Catholic Saints

Reflecting on Death with Francis of Assisi

Greg Friedman, OFM October 1, 2017

Around the world in October, we Franciscans celebrate the Feast of St. Francis (October 4).

Robert Ellsberg September 25, 2017

The Franciscan tradition is filled with holy men and women, starting, of course, with Francis of Assisi.

María Ruiz Scaperlanda August 24, 2017

Blessed Stanley Rother’s September 23 beatification is a testament to his legacy as peacemaker and martyr.

Greg Heffernan August 4, 2017

John Vianney, a beloved saint, the patron of parish priests and confessors, has a lot to teach believers the world over.

Mark P. Shea July 24, 2017

We are called to serve God and neighbor. Scripture guides us to accomplish both.

Murray Bodo, OFM July 22, 2017

St. Francis found the truth that leads to freedom in the truths of the Gospel, and the freedom he found was the freedom to love.

Jim Van Vurst, OFM July 21, 2017

Thanks to the Gospels, we know who Jesus’ disciples were.