Facing Life’s Storms

Bruce Epperly October 25, 2025

We are not alone in the storms of life and have been given all the resources needed to experience peace and productivity.

Individual Successors for Apostles?

Pat McCloskey, OFM October 25, 2025

According to Acts 1:26, Matthias was selected to replace Judas, bringing the number of apostles back to 12. I know that the pope, the bishop of Rome, is considered the successor of Peter. Were the other apostles replaced upon their deaths?

two men hugging, encouraging each other.

Sharing Our Faith

Clifford Hennings, OFM October 24, 2025

Reflect As followers of Christ Jesus, we share in his work of salvation. We have “put on Christ,” and proclaim him in both word and

Oak Tree | Photo by Doncoombez on Unsplash

‘Praise and Bless and Thank the Lord’

Kenneth Davis, OFM Conv October 23, 2025

Like Christ, who died upon another tree, our beloved oak tree had to expire in order to inspire.

What Do I Need to Hear?

Susan Hines-Brigger October 23, 2025

We should all stop and listen in terms of both our faith and our everyday lives. There might be something very important that we need to hear.

Family Connections

Daniel Imwalle October 22, 2025

Family might mean different things to different people. You might have a “work family” or a “family of friends.” Take a moment to think of someone from one of these groups and let that person know who she or he is for you. They may be surprised and almost certainly delighted.