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.

We Are All Connected

Bruce Epperly January 20, 2022

We need the Franciscan vision of all creation singing praises to the Creator if we are to flourish in the years and centuries to come.

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.