What Are We Looking For?
Herman Sutter
September 24, 2025
What is it we are looking for? What kind of reward do we want from this world when we are already being made glorious in the eyes of God?
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Why Was St. Francis So Devoted to Mary?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 24, 2025
I have heard that St. Francis of Assisi was very devoted to Mary, the mother of Jesus. Why? Did Francis write about her?
Embracing New Seasons
Susan Hines-Brigger
September 23, 2025
My favorite time of year has always been autumn. I love watching the colors of the trees erupt into blazing colors of orange, red, and yellow.
Finding True Joy
Margaux Blanchard
September 23, 2025
Many of us feel overwhelmed by work, family responsibilities, finances, and a crammed calendar. A young mom, a retiree, and a religious sister share ways to experience Franciscan joy and simplicity amid the busyness of modern life.
Autumn’s Mini Holy Season
Susan H. Swetnam
September 23, 2025
Consider observing this ancient holy season to renew and enrich your spiritual life this autumn.
Follow Francis, Serve God
Christopher Heffron
September 23, 2025
Perhaps that is the singular lesson Francis left behind: God is within us; therefore, we are not only capable, but called to be holy.
Whispers of Prayer from St. Clare
Maureen O'Brien
September 23, 2025
I’ve always been fascinated by how St. Clare drew so close to God in prayer while living most of her life entirely within the enclosure of San Damiano.
Medicine of Mercy
Susan Hines-Brigger
September 23, 2025
There are a lot of people who could use some “medicine of mercy,” and our faith is calling us to provide it.
Brother Clark Berge, SSF: Running with the Spirit of Francis
Daniel Imwalle
September 23, 2025
Brother Clark Berge, SSF, has become accustomed to a certain amount of running in his life, both figuratively and literally, but there was a time when he would have preferred to stay still, avoid movement and change, and keep from rocking the boat too much.
There Are No Absolutes
Carol Ann Morrow
September 23, 2025
News commentators often respond to questions with “Absolutely,” when the topic is actually riddled with doubts and seems far from certain.
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