Riverbank of Love

Maureen O'Brien January 21, 2022

Sleep is restorative when we get enough of it. But unfortunately, so often we don’t get the nightly rest we need.

Praying Quickly or Slowly?

Pat McCloskey, OFM January 21, 2022

Does the speed of praying make a difference?

Giving a Saint’s Name at Baptism

Pat McCloskey, OFM January 21, 2022

Is this required? Some Christians have first names that are not those of a saint or a variant on a saint’s name.

Pope Francis gives a talk at the Vatican

Preparing for the 2023 World Synod of Bishops

Pat McCloskey, OFM January 21, 2022

Can you recommend a book describing what Vatican II was all about? Something in plain English without interpretation by the author?

Saint Agnes

Franciscan Media January 21

Like other young martyrs, the death of Saint Agnes reminds us that length of years is not a requirement for a holy life. Little is known about Saint Agnes other than that she was a martyr.

Sharing the Word for January 21, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk January 21, 2022

The apostles were called to become close to Jesus so as to be able to present him accurately to others. In today’s Church, bishops are seen as successors of the apostles.

One way the Franciscan tradition should shape or influence our lives is to remind us that our relationship with God is no different than other relationships. It takes communication, time, effort, attention, and love.

Sunshine in Your Soul

Natalie Ryan January 20, 2022

Driving on a foggy day in the valley can lead to low visibility. The normal route becomes blurred causing me to feel a little lost and panicked, so I slow down.

Saint Sebastian

Franciscan Media January 20

In art, Saint Sebastian is often depicted as standing near or strapped to a pole riddled with arrows. Indeed, he was executed by archers, but didn’t actually die. Later he was beaten to death with clubs. Little else is known about this third century martyr.

Sharing the Word for January 20, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk January 20, 2022

Jesus wanted to be sure that those who came to him were seeking him for the right reason. He wanted to be known for what he really was, not for what others wanted him to be.