Sisters and Brothers in the Spirit

Brother David Steindl-Rast October 25, 2024

Since we are truly one in heart, we should find a common expression of the Spirit who moves us.

Carlo Acutis: Miracles, Holy Bread, and a Teen Saint in the Making

Maureen O'Brien October 25, 2024

“Not me, but God,” Blessed Carlo Acutis is quoted as saying. When this author visited Assisi, she discovered the growing excitement surrounding the millennial teenager’s life, legacy, and sainthood cause.

Streaming: Thanksgiving Films

Christopher Heffron October 25, 2024

Enjoy this lineup of funny, impactful Thanksgiving films!

I’d Like to Say: It’s Time to Act Like St. Francis

Gregory Cellini, OSF October 25, 2024

In our world of differing political opinions, this Franciscan brother asks you to consider what St. Francis would do to cultivate respect and understanding.

Far More Than What St. Francis Expected

Pat McCloskey, OFM October 25, 2024

The crèche may be the most popular Christian devotional practice and example of inculturation (situating Jesus in every culture).

Faith and Family: The Many Faces of Pilgrimage

Susan Hines-Brigger October 25, 2024

Sometimes, we have to travel to places on our own. Those can be real-life destinations or they can be journeys inward.

Embracing Our Differences

Susan Hines-Brigger October 25, 2024

We are all unique in so many different ways—our looks, nationalities, religions, and so much more. It is only when we come together that we create a beautiful image of Christ’s love.

Gaze, Consider, Contemplate, Imitate

Sr. Rosemary Stets, OSF October 25, 2024

An adaptation of Clare’s words, Gaze upon Christ, Consider Christ, Contemplate Christ, can be a Franciscan mantra for those wishing to draw closer to God in contemplative prayer.

Study & Theology: A Conversation with Garrett Galvin

Franciscan Media October 25, 2024

The following is an excerpt from Franciscan Media’s interview with Garrett Galvin, OFM, the president of the Franciscan School of Theology, for Ep. 7 of our Off the Page Podcast.