St. Anthony Messenger

August 2018

Don’t Let Illness Get You Down

Rita E. Piro

Good health is undeniably one of our greatest blessings from God. Be it minor aches and pains, an annoying chronic condition, or a debilitating illness, health issues are welcomed by no one.

I (Still) Have a Dream’: St. Francis of Assisi School

John Feister

During the 50th anniversary of a key year in the civil rights movement, St. Francis School looks to the future in Mississippi.

At Home on Earth

Kyle Kramer

A Zen Buddhist teacher I know recently shared with me a famous saying from his tradition: "Before enlightenment, chop wood and carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood and carry water. "

Radical Saint, Radical Faith: Clare of Assisi

Ilia Delio, OSF

In every age, a saint is born. Not that someone is born a saint, but there is something about him or her—a characteristic or trait that distinguishes a person. Clare of Assisi is one such person.

Jesus, the Prophet

Father Roger Karban

If we look at Jesus as human, as his earliest disciples did, it may change the way we follow his teachings.

Film Reviews with Sister Rose

Rose Pacatte, FSP

Sister Rose Pacatte, FSP, reviews Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Eating Animals, and Hearts Beat Loud.

Mission

We are Franciscan Media, a sponsored ministry of the Franciscan Friars of Our Lady of Guadalupe Province. We strive to inspire a loving world that embraces the Franciscan spirit of harmony, joy, and simplicity. May our resources renew your spirit as we share God’s love in the spirit of St. Francis.