Contemplation and the Franciscan Tradition
Sr. Rosemary Stets, OSF
January 5, 2024
Prayer is defined as a lifting of our hearts and minds to God, and contemplation can be considered the highest form of prayer.
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We Are the Magi
Pope Francis
January 5, 2024
The destiny of every person is symbolized in this journey of the Magi of the East.
Receiving in Giving
Maureen O'Brien
January 5, 2024
Being of service is such an essential tenet of our faith, yet sometimes we forget what we receive when we give.
Look Up
Natalie Ryan
January 4, 2024
How many times in Scripture do we hear the words calling us to set our gaze upon him? Look up! Don’t look down at the self and where your feet take you.
God in All Times and Places
Diane M. Houdek
January 4, 2024
As the Christmas season draws to a close, we reflect on the impact the birth of Jesus has had.
Keeping Christmas
Diane M. Houdek
January 3, 2024
Jesus calls us to treat others as we would do if we were serving him.
Paying Attention to Our Dreams
Bruce Epperly
January 3, 2024
Dreams can contain messages from God or your deepest self, alerting you to areas in which you need to grow or decisions you may need to make.
Carry the Peace
Patricia Breen McNeil
January 2, 2024
Peace does not mean everything is perfect or feels good all the time. Rather, peace is the living presence of God at all times, in all situations.
God Has Been So Good to Us
Diane M. Houdek
January 2, 2024
Often at the margins we’ll be surprised by a glimpse of God.
A New Year’s Blessing
Bruce Epperly
January 1, 2024
On this New Year’s Day, for what are you thankful in the past year? What are your dreams—your “yes”—for the year to come?