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A Franciscan Celebration of the Psalms

What makes the Psalms so powerful for us Christians is that they are prayers in God’s own words.

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Tribulation Statements in the Bible

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke have several tribulation statements. So, too, do the Second Letter of Peter and other parts of Scripture. What do skilled exegetes say about these statements?
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The God We Know

How does the Parable of the Talents from Matthew's Gospel relate to our own lives?
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Open the Door

Today’s Gospel reminds us that God’s kingdom looks different from our guest list. All are invited—east and west, north and south. The real question is not who gets in, but whether we’re living as if the door is open to ...
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Reading Scripture

Getting lost in a book, a story, a poem can become a moment of transfiguration for us. How much more so, if the author of that book is God?
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Hearts not Hoards

The Gospel today reminds us of a deeper truth: We are not defined by our possessions, but by the One who possesses us.
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Spend a Moment with the Psalms

Today, find a quiet spot and spend time with the psalms. With a pencil or sticky notes, freely mark words or lines that speak to you.
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