Francis and Clare
What Is the Secular Franciscan Order?
Even though I have long known that there are Franciscan sisters, brothers, and priests, a friend recently told me about a group that is completely new to me: the Secular Franciscan Order.
Hearts Conformed to Christ
It is true that St. Francis, with his whole heart, wanted to imitate his Lord and Master.
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Be Your Truest Self
The path into this discovery of self is the cross. The cross is a mirror. In seeing myself in that mirror, I see Christ crucified, and in seeing Christ crucified, I see my most authentic self.
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An Armchair Pilgrimage to Assisi
Spending time in Assisi—if only in our minds—can bring us closer to Saints Francis and Clare.
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Be Bold in Your Love for God
How great must have been Saint Francis’ reverence for God’s name and God’s love!
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The Living Presence of Love
Francis’ biographers point out that when people met with him, or heard him preach, it was not simply a question of listening to words of peace and joy.
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St. Clare, the Contemplative
Clare protects and offers us a contemplative spirituality for both women and men.
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