St. Kateri Tekakwitha: Princess of the Eucharist
James Breig
July 14, 2018
For many years, American Catholics who wanted to follow in the footsteps of a saint had to travel to Europe. In Assisi, they could step where St. Francis did. In Ireland, they might walk the byways of St. Patrick.
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How Saint Anthony Found Me
Fr. Don Miller, OFM
June 13, 2018
Saint Anthony of Padua is a name that conjures up many ideas and images: some factual, some the stuff of legends, some just plain silly.
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Jesus and the Women of the Gospels
Jim Van Vurst, OFM
February 6, 2018
One of the most striking aspects of the gospel accounts is the role of Jesus’ life and his ministry. Of course, we are aware of the unique role of Mary, Jesus’ mother, in giving birth to the savior of the ...
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St. Josephine Bakhita—A Model of Faith
Christopher Heffron
January 22, 2018
Her kidnappers gave her the name Bakhita, meaning "fortunate. " Her life in captivity wasn't quite so. Born in Darfur in 1869, Josephine Bakhita was taken by Arab slave traders when she was 9.
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Santa Claus: A Figure of Generosity
Diane M. Houdek
December 19, 2017
Pope Francis reminds us that God’s attitude toward us is far more one of mercy than of judgment.
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Fiery Seraph Wings: A Meditation on St. Francis
Jack Wintz, OFM
October 30, 2017
La Verna is the holy mountain of the Franciscan tradition. This wild and secluded height was given to Francis and his companions as a place for solitary prayer by a certain Count Orlando who had been inspired by Francis’ preaching ...
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