A Celebration of Women in Film
Christopher Heffron
February 25, 2024
If Greta Gerwig’s 2023 blockbuster, Barbie, taught us anything, it’s that audiences are eager for stories about female empowerment.
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Undressing of the Heart
Roch Niemier, OFM
February 25, 2024
When Francis stripped himself naked at Santa Maria Maggiore, he was reaching for the heart of God.
Grace in Liminality
Stephen Copeland
February 25, 2024
It seems to me that one of the most difficult things in the spiritual life is opening oneself up to experiencing God’s love, grace, and goodness during the liminal times of our lives—that space of helplessness and unknowing between the crucifixion and Resurrection.
Bet on Yourself
Susan Hines-Brigger
February 24, 2024
My swimming became a thank-you to myself “because I am wonderfully made” (Ps 139:14) and worth this effort.
Cling to God
Theresa Doyle-Nelson
February 24, 2024
“Cling to him, do not leave him.”—Sirach 2:3a This is a short but profound reminder from the Old Testament Book of Sirach.
Sara Marks
Daniel Imwalle
February 23, 2024
Sara’s role as executive director of the Franciscan Federation has her connecting Franciscans and Franciscan organizations of all stripes across the country and beyond.
Two Views on Anger
Albert Haase, OFM
February 23, 2024
Did you know that anger is not always a sin? Think of Jesus overturning the tables of the money changers in the Temple. Righteous anger blazes in the lives of the saints and leads them to boldly stand up and speak out.
Treasures of the Kingdom
Sr. Rosemary Stets, OSF
February 23, 2024
In recognizing his vocation to live the Gospel, Francis knew that he could no longer identify himself with the wealthy and powerful of his day.
Heed the Call
Kathy Coffey
February 22, 2024
Many in the US prefer to pretend that “everything’s fine,” ignoring the world’s ecological crisis.
The Value of Honest Work
Clifford Hennings, OFM
February 21, 2024
We take much for granted, including our work. Caught up in routine we forget to take satisfaction in what we do, while others struggle to find gainful employment. Let us pray to cherish our hard work.