St. Anthony Messenger

Nov. | Dec. 2023

Dear Reader: ‘Tis the Season

Christopher Heffron

I used to mourn the close of a year—until COVID-19. Now I look forward to the passage of time only because, surely, the next year will be better.

Image depicting Saint Francis and the Christ Child.

Greccio and the First Live Nativity: 800 Years of Tradition

Darleen Pryds, PhD

While the tradition of a live Nativity scene dates back to 1223, St. Francis’ approach to the incarnation and the birth of Jesus remains revolutionary and spiritually transformative for today.

Healing with Our Indigenous Brothers and Sisters

Adrienne Castellon EdD

Native American cultures have much to offer the Catholic faith, especially with regard to care for God’s creation. With healing and dialogue, we can take steps to deepen our faith and build up God’s kingdom.

Editorial: Living Big and Taking Compassion a Step Further

Pauline J. Albert, PhD

When was the last time that someone aggravated you? What was your response?

At Home on Earth: A Bittersweet Farewell

Kyle Kramer

Dear Readers: This is a bittersweet column. Ten years ago, I began writing At Home on Earth for St. Anthony Messenger, and, with this issue, it comes to a close.

American Elections: Wicked Game

Guest Blogger

With the 2024 election cycle ramping up, American Elections takes on even more meaning for us as citizens and as people of faith.

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.