed and hands folded.

Grateful Hearts

Shannon K. Evans December 4, 2024

They say laughter is the best medicine, but we know gratitude is healing too. Propose to keep your eyes open to God’s gifts today, and let gratitude swell your heart.

man being sad, resting his head in his hand, sitting outside

Supporting Mental Health

Susan Hines-Brigger December 3, 2024

For far too long, the topic of mental health has lurked in the background, leaving people to suffer in silence.

The Inbreaking of the Word: Week 1 of Advent

James Sabak, OFM December 2, 2024

Fr. Jim Sabak, OFM, invites us into the hope of the Advent season and helps us to meditate upon and contemplate this past Sunday’s readings

In episode 4 of Franciscan Media’s Off the Page podcast, Sister Ilia Delio, OSF, discusses her book, The Humility of God: A Franciscan Perspective and the practical implications for a theology rooted in God’s humility.

female doctor wearing a red ribbon on her white coat

For Those Suffering from HIV/AIDS, We Pray

Patricia Breen McNeil December 1, 2024

Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever created global health day. This is an opportunity to remember the lives lost from the HIV/AIDS crisis and show support for those people who live with HIV today.

man and woman hugging and forgiving each other.

‘Forgive as the Lord Forgave You’

Clifford Hennings, OFM November 30, 2024

Reconciliation is at the heart of our Christian faith. Christ’s self-sacrifice paved the way for our salvation. As believers we must follow in his steps.