Frailty’s Hidden Blessings

Maureen O'Brien September 13, 2025

Where does frailty show up in your life; what loved ones come to mind? What about your own frailty?

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Build Peace in the Spirit of Francis

Pat McCloskey, OFM September 11, 2025

Peace is a gift from God. Human actions that cooperate with God’s grace activate peace in the world.

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Reclaiming Unity

Susan Hines-Brigger September 11, 2025

There are times in our lives when we are drawn together by tragedy. 9/11 was one of those events. Twenty-four years later, that unity seems to be gone. How do we reclaim it?

couple people with head lights shining into the darkness

It’s a tad ironic how easy it is to be grateful for the positive, joyful moments in life, and yet our faith calls us to be thankful for everything—even the most difficult situations. Yes, even in the death of a loved one, we “celebrate” a funeral Mass.

St. Francis and the Cross

Jovian Weigel, OFM September 10, 2025

Francis always mentioned humility in the same breath with poverty.

What about Limbo?

Pat McCloskey, OFM September 10, 2025

Question about limbo: Are souls in a state of eternal happiness outside heaven or do they go to hell forever? I pray for my granddaughter’s soul.

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Tides of Prayer

Ronald Rolheiser, OMI September 9, 2025

Prayer has a huge ebb and flow. When we try to pray, sometimes we walk on water and sometimes we sink like a stone.

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Be Not Afraid

Colleen Arnold, MD September 9, 2025

In the Old Testament, God told Joshua, “I command you; be strong and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD, your God, is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).