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man walking over a bridge

Be a Bridge-Builder

As children, we’re told that monsters aren’t real. As we grow in age and wisdom, however, we know that isn’t completely true.
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All Members of the Human Family

It’s sometimes easy to go with the flow in society and simply live life in a way that doesn’t gain any unwanted attention. There’s a temptation toward anonymity that’s actually quite dangerous for us, spiritually.
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Inclusivity and Community

Inclusivity and community thrive in environments where simplicity fosters genuine connections and mutual respect. St. Francis welcomed all into his community, embracing diversity with a humble and open heart.
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A group of friends taking a selfie.

A Longing to Belong

All morality that was ever developed in any tradition in the world can be reduced to the principle of acting as one acts toward those with whom one belongs.
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Prayers for the Unknown

On a road trip recently, our car was one of many on the interstate. Countless people breezed past us on their hurried way, and I realized that, though I will never know them, we are connected.
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A restaurant with a diner neon light at night.

A Prayer for Those I Do Not Know

At a restaurant recently, I looked around at all the people seated nearby. And though I will never know them—or even see them again—I thought about how we are sharing a sacred moment.
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