Study & Theology: ‘Where You Lead, I Will Follow’
Rebecca Freeman
October 14, 2024
If I were to leave behind an epitaph, it would most certainly read, “Follow St. Francis!”
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Caring Heals
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 13, 2024
Why not call or write a sick friend or relative? Caring heals.
Overcome by Sleep
Herman Sutter
October 13, 2024
Have you ever found yourself wanting to pray, perhaps even kneeling in a chapel, filled with the best intentions, but suddenly your eyes are closing and your head is drooping—despite your best efforts you simply can’t stay awake.
Teaching and Learning From Each Other
Natalie Ryan
October 10, 2024
“The Teacher is always silent during the test” is a phrase that continues to float around, but still rings
true. Talk with someone about something that you have learned recently.
St. Clare’s Final Blessing
Robert Ellsberg
October 10, 2024
Francis was canonized a mere two years after he died. Clare lived on for another twenty-seven years.
‘I Have Done My Part’
Robert Ellsberg
October 9, 2024
Francis attempted to do no more than to live out the teachings of Christ and the spirit of the Gospel.
Letting Go of Earthly Attachments
Paul Lipowski
October 8, 2024
Detachment from material possessions and earthly desires is a core principle of Franciscan spirituality.
In Praise of First Responders
Clifford Hennings, OFM
October 7, 2024
We often take for granted that someone will be there to help us in our time of need. Only when we need them do we think of them.
God’s Wisdom and Grace
Jovian Weigel, OFM
October 7, 2024
The Spirit of God’s love lives in us. Our lives are holy and secure in Christ.
Assisi Nights
Stephen Copeland
October 6, 2024
I thought my pilgrimage to Assisi would be aimed toward solitude, silence, and stillness. But I was surprised to find that the healing and peace I found came through people and conversations