A New Approach to Parish Mergers

Susan Klemond March 25, 2022

Parish restructuring has become a reality for many US dioceses. While initially painful, the process can ultimately lead to healing and renewal.

Wounded Healers

Richard B. Patterson, PhD March 25, 2022

Walking through our own pain, with God’s help, leads us to reach out to others. Enjoy this look at wounded healers.

A Revelation on Creation

Kenneth Davis, OFM Conv March 25, 2022

This friar offers a prayerful meditation on creation.

Gabriel’s Wings

Maureen O'Brien March 25, 2022

In the rush and busyness of our lives, we sometimes forget that our prayers come from a truly holy source, and that we, too, are holy.

Annunciation of the Lord

Franciscan Media March 25

Some people consider the feast of the Annunciation of the Lord—instead of Christmas—since it is today that we celebrate the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity.

My Own Canticle of the Creatures

Susie Forrester March 25, 2022

Pandemic isolation forced this photographer to capture the intricate and beautiful world around her.

Emmet Murphy’s Unexpected Journey to the Border

Stephen Copeland March 25, 2022

The plan was for Emmet Murphy, OFM, to spend a few weeks in Arizona, but then COVID-19 hit. There would be no going back to New Jersey. Border work became his lifestyle, and Arizona became his home.

Book Corner

Franciscan Media March 25, 2022

Looking for a good read this spring? Check out these titles!

New Music in 2022

Daniel Imwalle March 25, 2022

In search of new music? Daniel Imwalle offers these two suggestions.

Sharing the Word for March 25, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk March 25, 2022

Each of us has a role to play in God’s plans. We may not understand exactly what God has in mind for us. But God expects us to respond to his invitation just as Mary did.