The Rich Man and His Harvest: A Gospel Parable

Jim Van Vurst, OFM January 12, 2023

There are 18 parables in the Gospel of Luke. One of the shortest ones contains one of the most powerful messages.

The Genius of the Twelve Steps

Richard Rohr, OFM January 12, 2023

The absolute genius of the Twelve Steps is that it refuses to bless and reward what looks like any moral worthiness game or mere heroic willpower.

Physical Beings

Carol Ann Morrow January 12, 2023

Reflect When St. Francis was dying he apologized to Brother Body for the harsh treatment he so often issued. I often feel critical of my

Sharing the Word for January 12, 2023

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk January 12, 2023

Thursday of the First Week in Ordinary Time January 12, 2023Daily Reading from the USCCB: Hebrews 3:7-14 Recalling the experience of the Israelites during the

Relief on stone of a dove with a twig, the Christian symbol of the Holy Spirit, as well as symbolic rebirth and traditional secular symbol for peace.

The Peaceful Spirit of St. Francis

Murray Bodo, OFM January 11, 2023

In his writings and in the early biographies of St. Francis, he emerges as a person formed and informed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Reconnecting Head, Heart, and Body

Richard Rohr, OFM January 11, 2023

Those who can be present with head, heart, and body at the same time will always encounter the Presence, whether they call it God or not.

Repairing Family Relationships

Shannon K. Evans January 11, 2023

Reflect Family relationships can be the most joyful ones we have—but they can also be the most strained. May this prayer aid you as you

Sharing the Word for January 11, 2023

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk January 11, 2023

Wednesday of the First Week in Ordinary Time January 11, 2023Daily Reading from the USCCB: Hebrews 2:14-18 In this passage the author of Hebrews continues