Dear Reader: Thank You, Maureen

Christopher Heffron April 9, 2021

Three years ago, Franciscan Media offered a seven-day blog and video series on the Virgin Mary.

A Renaissance Friar

Ann M. Augherton April 9, 2021

He’s built skyscrapers, fought fires, and led the nation’s largest Franciscan province. But what Father John O’Connor most treasures is his ministry as a parish priest.

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Desiring Peace? Work for Justice

Patricia Breen McNeil April 8, 2021

Peace in the world comes about when we seek and work for the justice of our neighbor and the world. The two go hand in hand.

Sharing the Word for April 8, 2021

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk April 8, 2021

After God has validated Jesus’ ministry by raising him from the dead, ignorance is no excuse. God expects us to respond to the resurrection.

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The Importance of Laughter

Mary Jo Dangel April 7, 2021

Given the year we’ve had, finding reasons to be joyful is a challenge. But the Bible reminds us that laughter is good for our bodies and our souls.

Faith and Family for April 11: Second Sunday of Easter

Susan Hines-Brigger April 7, 2021

In this week’s Gospel, Christ appears to the disciples in the upper room and brings the Holy Spirit to them.

Sunday Soundbite for April 11, 2021

Greg Friedman, OFM April 7, 2021

It’s natural for Thomas to want concrete evidence of the Resurrection. When our individual faith wavers, we can gain strength from the Holy Spirit at work in the midst of a community of faith.

Sharing the Word for April 7, 2021

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk April 7, 2021

Through the instrumentality of the sacraments of his Church Jesus strengthens the sick and forgives the sinner. He is as alive today as he was during his earthly life.