Let Nothing Disturb or Distress You

Maureen O'Brien July 2, 2024

Our lives are made so much richer by the saints; they reinforce the beauty of the Gospels.

Glad Tidings

Herman Sutter July 1, 2024

With apparent joy, the prophet Isaiah tells us, “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the one who brings glad tidings…” (cf. 52:7), and we know it is true.

Serving God in Small Ways

Melanie Rigney June 30, 2024

Through the aggravations received from her Carmelite sisters, Thérèse of Lisieux developed what we know as the Little Way, serving God in the small things.

boy playing baseball, holding his mitten

Later this summer we will watch the best athletes in the world compete in the summer Olympics in Paris. And while most of us are not as athletically gifted as those in the games, we still can experience the enjoyment that can be brought by engaging in some type of competition.

A Shared Responsibility

Patricia Breen McNeil June 28, 2024

The shared responsibility of our common home is one that is in dire need of attention.

An Ever-Flowing Fountain of Love

Bruce Epperly June 26, 2024

St. Bonaventure described God as an ever-flowing fountain of love giving life to all things and inspiration to humankind.

I’d Like to Say: The Time to Protect Elections Is Now

Patrick Carolan June 25, 2024

As trust in our election system erodes, so does our sense of unity as American citizens. By looking to the Franciscan tradition and its emphasis on peace-building, we can find ways to heal and strengthen our divided society.