Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos

Franciscan Media October 12

Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos was born in Bavaria. He studied in Munich before coming to the United States to serve the German-speaking immigrants.

Sharing the Word for October 12, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk October 12, 2022

We have to perform religious practices with attention of the heart. Otherwise these actions are mere formalities that can lead us to believe we are being religious.

The Audacity of the Saints

St. Therese of Lisieux October 11, 2022

You love St. Augustine, St. Magdalene, these souls to whom “many sins were forgiven because they loved much.” I love them too, I love their repentance, and especially…their loving audacity!

If I Truly Believe

Colleen Arnold, MD October 11, 2022

If I truly believe in the good news of the gospel, why am I not bursting to tell the world about it? Why am I not overflowing with joy that explodes into my daily life?

Sharing the Word for October 11, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk October 11, 2022

Jesus says that our religious practices must come from the heart. He calls for both good intentions and good works because he is Lord of both heart and action.

Though I might think myself far from gluttony’s traditional bountiful banquet, it’s squeezing me tightly whenever I have a driven need or insatiable appetite for any activity—be it feast, famine, exercise, or dressing up.

Saint Francis Borgia

Franciscan Media October 10

Saint Francis Borgia had it made according to every social standard. He had name, position, power, etc. But after a series of events, including the death of his wife, he joined the Jesuits, where he used his professional talents and abilities in the service of his Order and the Church.