Seek Perfect Joy

Murray Bodo, OFM February 13, 2025

The spirituality of St. Francis is not so much about the heroic deed as it is about the heroic love with which even the smallest deed is done.

two woman listening to each other during a conversation

Listening as Sacrifice

Herman Sutter February 13, 2025

When someone takes the time to listen to us, to hear our concerns, our stories, our dreams, we feel valued. We feel wanted, that we matter and belong. That feeling is something we all hunger for.

Repair, Rebuild, Renew

Murray Bodo, OFM February 12, 2025

Once Francis knew God’s will, whether from some mystical voice or from listening to the scriptures, he would immediately try to live it out.

Spirituality and Humility

Paul Lipowski February 12, 2025

Embracing spirituality and humility allows us to quiet our minds and hearts, finding solace in the presence of God.

woman showing her face in a broken mirror.

Perfectly Imperfect

Kathy Coffey February 11, 2025

It’s a mistake to put St. Peter on a pedestal when we can learn more from the bumbling oaf he really was. Couldn’t he do better than tell Jesus to get lost? (“Depart from me for I am a sinful man.”)

person asking and receiving forgiveness after hurting another person.

Flawed and Forgiven

Christopher Heffron February 10, 2025

St. John Bosco once said, “Enjoy yourself as much as you like if only you keep from sin.” In this modern age of moral pitfalls, that can be a tall ask! But God loves us in spite of our sins.

This Tabernacle

Maureen O'Brien February 9, 2025

The word tabernacle, a word found in Scripture, isn’t one we use every day. Yet it has beautiful music to it, and a cherished meaning for us as follows of Christ.

Expressions of God’s Creativity

Julia Walsh, FSPA February 8, 2025

From the mystery of black holes to the flight of the intricate bee hummingbird, expressions of God’s creativity are everywhere. Take a creativity break of your own. Is God involved in your creative activity?

Running the Race

Colleen Arnold, MD February 7, 2025

On my walk today, I saw a young woman training for a marathon. Her husband rode his bike beside her, gently encouraging her with his words as they went. He reminded me that Jesus always walks alongside us, encouraging, strengthening, and cheering us on our paths.