person looking into the night sky filled with stars.

Intimacy with God

Murray Bodo, OFM February 12, 2026

There is a mysticism for everyone. The mysticism Francis offers is for all believers, a mysticism that he illustrates through the gestures of his own life.

For Those Who Suffer and No One Notices

Ela Milewska February 12, 2026

Reflect There are people who carry heavy suffering without an audience. Their pain is hidden, unspoken, and easily overlooked. God sees what remains unseen to

Humility Makes Us Gentle

Martin J.P. Gianotti February 11, 2026

Reflect Why is it that a perceived failure makes us short and rude with others? Pray Gracious God, You never leave us without your grace. It is

man in pain holding his shoulder with his hand

Living into Death

Franciscan Media February 10, 2026

I have encountered people who don’t recognize their physical and emotional pain because they’ve never had the opportunity to experience it deeply.

Look to the Light

Susan Hines-Brigger February 10, 2026

Reflect Sometimes, for whatever reason, life can seem pretty dark. It can almost feel as if it is enveloping you. But in those times, we

St. Mary Magdalene: A Woman of Vision

Mark Etling, PhD February 9, 2026

The Gospel of Mary is one of many Scriptures that was not accepted by the Church for inclusion in the New Testament.

When God Tells Us to Begin Again

Ela Milewska February 9, 2026

Reflect Letting go of what is familiar can feel like losing our footing. We remember the old paths because they feel safe and known. But

two women sitting on a hill, having a conversation

The Face of Christ

Natalie Ryan February 8, 2026

Ask someone how they are doing today. Not just a “How are you?” with a “I’m good” response in passing, but genuinely sit down and have a conversation with a friend, family member, or even a coworker.