The Vocation That Suits

Melanie Rigney January 10, 2022

Leopold Mandić (1866-1942) wanted to reunite Roman Catholics and Eastern Orthodox Christians, and became a Capuchin friar as a step toward that desire.

Saint Gregory of Nyssa, the brother of Saint Basil and the son of Saints Basil and Emmilia, was a married man when he began studying for the priesthood. He became Bishop of Nyssa and fought Arianism and was a prominent figure at the Council of Constantinople.

Sharing the Word for January 10, 2022 – First Week in Ordinary Time – Year 2

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk January 10, 2022

Jesus begins his ministry by calling others to come with him and help him proclaim his message of the kingdom. It’s important to note that Jesus doesn’t work alone.

Saint Adrian of Canterbury

Franciscan Media January 9

An African by birth, Saint Adrian of Canterbury was assigned by the pope as Archbishop of Canterbury. Feeling unworthy, he declined the position, but the pope sent him to Canterbury anyway where he became an abbot and teacher.

Held in Our Brokenness

Maureen O'Brien January 8, 2022

There is a phenomenon—if there’s a scientific name, I don’t know of it—where the trees break and fall into one another’s arms. I’ve come to call these tree pietas.

Daybreak Devotion

Maureen O'Brien January 8, 2022

Today, think of how the light returning in your life each day is a miracle to behold. See how you can bring more joy early in your day—why wait?

Saint Angela of Foligno

Franciscan Media January 8

Saint Angela of Foligno was a wife and mother who had little interest in the spiritual life until about age 40. After her husband and children died, Angela entered the Secular Franciscans, spending the rest of her life in prayer and service.

Sharing the Word for January 8, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk January 8, 2022

We have heard about the preparations that God made for the birth of Jesus and John. We have been given some initial idea of their missions and characteristics. And now it is time for them to go their separate ways.

Soul Training with St. Francis

Murray Bodo, OFM January 7, 2022

Faith leads to hope in the goodness of others, which is shown in charity, or love for one another. Faith, hope, and charity are the only way to peace.

The Gift of a Leaf

Colleen Arnold, MD January 7, 2022

Pick up a leaf and examine it closely. Spend a few minutes imagining where it’s been and what gifts it provided. Then think of one simple thing you could do today to help protect the environment.

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