Novena to Saint Clare | Day Nine: Ripples of Faith
Susan Hines-Brigger
August 10, 2022
Much like a stone thrown into water extends ripples far and wide, Clare’s holiness helped spread the vision of Saint Francis.
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Saint Lawrence
Franciscan Media
August 10
Devotion to Saint Lawrence dates back to the earliest days of the Church. While we do not know many facts about him, his courageous witness to the faith is well known, as well as some interesting legends which may or may not be true. They show a fascination with Saint Lawrence and his testimony to the faith.
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Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
August 10, 2022
Most of us are not called to give up our lives for our faith. Martyrdom is not for everybody. Yet all of us are called to struggle as part of our life of faith.
Novena to Saint Clare | Day Eight: Honoring Our Talents
Susan Hines-Brigger
August 9, 2022
Whenever Francis struggled with the direction of his mission and vocation, Clare provided him with insight and encouragement.
It Takes Courage
Theresa Doyle-Nelson
August 9, 2022
“Joseph of Arimathea, secretly a disciple of Jesus for fear of the Jews, asked Pilate if he could remove the body of Jesus”—John 19:38a. The horror of the crucifixion was overwhelming. Joseph’s desire to properly bury Jesus overcame his desire for covertness.
Sister Marie Lucey, OSF
Patrick Carolan
August 9, 2022
After 60 years, Sister Marie is still working hard for justice and peace.
Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross
Franciscan Media
August 9
The story of Teresa Benedicta of the Cross begins with her life as Edith Stein, a noted philosopher raised in the Jewish faith. Her studies led Edith to the Catholic Church and to becoming a Carmelite nun. She died in the gas chambers of Auschwitz in 1942.
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Jim Van Vurst, OFM
August 9, 2022
Jesus is the Father’s perfect image of a shepherd who actually laid down his life for his sheep. A person’s true value rests not on any external thing, but on his or her realizing that God made us all in his image and likeness.
Novena to Saint Clare | Day Seven: Embrace the Quiet
Susan Hines-Brigger
August 8, 2022
In her way, Saint Clare reminds us that we should all step away from the hustle and bustle of our lives once in a while.
God Cares About Our Physical Health
Bond Strong
August 8, 2022
“Jesus has the power not only to heal, but to forgive sins; he has come to heal the whole man, soul and body; he is the physician the sick have need of.”