
The Holy Humility of St. Francis
Humility is the guardian and the ornament of all virtues. This virtue filled St. Francis in a more copious abundance, so that nothing should be wanting to a man adorned with so many gifts.
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Humility is the guardian and the ornament of all virtues. This virtue filled St. Francis in a more copious abundance, so that nothing should be wanting to a man adorned with so many gifts.

Christ remains our high priest. He has forgiven our sins and offers us eternal life. Like the early Christians, we are called to maintain contact with Jesus.

February is Black History Month in the United States. As such, it’s a great time to recognize the contributions of Black Americans in the Catholic Church.

When we go to confession, we feel a bit ashamed.

This week’s Gospel recalls Jesus’ encounter with an unclean spirit in Capernaum.

To bear fruit, we must be like softened ground–open and receptive. Let us be like that good ground and bear fruit a hundredfold.

Not long ago, I fell in a state park while hiking with friends.

Today’s feast offers an opportunity to renew our awareness of our friends in the Lord. The encouragement and support we receive from them are an important element in our service of the Lord.

What we bring to the pursuit of the God of life is what we will get out of it.

We have been called by Jesus to be messengers of the salvation that he brings. It is a call we dare not neglect.