
Francis and Clare: Where the Tradition Begins
The genius of Francis and Clare’s spirituality was their recognition that the Gospels could and should be lived by every person.
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The genius of Francis and Clare’s spirituality was their recognition that the Gospels could and should be lived by every person.

“The Little Drummer Boy,” composed by Katherine Kennicott Davis in 1941, has long been a staple carol during the Christmas season.

God speaks to us in dreams. Listen to your dreams. They may reveal God’s vision for your life.

Happiness and joy. Those are two words that get tossed around quite a bit at this time of year and certainly with good reason. The birth of Christ is definitely something to celebrate.

Mary’s “yes” changed the world. How might we, too, humbly say yes to God, and then cultivate the mystery we have received?

On the first Sunday of Advent, Isaiah speaks of a day in which they will “beat their swords into plowshares” and nations will “learn war no more.” That seems like an impossible dream.

We understand that there are infinite possibilities of how things could go, of what might happen each day.

Reflect The holidays are a time of joy for many. For those who are alone, however, it is simply a season to endure. Don’t take

Have you ever had one of those laughs that brought tears to your eyes, made it hard to breathe, and made your stomach hurt? Is there any better feeling than that?

“Plus Ultra,” the national motto of Spain, challenges the limitations we place on ourselves and God’s presence in our lives. There is more to the use of our gifts.