Bearing Others Patiently
Kathy Coffey
October 14, 2025
Francis once told a cardinal, “The Lord has told me that he wanted to make a new fool of me.” How many of us would boast that we’re idiots?
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Embrace the Rhythm of Prayer
Roch Niemier, OFM
October 14, 2025
The practice of solitude uncovers and heightens that uniqueness, and fraternal life deepens in the respect and support the brothers give to each one’s unique aloneness.
Finding God In the Now
Patricia Breen McNeil
October 13, 2025
We follow a God who is God of the present. God is always with us in the present moment–be that moment joyful or painful, hard or easy.
Listen Respectfully, Act Lovingly
Leonard Foley, OFM
October 13, 2025
Christianity is spread by the Holy Spirit. St. Paul said, “My message and my proclamation were not with persuasive (words of) wisdom, but with a demonstration of
Gratitude Heals
Ela Milewska
October 12, 2025
In today’s reading, we hear about how 10 were healed, but only one turned back to say thank you. Gratitude isn’t just politeness—it’s a posture of faith.
Be Not Afraid
Colleen Arnold, MD
October 11, 2025
The world is a scary place–wars, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, fires, crime–and yet how many times does Jesus command, “Do not be afraid.”
The Sacrament of Now
Maureen O'Brien
October 10, 2025
Can we trust that we are always being led? Think of times you have been led to God by inspiring words, passages, or books that have touched you.
Who Is Your Neighbor?
Daniel Imwalle
October 9, 2025
In these times of isolation and overdependence on technology for the purpose of communication, consider turning a stranger into a neighbor.
Alive to the Splendor
Franciscan Media
October 8, 2025
Slipping into non-relational thinking is natural and human, since we live in a busy world.
Letting Go of What You Can’t Control
Christopher Wesley
October 8, 2025
You are not God. That might sound obvious, but it’s also a relief. You’re not responsible for holding the whole world together—just to show up with love and faithfulness in the part you’ve been given.